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About Houston Museum Of Natural Science

You've got a guy for securing your HMNS experiences. The Houston Museum Of Natural Science sits in Hermann Park, offering immersive exhibits, a 60' x 80' 4K/3D giant screen in the Wortham Theatre, the Burke Baker Planetarium, and a range of event spaces. Whether you’re visiting for a family day, a special exhibition like Terracotta Warriors, or planning a private event, we’ve got you covered with practical details and insider tips to streamline your planning.

Read on for venue capacity, parking, transit options, and nearby hotels and dining so you can plan your visit with ease.

When you’re ready to book, secure your seats or space with confidence. We’ll guide you to the right dates and configurations for groups of any size—from intimate gatherings to large conferences. And if you’re staying in Houston for the weekend, our recommended hotels and restaurants, including affiliate partners, help you tailor your trip with comfort and convenience near HMNS.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 5555 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030.
  • Venue type: multi‑exhibit science museum with permanent halls, the Burke Baker Planetarium and the Wortham Giant Screen Theatre.
  • Giant Screen Theatre capacity: 400 seats (seated stadium style). The theatre uses a 60' x 80' screen and 4K/3D presentation capabilities.
  • Burke Baker Planetarium capacity: 164 seats (max 185).
  • Event spaces capacities: Grand Entry Hall theatre 300, seated dinner 450, cocktail reception 900; Moran Lecture Hall 220 theatre; Wiess Energy Hall seated dinner 350; Second Floor Mezzanine 300 seated, 600 cocktail.
  • Parking: attached HMNS parking garage with 6'8" height limit; rates: Members $10, Non‑Members $30; pay before exiting.
  • Transit: accessible via METRORail Red Line; Museum District stop is nearby; HMNS provides directions and transit guidance.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District (5701 Main Street) is within walking distance to HMNS.
  • Notable events: Terracotta Warriors exhibition; HMNS hosts private rentals and events for groups from 20 up to about 5,000 guests.