Located in Uptown Houston, the Gerald D. Hines Water wall Park is one of Houston's most photographed sites. Designed and created in 1985, the massive 64-foot U-shaped fountain pumps 78,500 gallons of recycled water every 3 hours and 20 minutes. It's definitely a sight to be seen!
Sprawling over 445 acres, Hermann Park is a nature lover's dream! Whether you wish to ride the train along the Hermann Park Railroad, pedal around in a pedal boat on McGovern Lake, jog along the trails, or enjoy a peaceful stroll through the Japanese Garden, there are plenty of activities to immerse yourself in nature.
Following Texas slaves’ official emancipation in 1865, many migrated to Houston with their newfound freedom — establishing a hub for their community just southwest of downtown known as Freedmen’s Town. Offering various tours and rich history lessons, the area features the city's first African American Baptist church, Bethel Park, and the Rutherford B.H. Yates Museum.
Earning the title of Houston's no. 1 attraction for international visitors and the first Smithsonian affiliate in the greater Houston area, Space Center Houston features over 400 space artifacts, immersive exhibits, and captivating experiences that highlight the rich history and exciting future of America’s human space-flight program
Hamilton Pool is one of the most beautiful watering holes in Central Texas. Featuring a 50-foot waterfall and collapsed canyon and grotto, Hamilton Pool is a great destination for hiking, swimming, bird watching, picnicking, and more.
Founded in Austin, Texas in 2010 by Clayton Christopher and Chad Auler, Deep Eddy Vodka has become one of Texas' premiere liquors. Guests can enjoy guided tours around the distillery, cocktail classes and tastings, and BBQ demonstrations.
Whether it's shopping at one of the quaint boutiques, grabbing a beer at the well-known "Barber Shop," or treating your ears to some fantastic live music, there is something for everyone at the Historic Mercer Street located in downtown Dripping Springs.