The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Art museum · Museum District ·
Vast museum with global art collections, sculpture gardens, and cafes
Vast museum with global art collections, sculpture gardens, and cafes
"Part of Houston’s cultural lineup and another great place to take grandchildren for a museum visit." - Amanda Ogle Amanda Ogle Amanda Ogle is a writer and editor who specializes in travel, food and drink, sustainability, and general lifestyle topics. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, National Geographic, Condé Nast Traveler, Texas Highways, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"I noted The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston as a major institution that will kick off 2026 with an exhibition of works by Frida Kahlo and artists she inspired, underscoring Houston's capacity to attract major international shows." - Kayla S. Stewart, Matt Ortile
"There’s no real bad time to visit the museum, but if there ever is a best time, it’s when it’s free. Take advantage of Thursdays at MFAH, when admission is always free and the museum is open late until 9 p.m. Wander through its many exhibits, including Yayoi Kusama’s famous light installation, Aftermath of Obliteration of Eternity, and check out the roof and sculpture gardens, which are free to the public. Make this outing complete with a coffee and a snack at the more casual Cafe Leonelli, or head to the on-site restaurant Le Jardinier for a Michelin star-worthy meal. Insider tip: Keep up with the museum’s calendar of events. There’s something for everyone." - Brittany Britto Garley
"Houston's crown jewel is its Museum District, which includes The Museum of Fine Art ..." - Dan Q. Dao
"The Bastion Collection’s MFAH restaurant has added a Barbie pink strawberry gelato to its signature menu at Frohzen, the cafe’s in-house ice-cream shop created by Michelin-starred pastry chef Salvatore Martone. Available all month long, the fruity Barbie Girl gelato is made fresh in-house and can be amped up with hot pink sprinkles as a topping." - Megha McSwain