Explore about five miles of natural surface hiking and biking trails that wind between towering pine trees at the George Mitchell Nature Preserve, a nearly 1,700-acre park nestled on the southern side of The Woodlands. This protected area is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a great place to go if you’re interested in doing some birdwatching or wildlife spotting.
Luxury shopping, fine dining, and a small-town feel; that’s exactly what you’ll enjoy when you visit Market Street in The Woodlands. Top brand names such as Tiffany & Co. and Michael Kors are among the many shops in Market Street, while the dining options include Texas’ only Tommy Bahama restaurant and Jasper’s. Along with the stores and restaurants, Market Street features a Cinemark movie theatre and an open plaza that gives kids space to play.
Northshore Park is an all-in-one public space that provides kayak and canoe access to Lake Woodlands along with a field, playground, waterside picnic spots, sand volleyball courts, and a workout area. From the late spring until early fall, the park hosts Concert in The Park, a free live music series.
Kayaking Lake Woodlands is one of the best ways to enjoy an afternoon in The Woodlands. Unless you own your own kayak, you’ll need to head to Riva Row Boat House. Located near the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, the boat house offers rentals of single and tandem kayaks throughout the year. From the boat house, you’ll paddle through a scenic canal flanked by tall grass and pine trees until you reach the lake, where your adventure begins.
Let your youngster’s imagination run wild at The Woodlands Children’s Museum, an 11,000-square-foot compendium of interactive educational exhibits that delight and inspire children younger than seven. The museum is open seven days a week Memorial Day through Labor Day and Tuesday through Sunday throughout the rest of the year.
For high-end shopping in the Houston area, it’s hard to beat The Woodlands Mall. Big-name department stores like Dillard’s and Macy’s are alongside dozens of shops like Abercrombie Kids, Coach, and Fossil in this two-story mall. Shop your heart out, then stop one of the mall’s many restaurants, including The Cheesecake Factory.
he 7 Acre Wood family fun park in Conroe provides plenty of kid-friendly outdoor recreation. A petting zoo with donkeys, llamas, and goats; a Western Play Town; miniature golf course; and a playground with a gigantic sandbox, rope slide, horseshoes, and more can be found here.
B-52 Brewing Company is a craft brewery that produces a diverse selection of beer, including hoppy India pale ales and creamy stouts. Enjoy one of these flavorful beers, as well as outdoor games such as ping pong and bean bag toss, at the brewery,