Hop on the BART Rapid Rail, Caltrain Commuter Rail or SamTrans Public bus to get to San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

Flight duration from SFO to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is just over three hours. Upon landing at IAH, take the METRO bus into town or, for easy transit in and around Houston, grab a rental car.

Attractions and Tips

Visit the Menil Collection, a diverse collection of art that was once the personal collection of Jean and Dominique de Menil for an art-rich experience.

Explore the past by stopping at Holocaust Museum Houston, an informative museum featuring artifacts from WWII. P

ick up some peanuts and crackerjacks while catching an Astro’s game at Minute Maid Park. For a kid-approved stop, visit the Children’s Museum of Houston, which features exhibits designed for children ages 6 months to 12 years.

Select a hotel in downtown Houston for accommodations that allow you to feel the frenetic energy of this bustling metropolis. For a more eclectic experience, try Montrose, a neighborhood known for its art galleries.

Though it does get chillier in the winter, temperatures in Houston rarely drop below the mid-40s. Expect warm weather, particularly if you travel in the summer.