Houston
Space City
Approx. 10 hours
Flight from LondonAvailable direct
Approx. 12 hours
Flight from ManchesterAvailable indirect
Air/Cruise Ports & Distances
đź“ŤGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
22 miles to downtown - Approx. 35 min drive đź“ŤGalveston Cruise Terminal
50 miles from Houston - Approx. 1 hour drive🔑 Key Selling Points
Space Center Houston
The city’s star attraction, offering behind-the-scenes access to NASA, astronaut encounters, and even the chance to see real spacecraft.
Houston Museum District
A cluster of world-class museums including the Museum of Fine Arts, the Children’s Museum, and the Museum of Natural Science.
Houston Zoo & Hermann Park
A central green space with a top-rated zoo, gardens, and a miniature train — perfect for families.
Buffalo Bayou Park
An urban oasis with trails, skyline views, and evening bat-watching under the Waugh Drive Bridge.
Downtown Dining Scene
From Tex-Mex to BBQ and global cuisine, Houston’s food culture is diverse and celebrated.
🏨 Recommended Hotels
Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Upscale hotel with pool, large fitness centre, and easy access to Galleria shopping.
đź“ŤUptown/Galleria
Central Location, Pool
Le MĂ©ridien Houston Downtown
Stylish boutique hotel with modern rooms, rooftop bar, and walk-to-everything location.
đź“ŤDowntown
Central Location, Rooftop Bar, Boutique
Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District
Eclectic boutique luxury with spa, themed suites, and vibrant style.
đź“ŤMuseum District
Luxury, Spa, Boutique
The Lancaster Hotel
Historic boutique property with elegant rooms and complimentary gourmet breakfast.
đź“ŤDowntown
Central Location, Boutique, Historic