Any city the size of Houston offers an endless list of things to see and do during your visit. Space Center Houston is a Smithsonian-affiliated museum that has an extensive collection of more than 400 space-related artifacts. Other museums that are worth checking out around the city include the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the Lone Star Flight Museum, the Holocaust Museum and, if you’re visiting the city with kids, the Children’s Museum of Houston. Notable outdoor attractions to consider include the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center, the Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens and the Water Wall.
If you’re interested trying to combine other professional sports with your Astros experience, the NFL’s Texans play at NRG Stadium, which is eight miles from Minute Maid Park. The MLS’s Houston Dynamo play at BBVA Compass Stadium, which is just a few blocks away from Minute Maid Park.
FAQ
What is there to do around Minute Maid Park?
Thanks to its location in downtown Houston, there are countless attractions just a short distance from Minute Maid Park. Toyota Center and PNC Stadium are just a few blocks away.
When do the gates open at Minute Maid Park?
The gates at Minute Maid Park open two hours before first pitch.
Can you take a tour at Minute Maid Park?
Minute Maid Park runs a variety of different tours on Monday to Saturday, giving fans a chance to visit several areas of the ballpark.
Can you walk to Minute Maid Park?
If you’re staying at a hotel in downtown Houston, Minute Maid Park is an easy walk.