Looking for discount tickets to the Houston Museum of Natural Science? You are in the right place!
The Houston Museum of Natural Science is one of the city’s best attractions and most popular museums, offering fun and engaging exhibits for kids and adults alike. Every time you go to the museum there’s something different to see with so many remarkable permanent and limited-time exhibits, including the Planetarium, Butterfly Center, giant screen theatre, dinosaur exhibits, and more.
If you’re planning a visit to the Houston Museum of Natural Science, make sure to read our guide below first before you go. We’ll give you all the details about the museum, tell you the best times to go, and even offer some insider tips on how to save with HMNS coupons and discount tickets.
About the Houston Museum of Natural Science
The Houston Museum of Natural Science was founded all the way back in 1909, and for more than 110 years, the museum has been delivering on its mission to “enhance in individuals the knowledge and delight in natural science and related objects.”
What makes the Houston Museum of Natural Science so great is just how much it offers for all visitors. The acclaimed museum is home to the Burke Baker Planetarium, Cockrell Butterfly Center, Wortham Giant Screen Theatre, and an array of permanent and rotating exhibits that explore everything from space science to gems and menerals to Texas wildlife and so much more.
With such a huge array of exhibits and attractions, you can easily spend a full day or more exploring the museum, and every time you visit, there’s more to see.
Houston Museum of Natural Science Health & Safety Protocols
In response to the pandemic, the Houston Museum of Natural Science has enhanced measures to keep guests safe. Here are some things you need to know:
- Masks are required for all visitors over the age of 10 years old throughout the entire museum
- The museum is open at limited capacity to allow for proper social distancing
- Timed tickets will be used to manage the flow of visitors
- While the box office will remain open, you’re encouraged to order your tickets online in advance
Houston Museum of Natural Science Discount Tickets & Coupons
Houston Museum of Natural Science ticket prices are normally $25 for adults (12 and up), $16 for kids ages 3 to 11, and free for kids 2 and under.
Thankfully, there are many ways you can get Houston Museum of Natural Science discount tickets (with no expiration date for the main halls).
Here are the current Houston Museum of Natural Science coupons and discounts available to Houston On The Cheap readers:
Best Discount Deal: Overall admission – 34% off coupon
Other exhibit specific coupons
- Exhibit Hall Admission — $11.10 (regularly $25)
- Butterfly Habitat & Exhibit Hall — 45% off
- Exhibit Hall & Planetarium Show — 50% off
- Death by Natural Causes — $19 (regularly $30)
Additionally, there are some HMNS discounts available through the museum, including college students with ID can get in for $16, seniors age 62 and over for $16, military with ID for $10, and groups of 10 or more for $10 each.
It’s also worth pointing out that members can get in for free, and if you plan to visit the museum multiple times in a year, membership can be a great option.
Finally, there’s a way you can get Houston Museum of Natural Science tickets! On Thursdays, permanent exhibit admission is free from 2 to 5 pm (or 3 to 6 pm during holiday hours and 6 to 9 pm during the summer). Check out all of the free museum days in Houston for more info.
Please note if you park in the garage, you’ll have to pay a fee as well.
Houston Museum of Natural Science Hours & Location
Houston Museum of Natural Science hours are 9 am to 5 pm 7 days a week during the fall. During winter break, holiday hours usually shift to 9 am to 6 pm on most days.
The museum is located at 5555 Hermann Park Drive in Houston. Parking is available in a connected garage for a fee.
Have any questions about how to get Houston Museum of Natural Science tickets on the cheap? Comment below and we’ll help.
Can we use this same form next month and get the same rates or do we have to purchase now and hang on to the tickets?
It will be available. These tickets are not purchased until you visit the museum — nothing is in advance.
Thanks, Vicki
@HOUcheap
These discounts are great, however with parking being so expensive the membership still makes more sense if you go multiple times. Is that correct? Or do you have any cheap parking ideas for people with small kids?