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Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Photographer: J. Griffis Smith

Museum Of Fine Arts, Houston

The city's finest collection of art objects, paintings and sculpture is accredited by the American Association of Museums. Among the superb displays is the Finnigan collection of ancient art from Egypt, Greece and Rome. The Straus collection features Renaissance paintings and bronzes. Visitors also will find Native American art of the Southwest; Frederic Remington's robust masterpieces; native arts from Africa, Australia and South Pacific; and a special Junior Gallery with changing exhibits that appeal to youngsters. Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tue.–Wed., 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Thu., 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Fri.–Sat. and 12:15–7 p.m. Sun. Fee. 1001 Bissonnet. www.mfah.org.

The Cullen Sculpture Garden, displaying fine sculpture outdoors, is across from the museum. Open 10 a.m.–10 p.m. 

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Lodging

Whether you like quaint cabins, five-star hotels or even rustic dude-ranch digs, there’s always a place to sleep in style.

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Podcast Walking Tours

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From the diverse beauty that surrounds you to the unique people you meet along the way, everything about Texas beckons you to visit. So think of these as more than videos: they’re an invitation to visit the place we’re proud to call home.

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Attractions

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1001 Bissonnet
Houston, Texas
77705

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Open Tue.–Wed. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Thu. 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun. 12:15–7 p.m.

Featured Attraction

Float down the scenic Guadalupe River on inner tubes with friends and family. Several tube rental outfits available. Contact Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce for listings. Glass and styrofoam are prohibited on the river by law.

City: Canyon Lake Area
Region: Hill Country

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Popular Attractions

With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.

Battle Of Adobe Walls
City: Stinnett
Region: Panhandle Plains

Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes

Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods

Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast

Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains

Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country

Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country

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