Texas's largest shopping mall, featuring over 400 stores, luxury brands, and an iconic indoor ice rink. A classic Houston experience.
An upscale outdoor shopping and dining destination offering luxury boutiques and beautiful landscaping for a nice stroll.
One of the largest urban parks in the country. You can enjoy walking, jogging on the famous 3-mile loop, or visiting the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center located within the park for quiet nature trails.
An excellent urban park running along the bayou, offering walking and biking trails, public art installations, and beautiful views of the downtown skyline. They even have kayak and canoe rentals if you are feeling adventurous.
Home to the famous Morian Hall of Paleontology, the magnificent Cullen Hall of Gems and Minerals, and the Cockrell Butterfly Center.
One of the largest art museums in the country, with both an encyclopedic permanent collection and rotating exhibits.
This museum complex features a private collection of modern and contemporary art, including Surrealist and Tribal pieces, all housed on a beautiful, park-like campus. Admission is free.
Located in Hermann Park (near the Museum District), it’s a great option for families or animal lovers.
About an hour's drive away, but absolutely worth it for space fans. It’s the official visitor center for NASA Johnson Space Center.