Unforgettable Butterfly Experience: Houston's Tropical Gem
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This ticket provides entry to the Houston Museum of Natural Science permanent exhibits as well as the Cockrell Butterfly Center exhibit. Explore one of the most attended museums in the country at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Visit North America's largest dinosaur hall, see the beauty of the Lester and Sue Smith Gem Vault and many more. The museum is regularly voted one of the top attractions in Houston and this is your chance to find out why. The Cockrell Butterfly Center and Brown Hall of Entomology at the Houston Museum of Natural Science provides entertainment and education for the whole family. Walk through a living 3-floor butterfly habitat, marvel at spectacular live and preserved specimens of some of the world’s largest and weirdest arthropods, and enjoy interactive games and quizzes.
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Jenna_B, 11/16/2025 10:12:09 AM
Didn’t have enough time to get to everything. Mainly, went for the Butterfly sanctuary! Beautiful, peaceful, plants in there are gorgeous! Unique butterflies, birds and a waterfall!
Y7255GQcynthiag, 6/7/2025 12:51:30 PM
There were so many cool things to see. My boyfriend and I had a fantastic time! The butterfly center was my favorite part!
Tony_H, 5/17/2025 12:05:53 PM
I used Viator to purchase tickets for events at the Muesum of Natural Science in downtown Houston. Viator made it easy and extremely convenient to reserve and pickup tickets. We had a great time and it was hassle free and no waiting in long lines.
Christina_S, 3/21/2025 10:18:08 AM
The exhibits here are amazing! Very informational and entertaining for both Adults and Children of all ages. The butterfly exhibit was spectacular!
perrx, 6/24/2024 2:23:46 PM
If you are in need of a peaceful setting where you can see numerous beautiful butterflies in the air and landing everywhere (including you if you are lucky) then be sure to come here. It is a separate and extra charge exhibit at the Museum of Natural Science near the zoo area. Look for Mr. Asaud on the middle level to explain what you are seeing.
nieceykee, 6/13/2024 10:22:02 PM
I love the outdoors and butterflies. This was such a nice tranquil place and I wish we could have just sat there all day. The staff and space were so nice and peaceful.
Laura_K, 2/20/2024 1:14:19 PM
We had a great day visiting the museum! However the butterfly exhibit is closed through March, so we did not get to use that part of what we purchased. The museum gave us vouchers to do it in the future. I had asked if we could just trade the unused butterfly tickets for something else (like planetarium) but the vouchers for future butterfly entry were what was offered. We had a great time regardless, but we likely won't return any time soon just to visit the butterflies as we live about an hour away.
SigridS100, 12/7/2023 9:07:58 AM
Try not to get lost in the expansive exhibits offered. The Butterfly Center is a must. Make sure you slow down while inside. Take a moment to sit. After you've completed your visit, wander across the street to Hermann Park for a stroll.
trumoniqueh, 7/30/2023 10:38:33 AM
Parking $30, and the tickets cheaper at the museum. Had to pay extra to see other parts of the museum; of course the lines are long even with tickets you have to go to the booth.
Maranda_M, 7/18/2023 10:11:45 AM
I’m visiting family in Texas. This was an amazing experience. Daughter had a great time. Had some butterflies land of us.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Your tickets will be held at the box office in exchange for Viator voucher
- Please be aware that this is a live animal exhibit, which can be overwhelming to service animals. If your service animal or the animals inside become agitated through vocalization, urination/excretion, or aggressive behavior, we may ask that your service animal step out of this area of the Museum.
- Strollers are not allowed in the Butterfly Center, but there is stroller parking available nearby.
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• Cashier: Please use redemption codes BFCViator and EXHViator • Your tickets will be held at the theater box office for collection on the day selected • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Children must be accompanied by an adult • Wheelchair accessible Valid from the time you exchange your voucher, for the duration selected.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund