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2929 Allen PkwyBuffalo Bayou Park is a 2.3 mile long municipal park located along the banks of the Buffalo Bayou near Downtown Houston, Texas.
With a total area of 160 acres, Buffalo Bayou Park stretches from Shepherd Drive to Sabine Street, between Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive. Opened in 2015, the park features a variety of recreational activities including a skate park, picnic area, children's play area, dog park, cultural events hall, and miles of bike and hiking trails.
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Buffalo Bayou Park
Memorial DriveBuffalo Bayou Park is a 2.3 mile long municipal park located along the banks of the Buffalo Bayou near Downtown Houston, Texas.
With a total area of 160 acres, Buffalo Bayou Park stretches from Shepherd Drive to Sabine Street, between Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive. Opened in 2015, the park features a variety of recreational activities including a skate park, picnic area, children's play area, dog park, cultural events hall, and miles of bike and hiking trails.
Downtown Aquarium
410 Bagby StBustling family museum with a wealth of hands-on activities such as a Bubble Lab & a Tot Spot.
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1500 Binz StBustling family museum with a wealth of hands-on activities such as a Bubble Lab & a Tot Spot.
Founded in 1992 as Friends of Hermann Park, Hermann Park Conservancy is a nonprofit citizens’ organization dedicated to the stewardship and improvement of Hermann Park – today and for generations to come.
Through a public-private partnership with the Houston Parks and Recreation Department, Hermann Park Conservancy raises millions of dollars each year to enhance and maintain the Park. The Conservancy also manages the design of projects, and then shares construction costs with the City of Houston. Thanks to the generous financial support of foundations, corporations, and individuals, the Conservancy has raised more than $122 million for improvement projects in Hermann Park.
The Conservancy also oversees programs focused on visitor services, conservation and stewardship, tree care, and operations and maintenance of the McGovern Centennial Gardens.
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6001 Fannin StFounded in 1992 as Friends of Hermann Park, Hermann Park Conservancy is a nonprofit citizens’ organization dedicated to the stewardship and improvement of Hermann Park – today and for generations to come.
Through a public-private partnership with the Houston Parks and Recreation Department, Hermann Park Conservancy raises millions of dollars each year to enhance and maintain the Park. The Conservancy also manages the design of projects, and then shares construction costs with the City of Houston. Thanks to the generous financial support of foundations, corporations, and individuals, the Conservancy has raised more than $122 million for improvement projects in Hermann Park.
The Conservancy also oversees programs focused on visitor services, conservation and stewardship, tree care, and operations and maintenance of the McGovern Centennial Gardens.
Houston's Japanese Garden is a 5.5-acre Japanese garden in Hermann Park, in the U.S. state of Texas. The garden was designed by Tokyo landscape designer Ken Nakajima and opened in 1992.
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6000 Fannin StHouston's Japanese Garden is a 5.5-acre Japanese garden in Hermann Park, in the U.S. state of Texas. The garden was designed by Tokyo landscape designer Ken Nakajima and opened in 1992.
Discovery Green is an 11.78-acre public urban park in Downtown Houston, Texas, bounded by La Branch Street to the west, McKinney Street to the north, Avenida de las Americas to the east, and Lamar Street to the south
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Discovery Green
1500 McKinney StDiscovery Green is an 11.78-acre public urban park in Downtown Houston, Texas, bounded by La Branch Street to the west, McKinney Street to the north, Avenida de las Americas to the east, and Lamar Street to the south
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, is among the 10 largest art museums in the United States, with an encyclopedic collection of more than 65,000 works of art. The main campus comprises the Audrey Jones Beck Building; the Caroline Wiess Law Building; the Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden; the Glassell School of Art; The Brown Foundation, Inc. Plaza; and the BBVA Compass Roof Garden. The MFAH has two cafés, a repertory cinema, two libraries, and two nearby house museums for decorative arts: Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, and Rienzi.
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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building
1001 Bissonnet StThe Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, is among the 10 largest art museums in the United States, with an encyclopedic collection of more than 65,000 works of art. The main campus comprises the Audrey Jones Beck Building; the Caroline Wiess Law Building; the Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden; the Glassell School of Art; The Brown Foundation, Inc. Plaza; and the BBVA Compass Roof Garden. The MFAH has two cafés, a repertory cinema, two libraries, and two nearby house museums for decorative arts: Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, and Rienzi.
When you visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science, you’re not just going to one place. You’re exploring tropical rainforests and worlds galaxies away. You’re going back in time to when dinosaurs walked the Earth and blasting forward to the future of renewable energy. With five floors of permanent halls and a steady rotation of traveling special exhibits, this Houston attraction will take you beyond our walls to experience the wonder and delight of science. Browse our resources below for information on making the most out of your visit to this must-see location in Houston.
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5555 Hermann Park DrWhen you visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science, you’re not just going to one place. You’re exploring tropical rainforests and worlds galaxies away. You’re going back in time to when dinosaurs walked the Earth and blasting forward to the future of renewable energy. With five floors of permanent halls and a steady rotation of traveling special exhibits, this Houston attraction will take you beyond our walls to experience the wonder and delight of science. Browse our resources below for information on making the most out of your visit to this must-see location in Houston.
Serving as a 55-acre oasis in the heart of Houston, and neighbors with the world renown Texas Medical Center, the Houston Zoo is home to wildlife from all corners of the globe. Gorillas, giraffes, elephants, storks, tortoises and many more species are waiting to teach you something you did not know about animals. Over two million guests visit the Zoo each year to explore an incredible variety of animals and ecosystems that immerse visitors into an educational and fun experience. The Zoo is open 363 days a year, only closed for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
More than 6,000 residents with claws, fins, wings, and hooves keep the dedicated and passionate team busy, as they work around the clock to provide meals, housing, and state-of-the-art medical care to hundreds of different species. In addition to world-class animal care, the Zoo is a small city of its own, employing electricians, plumbers, accountants, and more to keep the Zoo running smoothly for the safety and well-being of its residents and guests. From maintaining facilities for massive elephants to finding the perfect trimmings for tiny leafcutter ants, it takes a lot to care for the animals. Luckily, all of the Houston Zoo family is steadfast in their commitment to connect communities with animals and inspire action to save wildlife.
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Houston Zoo
6200 Hermann Park DrServing as a 55-acre oasis in the heart of Houston, and neighbors with the world renown Texas Medical Center, the Houston Zoo is home to wildlife from all corners of the globe. Gorillas, giraffes, elephants, storks, tortoises and many more species are waiting to teach you something you did not know about animals. Over two million guests visit the Zoo each year to explore an incredible variety of animals and ecosystems that immerse visitors into an educational and fun experience. The Zoo is open 363 days a year, only closed for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
More than 6,000 residents with claws, fins, wings, and hooves keep the dedicated and passionate team busy, as they work around the clock to provide meals, housing, and state-of-the-art medical care to hundreds of different species. In addition to world-class animal care, the Zoo is a small city of its own, employing electricians, plumbers, accountants, and more to keep the Zoo running smoothly for the safety and well-being of its residents and guests. From maintaining facilities for massive elephants to finding the perfect trimmings for tiny leafcutter ants, it takes a lot to care for the animals. Luckily, all of the Houston Zoo family is steadfast in their commitment to connect communities with animals and inspire action to save wildlife.
NRG Stadium, formerly Reliant Stadium, is a multi-purpose stadium in Houston, Texas, United States. It was constructed at a cost of $352 million and has a seating capacity of 72,220. It was the first NFL facility to have a retractable roof.
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NRG Stadium
NRG ParkwayNRG Stadium, formerly Reliant Stadium, is a multi-purpose stadium in Houston, Texas, United States. It was constructed at a cost of $352 million and has a seating capacity of 72,220. It was the first NFL facility to have a retractable roof.
Neighborhoods
Midtown Houston is a model of urban living in the center of Houston. Residents, businesses, and visitors enjoy a sustainable, walkable community with a thriving arts and entertainment scene and green oases. Since 2012, Midtown Houston has experienced 50% population growth with almost 10,000 Houstonians now calling it home. It has also been the site of nationally-awarded development, including Federal Transportation Agency recognition and the Presidential Award of
Excellence in Design and Implementation. In addition, in 2012 Midtown Houston was awarded the Texas Commission on the Arts’ Cultural Arts and Entertainment Designation, a first for a management district in the state. The neighborhood is a focal point for harnessing the power of cultural resources to stimulate economic development and community revitalization. Explore what makes Houston Midtown a great place to live, work, and play. We’re right in the middle of it all!
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Midtown
Midtown Houston is a model of urban living in the center of Houston. Residents, businesses, and visitors enjoy a sustainable, walkable community with a thriving arts and entertainment scene and green oases. Since 2012, Midtown Houston has experienced 50% population growth with almost 10,000 Houstonians now calling it home. It has also been the site of nationally-awarded development, including Federal Transportation Agency recognition and the Presidential Award of
Excellence in Design and Implementation. In addition, in 2012 Midtown Houston was awarded the Texas Commission on the Arts’ Cultural Arts and Entertainment Designation, a first for a management district in the state. The neighborhood is a focal point for harnessing the power of cultural resources to stimulate economic development and community revitalization. Explore what makes Houston Midtown a great place to live, work, and play. We’re right in the middle of it all!
Celebrate art, culture, food and nightlife at the eccentric Montrose neighborhood just west of downtown Houston. Here you’ll find anything from neon-lit tattoo parlors to world-class art galleries.
Grab a coffee at a local café and spend a day shopping for antiques or a one-of-a-kind treasure at the many thrift shops along Westheimer Road. Enjoy craft cocktails at a bar and end the night at a relaxing hotel or B&B.
Developed in 1911, this four-square-mile area is a pocket of eccentricity and diversity in the heart of the city that never ceases to entertain.
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Montrose
Celebrate art, culture, food and nightlife at the eccentric Montrose neighborhood just west of downtown Houston. Here you’ll find anything from neon-lit tattoo parlors to world-class art galleries.
Grab a coffee at a local café and spend a day shopping for antiques or a one-of-a-kind treasure at the many thrift shops along Westheimer Road. Enjoy craft cocktails at a bar and end the night at a relaxing hotel or B&B.
Developed in 1911, this four-square-mile area is a pocket of eccentricity and diversity in the heart of the city that never ceases to entertain.
Rice Military is located right in the heart of Houston’s Inner Loop. Residents of the area enjoy easy access to downtown, eclectic Montrose, Memorial Park, and the Galleria and Museum District, among other exciting neighborhoods.
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Rice Military
Rice Military is located right in the heart of Houston’s Inner Loop. Residents of the area enjoy easy access to downtown, eclectic Montrose, Memorial Park, and the Galleria and Museum District, among other exciting neighborhoods.
Shopping
More than 30 million visitors each year seek the dynamic & fine shopping environment uniquely offered by The Galleria, Texas’ largest shopping center and fourth largest domain nationally. International guests and Houstonians blend seamlessly in the center while on shopping excursions or entertaining guests at one of the signature eateries.
Spanning 2.4 million square feet of space, housing 400 fine stores and restaurants, two high-rise Westin hotels, and three office towers, The Galleria is Houston’s most popular retail and tourist destination, meeting every style and taste. A plethora of amenities, including a full-size ice rink for recreational and figure skating, a state of the art children’s play area, two swimming pools, full-service national and international banks, multiple tax-free reimbursement locations for international guests, two tailor shops, several beauty salons, and a post office, continually serve a wide range of shopper delights.
There are nine valet parking stations and 13,000 parking spaces in seven garages to accommodate drivers. Nestled between two of the city’s most exclusive neighborhoods, River Oaks and Memorial, The Galleria is as internationally respected for its architectural style and imprint as its shopping panache. Modeled after the revered Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in Milan, built in 1867, The Galleria stands as one of the premier examples of a dynamic, mixed-use, urban environment. More than 7,000 business professionals in the adjoining office towers, offering 1.1 million square feet of office space, reap the benefit and convenience of having The Galleria just a short walk away.
For shopping, opportunities are endless at anchoring stores Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Macy’s and at high-fashion favorites, such as: CELINE, CHANEL, Christian Louboutin, FENDI, Gucci, Lora Piana, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Saint Laurent, Tiffany & Co., Tod's and Valentino. Younger shoppers adore fashion-forward collections found at H&M, Urban Outfitters and the trendy must-haves from AllSaints, Club Monaco and Ted Baker. Galleria shoppers are assured all the latest trends for home and lifestyle from Apple, Samsung Experience Store, and b8ta – just a few of the fine retailers that range from Aritzia to Zara.
In addition to the abundant array of shopping choices, The Galleria also has more than 60 dining options ranging from fine dining at Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House, Nobu, and Fig & Olive to casual favorites such as Blanco Tacos + Tequlia, The Cheesecake Factory and Shake Shack. The Galleria is located at the corner of Westheimer Rd and Post Oak Blvd in the heart of Uptown Houston.
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Galleria
5085 Westheimer RdMore than 30 million visitors each year seek the dynamic & fine shopping environment uniquely offered by The Galleria, Texas’ largest shopping center and fourth largest domain nationally. International guests and Houstonians blend seamlessly in the center while on shopping excursions or entertaining guests at one of the signature eateries.
Spanning 2.4 million square feet of space, housing 400 fine stores and restaurants, two high-rise Westin hotels, and three office towers, The Galleria is Houston’s most popular retail and tourist destination, meeting every style and taste. A plethora of amenities, including a full-size ice rink for recreational and figure skating, a state of the art children’s play area, two swimming pools, full-service national and international banks, multiple tax-free reimbursement locations for international guests, two tailor shops, several beauty salons, and a post office, continually serve a wide range of shopper delights.
There are nine valet parking stations and 13,000 parking spaces in seven garages to accommodate drivers. Nestled between two of the city’s most exclusive neighborhoods, River Oaks and Memorial, The Galleria is as internationally respected for its architectural style and imprint as its shopping panache. Modeled after the revered Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in Milan, built in 1867, The Galleria stands as one of the premier examples of a dynamic, mixed-use, urban environment. More than 7,000 business professionals in the adjoining office towers, offering 1.1 million square feet of office space, reap the benefit and convenience of having The Galleria just a short walk away.
For shopping, opportunities are endless at anchoring stores Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Macy’s and at high-fashion favorites, such as: CELINE, CHANEL, Christian Louboutin, FENDI, Gucci, Lora Piana, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Saint Laurent, Tiffany & Co., Tod's and Valentino. Younger shoppers adore fashion-forward collections found at H&M, Urban Outfitters and the trendy must-haves from AllSaints, Club Monaco and Ted Baker. Galleria shoppers are assured all the latest trends for home and lifestyle from Apple, Samsung Experience Store, and b8ta – just a few of the fine retailers that range from Aritzia to Zara.
In addition to the abundant array of shopping choices, The Galleria also has more than 60 dining options ranging from fine dining at Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House, Nobu, and Fig & Olive to casual favorites such as Blanco Tacos + Tequlia, The Cheesecake Factory and Shake Shack. The Galleria is located at the corner of Westheimer Rd and Post Oak Blvd in the heart of Uptown Houston.
Whole Foods Market
515 Elgin StWalmart Supercenter
111 Yale StH-E-B
5895 San Felipe StShell
2302 W Holcombe BlvdWalgreens
950 Studemont StCVS
917 Main StGym/Exercise spots
The outdoor equipment here is located next to Smoothie King and the Tennis center as indicated by the yellow and black circle. Everything you need for a calisthenics and body-weight training workout all in one location.
Shade: Some
Bathroom: Yes plus showers
Water: Yes
Crowd: Medium
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6501 Memorial DrThe outdoor equipment here is located next to Smoothie King and the Tennis center as indicated by the yellow and black circle. Everything you need for a calisthenics and body-weight training workout all in one location.
Shade: Some
Bathroom: Yes plus showers
Water: Yes
Crowd: Medium
Adjacent to the Herman Park Conservancy building (park your vehicle there), this is one of the more scenic places to workout in Houston. A unique set of fitness equipment exists here including the rarely-seen parallel bars.
Shade: Some
Bathroom: Yes
Water: Yes
Crowd: Medium
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6001 Fannin StAdjacent to the Herman Park Conservancy building (park your vehicle there), this is one of the more scenic places to workout in Houston. A unique set of fitness equipment exists here including the rarely-seen parallel bars.
Shade: Some
Bathroom: Yes
Water: Yes
Crowd: Medium
Cleveland Park
200 Jackson Hill StTennis court
Spotts Park
401 S Heights BlvdBasketball court and tennis court
Trails
Muistopuisto
6501 Memorial DrTennis and soccer
The GYM
1950 W Gray StFood scene
ZOA Moroccan Kitchen
4710 Lillian StreetMy personal favorite.
Velvet Taco
4819 Washington AvePollo Bravo
5801 Memorial DriveEl Rey Taqueria
233 N Loop WThe Union Kitchen
4057 Bellaire BlvdNara Thai
850 Farm to Market 1960Pho Ben Vietnamese Restaurant
935 North Shepherd DriveEmpire Café
1732 Westheimer RdLocal Foods
2555 Kirby DrPoke In The Bowl
515 Westheimer RdAladdin
912 Westheimer RdThe Burger Joint Heights
2002 N Shepherd DrTarka Indian Kitchen
721 W 19th StRuggles Black
2245 W Alabama StKeto/Vegan alternatives. Super yummy!
Roostar
5551 Richmond AveRita's Italian Ice
2802 White Oak DrNam Eatery
502 E 20th StPostino Montrose
805 Pacific St