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Discovery Green — Houston, Texas

Discovery Green in Houston: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Free.

Address1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010
HoursOpen daily (including holidays) 6am-11pm; extended summer hours 6am-12am. Areas may close occasionally for maintenance or private events (discoverygreen.com).
PricesFree
Price notesThe park is free and the vast majority of its 600+ annual events are free; seasonal attractions such as the winter ice rink are separately ticketed (discoverygreen.com).
Age notesNot confirmed as formal age guidance - the park publishes no age bands; its own site describes a playground and the Gateway Fountain (open daily 9am-7pm, weather permitting) used by children (discoverygreen.com).
BookingNo reservations for park entry.
Suggested timeAbout 2.0 hours
ParkingMetered street parking is in effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week; nearby garages listed on discoverygreen.com/directions.
Hours in detailPark open daily (including holidays) 6am-11pm; extended summer hours 6am-12am. Gateway Fountain open daily 9am-7pm, weather permitting. Areas may close occasionally for maintenance or private events.
Tickets & bookingNo reservations for park entry. The park and the vast majority of its 600+ annual events are free; seasonal attractions such as the winter ice rink are separately ticketed.
ParkingMetered street parking is in effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week; nearby garages are listed on the park's directions page (discoverygreen.com/directions).

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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.