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Houston is known for its southern charm, world-class culture, and international appeal. We hope you take advantage of your stay and explore what this city has to offer!
266 locals recommend
Houston
266 locals recommend
Houston is known for its southern charm, world-class culture, and international appeal. We hope you take advantage of your stay and explore what this city has to offer!

Sightseeing

DISCOVERY GREEN This downtown park offers free yoga classes, reading rooms, movie nights, and toddler story times. The park has a playground, spray fountain and Mist Tree, great for hot Houston days.
933 locals recommend
Discovery Green
1500 McKinney St
933 locals recommend
DISCOVERY GREEN This downtown park offers free yoga classes, reading rooms, movie nights, and toddler story times. The park has a playground, spray fountain and Mist Tree, great for hot Houston days.
The Menil Collection consists of a group of five art buildings and green spaces located within a residential neighborhood.
491 locals recommend
The Menil Collection
1533 Sul Ross St
491 locals recommend
The Menil Collection consists of a group of five art buildings and green spaces located within a residential neighborhood.
MCGOVERN CENTENNIAL GARDENS McGovern Centennial Gardens is a collection of gardens in Hermann Park.
74 locals recommend
McGovern Centennial Gardens
1500 Hermann Drive
74 locals recommend
MCGOVERN CENTENNIAL GARDENS McGovern Centennial Gardens is a collection of gardens in Hermann Park.
MOODY CENTER FOR THE ARTS A bit off the beaten path from the known Museum District. If you enjoy contemporary art and have a soft spot for installations, then this is a must-see.
7 locals recommend
Moody Center For The Arts
6100 Main MS-550
7 locals recommend
MOODY CENTER FOR THE ARTS A bit off the beaten path from the known Museum District. If you enjoy contemporary art and have a soft spot for installations, then this is a must-see.
A popular spot for photography, this cluster of buildings hosts a range of graffiti & street art.
79 locals recommend
Graffiti Park
2102 Leeland St
79 locals recommend
A popular spot for photography, this cluster of buildings hosts a range of graffiti & street art.
Made up of museums, galleries, and cultural centers — its highlights include the Space Center, The Children’s Museum, the Art Car Museum, and the rather unique National Museum of Funeral History.
549 locals recommend
Houston Museum District
549 locals recommend
Made up of museums, galleries, and cultural centers — its highlights include the Space Center, The Children’s Museum, the Art Car Museum, and the rather unique National Museum of Funeral History.
This educational museum is the only museum in America dedicated solely to preserving the legacy and telling the story of the African-American soldier.
56 locals recommend
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
3816 Caroline St
56 locals recommend
This educational museum is the only museum in America dedicated solely to preserving the legacy and telling the story of the African-American soldier.
A couple of hours listening to the talented Houston Symphony in action, typically housed at Jones Hall on Louisiana St, is the go-to activity for audiophiles.
52 locals recommend
Houston Symphony at Jones Hall
615 Louisiana St
52 locals recommend
A couple of hours listening to the talented Houston Symphony in action, typically housed at Jones Hall on Louisiana St, is the go-to activity for audiophiles.
Enjoy an evening at the Toyota Center watching the Houston Rockets play or get ready to catch a vibe and rock out at a concert featuring the latest music artist.
606 locals recommend
Toyota Center
1510 Polk St
606 locals recommend
Enjoy an evening at the Toyota Center watching the Houston Rockets play or get ready to catch a vibe and rock out at a concert featuring the latest music artist.
Put on your baseball hat and get ready to watch the Houston Astros catch pop flys, fly balls, and hit homeruns at Minute Maid Park.
638 locals recommend
Minute Maid Park
501 Crawford St
638 locals recommend
Put on your baseball hat and get ready to watch the Houston Astros catch pop flys, fly balls, and hit homeruns at Minute Maid Park.

Food scene

GREENSEED VEGAN This vegan restaurant and elixir bar serves plant-based meals. They have raw foods, as well as, sandwiches, vegan burgers, fries, smoothies, and juices. All soy and gluten free. (844) 365-8346
64 locals recommend
green seed vegan
4320 Almeda Rd
64 locals recommend
GREENSEED VEGAN This vegan restaurant and elixir bar serves plant-based meals. They have raw foods, as well as, sandwiches, vegan burgers, fries, smoothies, and juices. All soy and gluten free. (844) 365-8346
Owner Deepak Doshi and his small team make everything they can from scratch and outsource the rest—the pastries, cookies, and breads come from local bakeries, and the beans, roasted by Greenway Coffee, are put to great use. The real attraction is the vegetarian cuisine. During the week, be sure to visit Doshi House on Tuesdays for the fiery red vegan curry. (713) 528-0060. DOSHI HOUSE
49 locals recommend
The Doshi House
3419 Emancipation Ave
49 locals recommend
Owner Deepak Doshi and his small team make everything they can from scratch and outsource the rest—the pastries, cookies, and breads come from local bakeries, and the beans, roasted by Greenway Coffee, are put to great use. The real attraction is the vegetarian cuisine. During the week, be sure to visit Doshi House on Tuesdays for the fiery red vegan curry. (713) 528-0060. DOSHI HOUSE
Mo' Better Brews is a Vegan Breakfast Restaurant serving up a unique Vegan experience with vinyl vibes like no other. (832) 740-4297
29 locals recommend
Mo' Better Brews
1201 Southmore Blvd
29 locals recommend
Mo' Better Brews is a Vegan Breakfast Restaurant serving up a unique Vegan experience with vinyl vibes like no other. (832) 740-4297
Hugo's brings the exciting and earthy flavors of Mexico across the border. Pretty much anything on the menu at James Beard Award-winning chef Hugo Ortega's namesake eatery is an excellent choice. However, the lamb barbacoa is truly a Houston icon. Marinated with chiles, garlic, and avocado leaves, this perfectly spiced protein is the definition of tender. (713) 524-7744
160 locals recommend
Hugo's
1600 Westheimer Rd
160 locals recommend
Hugo's brings the exciting and earthy flavors of Mexico across the border. Pretty much anything on the menu at James Beard Award-winning chef Hugo Ortega's namesake eatery is an excellent choice. However, the lamb barbacoa is truly a Houston icon. Marinated with chiles, garlic, and avocado leaves, this perfectly spiced protein is the definition of tender. (713) 524-7744
Bosscat's menu combines good ol' American comfort food with contemporary flavors.
24 locals recommend
Bosscat Kitchen & Libations
4310 Westheimer Rd
24 locals recommend
Bosscat's menu combines good ol' American comfort food with contemporary flavors.
Specializing in well-refined Southern cuisine, Lucille's is a tribute to a down south legacy. (713) 568-2505
140 locals recommend
Lucille's
5512 La Branch St
140 locals recommend
Specializing in well-refined Southern cuisine, Lucille's is a tribute to a down south legacy. (713) 568-2505
Voted Houston's Best of the Best, this hotspot for diner-style eats includes stick-to-your-ribs soul food. (713) 528-8561
494 locals recommend
The Breakfast Klub
3711 Travis St
494 locals recommend
Voted Houston's Best of the Best, this hotspot for diner-style eats includes stick-to-your-ribs soul food. (713) 528-8561
Houston's first Chef Hall offers an innovative dining experience. The hall is a platform for talented chefs to develop concepts to try. (713) 909-0691
16 locals recommend
Bravery Chef Hall
409 Travis St
16 locals recommend
Houston's first Chef Hall offers an innovative dining experience. The hall is a platform for talented chefs to develop concepts to try. (713) 909-0691
This quaint shopping center includes a plethora of eateries to choose from. All within walking distance of each other.
379 locals recommend
Rice Village
2376 Rice Boulevard
379 locals recommend
This quaint shopping center includes a plethora of eateries to choose from. All within walking distance of each other.
The delicacy, refinement, and uniqueness of the Thai culture is echoed in Thai food. Yi Peng selects only the best quality seasonal ingredients to create unique Thai dishes so that each dish reflects authentic Thai culture.
Yi Peng Thai Dining
798 Sorella Court
The delicacy, refinement, and uniqueness of the Thai culture is echoed in Thai food. Yi Peng selects only the best quality seasonal ingredients to create unique Thai dishes so that each dish reflects authentic Thai culture.
Modern spins on global dishes like Pad Thai & Jamaican Jerk Pork served in a cool, eclectic space.
41 locals recommend
Traveler's Table
520 Westheimer Road
41 locals recommend
Modern spins on global dishes like Pad Thai & Jamaican Jerk Pork served in a cool, eclectic space.

Traveler advice

Getting around

UBER or LYFT are the best way to get around with no vehicle.

If you are visiting Houston without your own vehicle, UBER or LYFT are accessible and will take you around the city.