Museum District – Visit the Museum of Fine Arts, Contemporary Arts Museum, and Houston Museum of Natural Science. Space Center Houston – A must-see! Learn about NASA and space exploration. Houston Zoo – Great for families and located inside beautiful Hermann Park. Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern – A unique underground art space with rotating installations.
The Galleria – Houston’s largest shopping center, complete with an ice rink. Rice Village – Boutiques, cafés, and a charming walkable area. Montrose – Artsy neighborhood full of vintage stores, coffee shops, and murals.
Hermann Park – Take a pedal boat ride, visit the Japanese Garden, or have a picnic. Buffalo Bayou Park – Perfect for walking, biking, or just enjoying skyline views. Houston Arboretum – Peaceful nature trails just minutes from downtown.
Tex-Mex & Tacos – Try El Tiempo, Ninfa’s, or Velvet Taco. BBQ – Don’t miss Truth BBQ, The Pit Room, or Gatlin’s. International Eats – Sample Vietnamese in Midtown, Indian in Hillcroft, or Ethiopian in the Mahatma Gandhi District.
White Oak Music Hall – Great for live shows and local acts. Houston Symphony / Theatre District – For a classy night out.
Common Bond, Blacksmith, or Throughgood Coffee for a local caffeine fix.