Kid-Approved Houston

1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554 (map)

Popular Galveston attraction offers 3-D Imax screenings and realistic simulations of tropical, oceanic and Martian landscapes.

501 Crawford St, Houston, TX 77002 (map)

Families can save money throughout the season. Promotions include $1 hot dogs and Coca-Cola value nights.

701 Town & Country Ln, Houston, TX 77024 (map)

On Wednesdays, up to two kids per family eat for free with adult meal purchase. Dine-in only. Kids 10 and under.

1835 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77098 (map)

This chocolate-lover's paradise has some of the best ice cream in town; an old-timey candy store is next door.

3801 Farnham St, Houston, TX 77098 (map)

Kid-friendly food like burgers and Frito pie, but it's the soda fountain that brings 'em back for milk shakes and mile-high sundaes.

1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554 (map)

Explore the bat cave in the Rainforest Pyramid or have fun with science in the Discovery Pyramid.

1513 N MacGregor Dr, Houston, TX 77030 (map)

The prairie dog pop-up dome is just one of six fun habitats at the John P. McGovern Children's Zoo.

1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004 (map)

Admission is free for families on Thursdays.

410 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002 (map)

The highlight of this sea-themed complex is the Shark Voyage--a subterranean train ride through shark-infested waters.