Unique Urban Outings
Updated: March 12, 2009
Tired of the same old things? Try these alternatives to make your free time and weekends fun and exciting.
On this page:Fun With the Kids, Anytime Outings.
Fun With the Kids
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Moody Gardens
Read Reviews1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554 (map)
Popular Galveston attraction offers a white-sand beach, 3-D Imax screenings and realistic simulations of tropical, oceanic and Martian landscapes.
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Buckhorn Ranch & Lake Inc
Write a review15627 Garrett Rd., Houston, TX 77044 (map)
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T-Shirts Ink and More
Write a review22820 Interstate 45 N. #3A, Spring, TX 77373 (map)
Kids can custom-create their own T-shirts, hats and other items with their pictures or sayings.
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Zuma Fun Ctr
Read Reviews6767 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074 (map)
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Houston Indoor Karting
Read Reviews6111 Skyline Dr, Houston, TX 77057 (map)
Indoor kart racing for kids and adults; race up to 35 mph.
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Candylicious
Read Reviews1837 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77098 (map)
Confectionary charmer offering made-to-order "candy cakes" and a vast array of retro sweets.
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King Biscuit
Read Reviews1606 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77009 (map)
Located in an old service station, this funky Heights bar and grill has great views and great food.
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Marble Slab Creamery
Read Reviews1131 Uptown Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77056 (map)
Make dessert fun by picking your own toppings (fruit, nuts, candies) to go with your ice cream.
Anytime Outings
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Molly's Pub
Read Reviews509 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 (map)
More than a bar, this two-story pub entertains with games, live music and a diverse downtown crowd.
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Venice Salon & Day Spa Jayna
Read Reviews2951 Chimney Rock Road, Houston, TX 77056 (map)
Enjoy VIP treatment and a Jacuzzi built for two at this Memorial-area day spa.
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Murder by Chocolate
Read Reviews512 Seventh St, Kemah, TX 77565 (map)
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Home Plate Bar & Grill
Read Reviews1800 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77003 (map)
Located across the street from Minute Maid Park, this red-brick sports bar can be more fun that being at the game itself.
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Spindletop
Read Reviews1200 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002 (map)
See all of Houston from the rotating restaurant atop the Hyatt Regency hotel.
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Great Caruso Dinner Theater
Read Reviews10001 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77042 (map)
Skip normal restaurants and try this highly entertaining theatrical dining experience.
