Laura’s guidebook of theHeights!
Neighborhoods
Northwest of Downtown sits a section of historic neighborhoods that date back to the late 1800s. Residents once flocked to the area to escape the big city, but today it’s home to diverse Houstonians that are drawn to its rich and character-filled architecture, mom and pop-type shops and funky restaurants.
Find something you never knew you wanted at one of 19th Street’s quaint boutiques. Thrift stores, antique havens, and cafes prove to be popular at the Heights-strip. Stop by for the “First Saturday Arts Market” on the first Saturday of each month for live music, crafts, plants and artwork.
227 locals recommend
Houston Heights
Northwest of Downtown sits a section of historic neighborhoods that date back to the late 1800s. Residents once flocked to the area to escape the big city, but today it’s home to diverse Houstonians that are drawn to its rich and character-filled architecture, mom and pop-type shops and funky restaurants.
Find something you never knew you wanted at one of 19th Street’s quaint boutiques. Thrift stores, antique havens, and cafes prove to be popular at the Heights-strip. Stop by for the “First Saturday Arts Market” on the first Saturday of each month for live music, crafts, plants and artwork.
Food scene
Being understood is a beautiful thing. At Bellagreen we understand that you want to fill life with memorable moments & experiences that deliver on what you need. We also believe that every meal is a chance to make life & Earth more beautiful. We offer chef prepared meals in a fast casual environment. Our diverse menu includes soups, salads, pizza, pastas, entrees and freshly prepared desserts. We take pride in being able to customize items to meet your dietary needs as well. We also proudly protect the Earth with every meal we serve through sustainable sourcing & cooking.
71 locals recommend
bellagreen
748 E 11th StBeing understood is a beautiful thing. At Bellagreen we understand that you want to fill life with memorable moments & experiences that deliver on what you need. We also believe that every meal is a chance to make life & Earth more beautiful. We offer chef prepared meals in a fast casual environment. Our diverse menu includes soups, salads, pizza, pastas, entrees and freshly prepared desserts. We take pride in being able to customize items to meet your dietary needs as well. We also proudly protect the Earth with every meal we serve through sustainable sourcing & cooking.
A community of queso-addicted, hardworking, people-loving Taco Junkies.
170 locals recommend
Torchy's Tacos
2400 Times BlvdA community of queso-addicted, hardworking, people-loving Taco Junkies.
Kin Dee’s cuisine is a truly authentic representation of Thailand through its unique flavors, its ingredients and overall vision. Focused on made-from-scratch, authentic and primarily noodle-based dishes, Kin Dee delivers native cuisine exactly like it’s served in Thailand. The 30-dish menu of approachable adventurous dishes is priced anywhere between $9 and $24. Inspired by four different regions of Thailand, dishes served at Kin Dee include: “Money Bags”, Thai Crispy Shrimp in a Blanket, Northern Style Coconut Chicken Curry Noodles and Thai Boat Noodle Soup.
8 locals recommend
Kin Dee
1533 N Shepherd DrKin Dee’s cuisine is a truly authentic representation of Thailand through its unique flavors, its ingredients and overall vision. Focused on made-from-scratch, authentic and primarily noodle-based dishes, Kin Dee delivers native cuisine exactly like it’s served in Thailand. The 30-dish menu of approachable adventurous dishes is priced anywhere between $9 and $24. Inspired by four different regions of Thailand, dishes served at Kin Dee include: “Money Bags”, Thai Crispy Shrimp in a Blanket, Northern Style Coconut Chicken Curry Noodles and Thai Boat Noodle Soup.
Boomtown began with the dream of serving coffees that we wanted to drink — roasted with care, brewed with precision, and always served with love.
130 locals recommend
Boomtown Coffee
242 W 19th StBoomtown began with the dream of serving coffees that we wanted to drink — roasted with care, brewed with precision, and always served with love.
We are an American bar and eatery, serving great food and hand crafted cocktails. We pride ourselves in being a favorite spot in the neighborhood. Burgers and American classics make up the meat of the menu. The bar is a mix of old school and crafty cocktails.
10 locals recommend
BCK: Kitchen & Cocktail Adventures
933 Studewood StWe are an American bar and eatery, serving great food and hand crafted cocktails. We pride ourselves in being a favorite spot in the neighborhood. Burgers and American classics make up the meat of the menu. The bar is a mix of old school and crafty cocktails.
Liberty Kitchen & Oyster Bar is a blend of contemporary and traditional features of American, Regional and International cuisine. We are a culture of Yes, and will do what it takes to put a smile on our guest's faces. We pride ourselves as being a Heights neighborhood restaurant that focuses on providing the best guest experience possible. We strive to have a clean restaurant, outstanding and flavorful food, and outstanding service.
63 locals recommend
Liberty Kitchen & Oyster Bar
1050 Studewood StLiberty Kitchen & Oyster Bar is a blend of contemporary and traditional features of American, Regional and International cuisine. We are a culture of Yes, and will do what it takes to put a smile on our guest's faces. We pride ourselves as being a Heights neighborhood restaurant that focuses on providing the best guest experience possible. We strive to have a clean restaurant, outstanding and flavorful food, and outstanding service.
We Olive & Wine Bar, is a unique culinary experience that features the finest artisan-produced extra virgin olive oil, wine, and small, deliciously simple prepared plates. Our business model successfully integrates 'The Olive Oil Experience,' a robust gourmet foods retail component, together with an educational, tasting- oriented wine bar - all enjoyed in an authentic, casually elegant atmosphere.
7 locals recommend
We Olive & Wine Bar
249 W 19th StWe Olive & Wine Bar, is a unique culinary experience that features the finest artisan-produced extra virgin olive oil, wine, and small, deliciously simple prepared plates. Our business model successfully integrates 'The Olive Oil Experience,' a robust gourmet foods retail component, together with an educational, tasting- oriented wine bar - all enjoyed in an authentic, casually elegant atmosphere.
The indoor and outdoor seating options are varied and can accommodate a group of any size, and they are happy to help you host an event so long as you call them ahead of time. The drink menu has lots of fun options, and during the summer their frozen rose is my favorite choice.
12 locals recommend
Bungalow Heights
1919 Beall StThe indoor and outdoor seating options are varied and can accommodate a group of any size, and they are happy to help you host an event so long as you call them ahead of time. The drink menu has lots of fun options, and during the summer their frozen rose is my favorite choice.
It's a mixed concept that seeks to offer quality local eats for the busy Houstonian who mostly eats out. Their main goal is to attain culinary excellence in even the simplest dishes using sustainably farmed ingredients from farms as close to the city as possible. Their menu is mostly composed of Texas classics like sliders, slow-cooked meats, fried green tomatoes and monkey bread, but each of the dishes has a surprising gourmet twist. The space is equally cool, with industrial-looking exposed ceilings and a modern, functional service area that shares space with their market, where you can buy locally sourced food items to take home and experiment with.
39 locals recommend
Urban Eats
3414 Washington AveIt's a mixed concept that seeks to offer quality local eats for the busy Houstonian who mostly eats out. Their main goal is to attain culinary excellence in even the simplest dishes using sustainably farmed ingredients from farms as close to the city as possible. Their menu is mostly composed of Texas classics like sliders, slow-cooked meats, fried green tomatoes and monkey bread, but each of the dishes has a surprising gourmet twist. The space is equally cool, with industrial-looking exposed ceilings and a modern, functional service area that shares space with their market, where you can buy locally sourced food items to take home and experiment with.
The Down House is a hip restaurant, coffee shop, and bar that was created in September 2010 by Joey Treadway and Chris Cusack. It serves a variety of lunch, dinner, brunch, and late-night small plates until 2am daily. Most of the menu comprises interesting combinations and local foods from the area. This restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere with a refreshing ambience. Their cocktails combine a variety of fun ingredients such as lemon, rose, ginger, vanilla, and citrus. Whether it is the kimchi burger or a fun cocktail combination, they are sure to have something that will satisfy your tastebuds.
72 locals recommend
Down House
1801 Yale StThe Down House is a hip restaurant, coffee shop, and bar that was created in September 2010 by Joey Treadway and Chris Cusack. It serves a variety of lunch, dinner, brunch, and late-night small plates until 2am daily. Most of the menu comprises interesting combinations and local foods from the area. This restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere with a refreshing ambience. Their cocktails combine a variety of fun ingredients such as lemon, rose, ginger, vanilla, and citrus. Whether it is the kimchi burger or a fun cocktail combination, they are sure to have something that will satisfy your tastebuds.
Little Woodrow's has a relaxed atmosphere with a giant wooden patio for people to enjoy. It is a sports-friendly bar with pool tables and big TVs tuned in to the latest games. Garage doors connect to the outdoor part of the bar. Little Woodrow’s has more than 100 beers to choose from, and 22 of them are on tap. Happy hour is weeknights from 2pm to 7pm. Cheap pitchers are also available nightly after 9pm. Little Woodrow’s has several locations in Texas. There are also locations in San Antonio and Austin. The menu consists of burgers, salads, sandwiches, and a variety of delicious appetizers.
34 locals recommend
Little Woodrow's Heights
2631 White Oak DrLittle Woodrow's has a relaxed atmosphere with a giant wooden patio for people to enjoy. It is a sports-friendly bar with pool tables and big TVs tuned in to the latest games. Garage doors connect to the outdoor part of the bar. Little Woodrow’s has more than 100 beers to choose from, and 22 of them are on tap. Happy hour is weeknights from 2pm to 7pm. Cheap pitchers are also available nightly after 9pm. Little Woodrow’s has several locations in Texas. There are also locations in San Antonio and Austin. The menu consists of burgers, salads, sandwiches, and a variety of delicious appetizers.
Cedar Creek is a coffee house, bar, and lounge in the Heights area. This bar has a casual atmosphere with a cozy log cabin interior. This is really a great place to relax and hangout on a Friday or Saturday evening after a long day’s work. There is a big wood fireplace inside and an outdoor patio area with big picnic tables. Cedar Creek serves beer, wine, spirits, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It has a full-service bar, but Cedar Creek is also a family-friendly environment. It’s open every day of the week, and customers can enjoy free Wi-Fi. One of the specialties is the delicious neighborhood barbecue.
76 locals recommend
Cedar Creek Cafe Bar & Grill
1034 W 20th StCedar Creek is a coffee house, bar, and lounge in the Heights area. This bar has a casual atmosphere with a cozy log cabin interior. This is really a great place to relax and hangout on a Friday or Saturday evening after a long day’s work. There is a big wood fireplace inside and an outdoor patio area with big picnic tables. Cedar Creek serves beer, wine, spirits, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It has a full-service bar, but Cedar Creek is also a family-friendly environment. It’s open every day of the week, and customers can enjoy free Wi-Fi. One of the specialties is the delicious neighborhood barbecue.
The new Beer Garden and Restaurant has only been open a few months but is working on all cylinders already. Great selection of drinks, including their Root Beer which is really really good, and the food menu is diverse and tasty. A great addition to the near downtown food and drink offerings
291 locals recommend
Saint Arnold Brewing Company
2000 Lyons AveThe new Beer Garden and Restaurant has only been open a few months but is working on all cylinders already. Great selection of drinks, including their Root Beer which is really really good, and the food menu is diverse and tasty. A great addition to the near downtown food and drink offerings
Service is awesome! Venue is great! Bands are amazing! Great day for a concert!
115 locals recommend
Karbach Brewing
2032 Karbach StService is awesome! Venue is great! Bands are amazing! Great day for a concert!
Sightseeing
Donovan Park is heaven on earth for children, and all ages at that. Located in the heart of the neighborhood, the kids call it ‘castle park’ for the way the structure resembles that of castle turrets. Privately managed by the Houston Heights Association, it is gated, safe, and open to the public. Its wooden jungle gym is in perfect condition and hiding spots are abundant. Even adults can enjoy themselves while eating lunch in the picnic areas. They might even have a blast on the epic wooden train! Painted mosaic tiles have been installed since 1995; it’s truly a charming little place.
32 locals recommend
Donovan Park
700 Heights BlvdDonovan Park is heaven on earth for children, and all ages at that. Located in the heart of the neighborhood, the kids call it ‘castle park’ for the way the structure resembles that of castle turrets. Privately managed by the Houston Heights Association, it is gated, safe, and open to the public. Its wooden jungle gym is in perfect condition and hiding spots are abundant. Even adults can enjoy themselves while eating lunch in the picnic areas. They might even have a blast on the epic wooden train! Painted mosaic tiles have been installed since 1995; it’s truly a charming little place.
Like art shows? Like car shows? The Art Car Museum, also known as ‘Garage Mahal,’ displays a unique and exciting combination of both. One contributor says, ‘once you start putting stuff on your car, you never stop.’ Local artists take the hunk of metal and transform it into captivating contemporary art with personal statements. The cars on exhibit rotate every so often, and there are even parades. Admission is free, and everyone can find something enjoyable.
130 locals recommend
Art Car Museum
140 Heights BlvdLike art shows? Like car shows? The Art Car Museum, also known as ‘Garage Mahal,’ displays a unique and exciting combination of both. One contributor says, ‘once you start putting stuff on your car, you never stop.’ Local artists take the hunk of metal and transform it into captivating contemporary art with personal statements. The cars on exhibit rotate every so often, and there are even parades. Admission is free, and everyone can find something enjoyable.
Looking to add a retro charm to your home with some of amazing finds? Thrift shops aren’t the only place to find intriguing elements. August Antiques has plenty of eclectic items, ranging from art deco to metal outdoor fixtures and architectural pieces; some of it even dates back to the ’40s and ’50s! Not to mention the plentiful rare books and religious artifacts. Plus, they’re always getting in new shipments. The owner is well informed on everything in relation to antiques and is willing to negotiate prices, too.
6 locals recommend
August Antiques
803 1/2 Heights BlvdLooking to add a retro charm to your home with some of amazing finds? Thrift shops aren’t the only place to find intriguing elements. August Antiques has plenty of eclectic items, ranging from art deco to metal outdoor fixtures and architectural pieces; some of it even dates back to the ’40s and ’50s! Not to mention the plentiful rare books and religious artifacts. Plus, they’re always getting in new shipments. The owner is well informed on everything in relation to antiques and is willing to negotiate prices, too.
Casa Ramirez Folkart Gallery houses many authentic and vibrant Mexican kitsch. The gallery is well organized and shows off everything that is Mexico, including dia de los muertos items and some traditional clothing. Art, cookbooks, and memoirs can be unearthed in this gem of a shop. It’s a wonderful place to bring the children and learn about another culture. The owners are sweet and occasionally travel themselves to bring artifacts here to the Heights. Speaking of sweet, complimentary hojarascas (Mexican sugar cookies) are offered upon walking in.
6 locals recommend
Casa Ramirez FOLKART
241 W 19th StCasa Ramirez Folkart Gallery houses many authentic and vibrant Mexican kitsch. The gallery is well organized and shows off everything that is Mexico, including dia de los muertos items and some traditional clothing. Art, cookbooks, and memoirs can be unearthed in this gem of a shop. It’s a wonderful place to bring the children and learn about another culture. The owners are sweet and occasionally travel themselves to bring artifacts here to the Heights. Speaking of sweet, complimentary hojarascas (Mexican sugar cookies) are offered upon walking in.
Once a church, Aurora Picture Show is now converted into a cinema where moviegoers sit in the pews to worship a huge screen… Or just to watch movies. It is a non-profit organization that promotes independent films and new media arts. The films are put together by guest artists. Viewings consist of poetry, independent children’s shows, experimental pieces, and sometimes live performances. One memorable example is a live-action documentary with a live band as the soundtrack. It’s a great opportunity to experience something new and an alternative to the typical movie theater that just dries out an entire wallet.
Aurora Picture Show
201 Bartlett StOnce a church, Aurora Picture Show is now converted into a cinema where moviegoers sit in the pews to worship a huge screen… Or just to watch movies. It is a non-profit organization that promotes independent films and new media arts. The films are put together by guest artists. Viewings consist of poetry, independent children’s shows, experimental pieces, and sometimes live performances. One memorable example is a live-action documentary with a live band as the soundtrack. It’s a great opportunity to experience something new and an alternative to the typical movie theater that just dries out an entire wallet.
What a great place for a bike ride! Great getaway to get some exercise and see parts of the city. You are able to stop in at a little shop and get a drink.
59 locals recommend
Heights Hike and Bike Trail
Heights Hike and Bike TrailWhat a great place for a bike ride! Great getaway to get some exercise and see parts of the city. You are able to stop in at a little shop and get a drink.
The Houston Zoo is a 55-acre zoological park located within Hermann Park in Houston, Texas, United States. The zoo houses over 6,000 animals from 900 species. It receives 2.1 million visitors each year and is the second most visited zoo in the United States. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
1102 locals recommend
Houston Zoo
6200 Hermann Park DrThe Houston Zoo is a 55-acre zoological park located within Hermann Park in Houston, Texas, United States. The zoo houses over 6,000 animals from 900 species. It receives 2.1 million visitors each year and is the second most visited zoo in the United States. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
Hands-on interactive exhibits in the areas of science and technology, history and culture, health and human development, and the arts.
377 locals recommend
Children's Museum of Houston
1500 Binz StHands-on interactive exhibits in the areas of science and technology, history and culture, health and human development, and the arts.
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, is the largest cultural institution in the southwest region of the United States. The Museum’s encyclopedic collections of nearly 70,000 objects cover world cultures dating from antiquity to the present and...more
979 locals recommend
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building
1001 Bissonnet StThe Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, is the largest cultural institution in the southwest region of the United States. The Museum’s encyclopedic collections of nearly 70,000 objects cover world cultures dating from antiquity to the present and...more
This outstanding science museum has a spectacular collection of mineral specimens, a dinosaur skeleton, space-station models, a planetarium, IMAX theater and a six-story butterfly center in which these beautiful creatures land delicately on outstretched arms.
863 locals recommend
The Houston Museum of Natural Science
5555 Hermann Park DrThis outstanding science museum has a spectacular collection of mineral specimens, a dinosaur skeleton, space-station models, a planetarium, IMAX theater and a six-story butterfly center in which these beautiful creatures land delicately on outstretched arms.
A legacy of the philanthropists John and Dominique de Menil, the Menil Collection opened in 1987. The museum presents regular rotations of artworks from its growing permanent collection, organizes special exhibitions and programs throughout the year, publishes scholarly books, and conducts research. The Menil Collection’s main museum building anchors a parklike 30-acre campus, which also includes the Cy Twombly Gallery, a site-specific Dan Flavin installation, the Byzantine Fresco Chapel—now a venue for long-term installations by contemporary artists—and outdoor sculpture.
491 locals recommend
The Menil Collection
1533 Sul Ross StA legacy of the philanthropists John and Dominique de Menil, the Menil Collection opened in 1987. The museum presents regular rotations of artworks from its growing permanent collection, organizes special exhibitions and programs throughout the year, publishes scholarly books, and conducts research. The Menil Collection’s main museum building anchors a parklike 30-acre campus, which also includes the Cy Twombly Gallery, a site-specific Dan Flavin installation, the Byzantine Fresco Chapel—now a venue for long-term installations by contemporary artists—and outdoor sculpture.
A great view of downtown Houston with a covered pavilion, a large grassy area, several skateboard areas and walking trails. Parking is limited on busy days.
549 locals recommend
Buffalo Bayou Park
Memorial DriveA great view of downtown Houston with a covered pavilion, a large grassy area, several skateboard areas and walking trails. Parking is limited on busy days.
Surprisingly, the art scene in Houston is pretty good. In the museum district - you have The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Children's Museum of Houston, The Health Museum, Houston Museum-African American Culture, Cullen Sculpture Garden, Contemporary Arts Museum, The Jung Center, Czech Center Museum Houston, Asia Society Texas Center, and Lawndale Art Center. Not far from the district are the Menil Collection, Rothko Chapel, Buffalo Soldiers Museum, and Station Museum of Contemporary Art. That's a lot of museums for a city like Houston!
At one of of the Museum District is the beautiful Hermann Park, with its golf course, and the Houston Zoo. There are also many historic churches in this area.
20 locals recommend
Museum District station
Surprisingly, the art scene in Houston is pretty good. In the museum district - you have The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Children's Museum of Houston, The Health Museum, Houston Museum-African American Culture, Cullen Sculpture Garden, Contemporary Arts Museum, The Jung Center, Czech Center Museum Houston, Asia Society Texas Center, and Lawndale Art Center. Not far from the district are the Menil Collection, Rothko Chapel, Buffalo Soldiers Museum, and Station Museum of Contemporary Art. That's a lot of museums for a city like Houston!
At one of of the Museum District is the beautiful Hermann Park, with its golf course, and the Houston Zoo. There are also many historic churches in this area.
A 155-acre nature sanctuary 4 miles west of downtown. Five miles of walking trails through forest, meadow, and pond habitats offer opportunities to see frogs, turtles, and other wildlife. The Nature Center houses a Nature Shop, restrooms, and Discovery Room which includes aquariums, microscopes, and interactive exhibits like the 15 ft. model "Learning Tree". Grounds: Open Daily 7 am to dusk; Building: Open Daily 9 am - 5 pm, except major holidays. Discovery Room: Open Tuesday-Sunday, 10 am - 4 pm. Admission free; donations appreciated.
188 locals recommend
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
4501 Woodway DrA 155-acre nature sanctuary 4 miles west of downtown. Five miles of walking trails through forest, meadow, and pond habitats offer opportunities to see frogs, turtles, and other wildlife. The Nature Center houses a Nature Shop, restrooms, and Discovery Room which includes aquariums, microscopes, and interactive exhibits like the 15 ft. model "Learning Tree". Grounds: Open Daily 7 am to dusk; Building: Open Daily 9 am - 5 pm, except major holidays. Discovery Room: Open Tuesday-Sunday, 10 am - 4 pm. Admission free; donations appreciated.
Bars
There is a vast selection of wines from around the world. The bar arrived in the Heights back in 2012 and has quickly become a popular spot for locals. In 2013 it won the ‘Award of Excellence in Food and Wine’ from Wine Spectator for five consecutive years (2009-2013). The interior is filled with warm earth tones in an intimate setting. Many of the wines are paired with flatbreads and cheese plates. If you want to enjoy wine outside the bar, wine is also sold by the bottle. Free Wi-Fi is also available for guests.
24 locals recommend
Sonoma Wine Bar & Restaurant - The Heights
801 Studewood StThere is a vast selection of wines from around the world. The bar arrived in the Heights back in 2012 and has quickly become a popular spot for locals. In 2013 it won the ‘Award of Excellence in Food and Wine’ from Wine Spectator for five consecutive years (2009-2013). The interior is filled with warm earth tones in an intimate setting. Many of the wines are paired with flatbreads and cheese plates. If you want to enjoy wine outside the bar, wine is also sold by the bottle. Free Wi-Fi is also available for guests.
This place has a fun, funky atmosphere with regularly played live music. This intimate setting feels like a private concert with the arrangement of tables close to the stage. The decor is ’70s-inspired, with music spanning across several decades, such as old-school blues, punk rock, and all different types of upcoming bands. There is also a back patio for people to enjoy in the evenings. Dan Electro’s doesn’t serve liquor, but it allows customers to bring their own and will provide the rest of the set-up. It does, however, offer local beer and wine. The charm of this bar is that it is in a more secluded area of the Heights.
14 locals recommend
Dan Electro's Bar & Live Music
1031 E 24th St This place has a fun, funky atmosphere with regularly played live music. This intimate setting feels like a private concert with the arrangement of tables close to the stage. The decor is ’70s-inspired, with music spanning across several decades, such as old-school blues, punk rock, and all different types of upcoming bands. There is also a back patio for people to enjoy in the evenings. Dan Electro’s doesn’t serve liquor, but it allows customers to bring their own and will provide the rest of the set-up. It does, however, offer local beer and wine. The charm of this bar is that it is in a more secluded area of the Heights.
Down the Street has a great selection of wines and a killer brunch on the weekends. This neighborhood bar also has a wide selection of beer and allows dogs. There are specials like Moscow Mule Night Thursdays and College Game Burger Day Saturdays. The casual atmosphere is great for chatting with friends and listening to music. The bar has a rustic-chic interior and a friendly staff. A variety of fresh pizzas and small plates are available to satisfy customer’s tastebuds. Free parking is also available on the lot.
32 locals recommend
Down the Street
5746 Larkin StDown the Street has a great selection of wines and a killer brunch on the weekends. This neighborhood bar also has a wide selection of beer and allows dogs. There are specials like Moscow Mule Night Thursdays and College Game Burger Day Saturdays. The casual atmosphere is great for chatting with friends and listening to music. The bar has a rustic-chic interior and a friendly staff. A variety of fresh pizzas and small plates are available to satisfy customer’s tastebuds. Free parking is also available on the lot.
Lively local bar chain offering speciality cocktails, dueling-piano shows & singing waitstaff.
31 locals recommend
Pete's Dueling Piano Bar
1201 Fannin StLively local bar chain offering speciality cocktails, dueling-piano shows & singing waitstaff.
Day Trips
Space Center Houston is one of Houston’s top attractions, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center, Houston’s first Smithsonian Affiliate and a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence awardee. The center features more than 400 space artifacts as well as numerous permanent and traveling exhibits, attractions and theaters related to the exciting future and remarkable past of America’s human space-flight program – all for one admission price. The experience is designed to engage adults and children alike. Known around the world as the home of NASA Mission Control, International Space Station Mission Control and astronaut training, guests are taken behind the scenes to see NASA Johnson Space Center. Space Center Houston is open every day except Christmas day.
429 locals recommend
Space Center Houston
1601 E NASA PkwySpace Center Houston is one of Houston’s top attractions, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center, Houston’s first Smithsonian Affiliate and a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence awardee. The center features more than 400 space artifacts as well as numerous permanent and traveling exhibits, attractions and theaters related to the exciting future and remarkable past of America’s human space-flight program – all for one admission price. The experience is designed to engage adults and children alike. Known around the world as the home of NASA Mission Control, International Space Station Mission Control and astronaut training, guests are taken behind the scenes to see NASA Johnson Space Center. Space Center Houston is open every day except Christmas day.
Galveston Island is a 30-mile-long island located to the southeast of Houston in the Gulf of Mexico. The island has several beach parks that run along its shores and are open to the public. Access to the gulf lends itself to a number of activities such as boating, fishing, and water sports.
411 locals recommend
Galveston
Galveston Island is a 30-mile-long island located to the southeast of Houston in the Gulf of Mexico. The island has several beach parks that run along its shores and are open to the public. Access to the gulf lends itself to a number of activities such as boating, fishing, and water sports.
Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge is a unique wildlife conservation area that consists of 34,000 acres of prairie and coastal marsh territory along the coast of Texas. The refuge, which was established in 1963, is supported largely by volunteers, who protect the area’s diverse wildlife so that it can be enjoyed and appreciated by visitors.
Those who visit Anahuac will find such species as alligators, fulvous whistling ducks, seaside sparrows, and even bobcats, whose environment is cared for all year round. Popular activities here include birdwatching, paddling, hiking, and photography. Rangers are available to lead tours as well as environmental education classes and seminars.
9 locals recommend
Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
4318 FM563Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge is a unique wildlife conservation area that consists of 34,000 acres of prairie and coastal marsh territory along the coast of Texas. The refuge, which was established in 1963, is supported largely by volunteers, who protect the area’s diverse wildlife so that it can be enjoyed and appreciated by visitors.
Those who visit Anahuac will find such species as alligators, fulvous whistling ducks, seaside sparrows, and even bobcats, whose environment is cared for all year round. Popular activities here include birdwatching, paddling, hiking, and photography. Rangers are available to lead tours as well as environmental education classes and seminars.
Village Creek State Park is a relaxing, family-friendly state park located just an hour-and-a-half outside Houston in Lumberton, Texas. The park lies alongside its namesake, Village Creek, which provides the ideal setting for a day out in the sun. The creek is equipped for swimming, hiking, geocaching, and canoeing, among other outdoor activities.
Fishing equipment can be rented for free there, and fishing is permitted along the creek without a license. The park has a mix of natural habitats, including wetlands, swamps, pinewood forests, and pine savannahs. With different species making their homes in each of these areas, the park is also an excellent spot for birdwatching and wildlife observation.
18 locals recommend
Village Creek State Park
8854 Park Rd 74Village Creek State Park is a relaxing, family-friendly state park located just an hour-and-a-half outside Houston in Lumberton, Texas. The park lies alongside its namesake, Village Creek, which provides the ideal setting for a day out in the sun. The creek is equipped for swimming, hiking, geocaching, and canoeing, among other outdoor activities.
Fishing equipment can be rented for free there, and fishing is permitted along the creek without a license. The park has a mix of natural habitats, including wetlands, swamps, pinewood forests, and pine savannahs. With different species making their homes in each of these areas, the park is also an excellent spot for birdwatching and wildlife observation.
Unlike many other state parks in the area around Houston, Brazos Bend is not a beachfront stretch of land. Still, there is much to see here, especially for nature lovers. Located only a short 50-minute drive from the city, this state park has several trails that allow visitors to take in the sights and sounds of the Texas wetlands.
77 locals recommend
Brazos Bend State Park
21901 Farm to Market Rd 762Unlike many other state parks in the area around Houston, Brazos Bend is not a beachfront stretch of land. Still, there is much to see here, especially for nature lovers. Located only a short 50-minute drive from the city, this state park has several trails that allow visitors to take in the sights and sounds of the Texas wetlands.
Known as the “Gateway to the Bay”, the city of Kemah is located along Galveston Bay and is most attractive to visitors for this very reason. The city has an entire entertainment district full of bayside restaurants and attractions geared towards tourists. Most notably, Kemah has a large boardwalk right on the bay with plenty of rides and other amusement park fun.
As one might expect, the boardwalk has classic arcade games, restaurants, shopping, and thrill rides, many of which overlook the water. Beyond the boardwalk, the city also offers carriage and boat rides and a spooky excursion through its haunted lighthouse district.
107 locals recommend
kemah
Known as the “Gateway to the Bay”, the city of Kemah is located along Galveston Bay and is most attractive to visitors for this very reason. The city has an entire entertainment district full of bayside restaurants and attractions geared towards tourists. Most notably, Kemah has a large boardwalk right on the bay with plenty of rides and other amusement park fun.
As one might expect, the boardwalk has classic arcade games, restaurants, shopping, and thrill rides, many of which overlook the water. Beyond the boardwalk, the city also offers carriage and boat rides and a spooky excursion through its haunted lighthouse district.
Sam Houston National Forest is one of Texas’s four national forests. Sam Houston covers a massive landmass of 163,037 acres of forest land, and it contains many different species of flora and fauna to be enjoyed by visitors and locals. The forest is packed with hiking trails and camping, boating, fishing, hunting, off-roading, and horseback riding are also allowed here.
The management supports these activities with a number of shelters, pavilions, and other facilities. The forest also protects a number of important bird species, including the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker, and provides a winter habitat for the national bird of the United States, the bald eagle.
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Sam Houston National Forest
394 FM 1375Sam Houston National Forest is one of Texas’s four national forests. Sam Houston covers a massive landmass of 163,037 acres of forest land, and it contains many different species of flora and fauna to be enjoyed by visitors and locals. The forest is packed with hiking trails and camping, boating, fishing, hunting, off-roading, and horseback riding are also allowed here.
The management supports these activities with a number of shelters, pavilions, and other facilities. The forest also protects a number of important bird species, including the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker, and provides a winter habitat for the national bird of the United States, the bald eagle.
Battleship Texas, just half an hour from Houston by car, is a historic battleship that sits in the Houston Ship Channel and welcomes guests to explore its decks. The battleship was active during both World War I and World War II and took part in several important battles.
Depending on their preferences, individuals can choose independent or guided tours that focus on a variety of different aspects of the ship. Located nearby is the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, where one can learn about the battle that took place here or enjoy a stroll or picnic out in the open air.
Battleship TEXAS Overnight Education Program
3527 Independence PkwyBattleship Texas, just half an hour from Houston by car, is a historic battleship that sits in the Houston Ship Channel and welcomes guests to explore its decks. The battleship was active during both World War I and World War II and took part in several important battles.
Depending on their preferences, individuals can choose independent or guided tours that focus on a variety of different aspects of the ship. Located nearby is the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, where one can learn about the battle that took place here or enjoy a stroll or picnic out in the open air.
Houston Premium Outlets® offers 145 designer and name-brand outlet stores including Armani Outlet, Burberry, Nike, Kate Spade New York and Tory Burch. We are conveniently located in northwest Houston off of U.S. Highway 290 West at Fairfield Place Drive; approximately 35 minutes from downtown Houston and the Galleria uptown district. Enjoy upscale outlet shopping at Houston's largest Outlets, and save up to 65 percent every day.
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Houston Premium Outlets
29300 Hempstead RdHouston Premium Outlets® offers 145 designer and name-brand outlet stores including Armani Outlet, Burberry, Nike, Kate Spade New York and Tory Burch. We are conveniently located in northwest Houston off of U.S. Highway 290 West at Fairfield Place Drive; approximately 35 minutes from downtown Houston and the Galleria uptown district. Enjoy upscale outlet shopping at Houston's largest Outlets, and save up to 65 percent every day.
Shopping
River Oaks District is an outdoor shopping complex of global luxury brands in Houston, Texas, comprising 252,000 square feet of retail space with boutique styled shops, restaurants, sidewalk cafes, and an iPic movie theater.
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River Oaks District
4444 Westheimer RdRiver Oaks District is an outdoor shopping complex of global luxury brands in Houston, Texas, comprising 252,000 square feet of retail space with boutique styled shops, restaurants, sidewalk cafes, and an iPic movie theater.
The Galleria, stylized theGalleria and also known as the Houston Galleria, is an upscale mixed-use urban development and shopping mall located in the Uptown District of Houston.
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The Galleria
5085 Westheimer RdThe Galleria, stylized theGalleria and also known as the Houston Galleria, is an upscale mixed-use urban development and shopping mall located in the Uptown District of Houston.
Traveler advice
Getting around
We are located 2 blocks from I 610
So where ever you are going I 610 will be a great option to take.
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Don't miss 19th Street
Stroll the streets of 19th – Lined with a jigsaw of boutiques, artsy stores, restaurants and thrift shops, historic 19th street is the shopping mecca of the Heights. ...
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White Linen Night
Since 2006, every year on the first Saturday of August, the folks of the Heights get together in their finest white clothing and participate in several activities to attract attention to their local businesses. Think of White Linen Night like a huge block party for a good cause. The event gets more and more engaging every year, with live music, art, and plenty of restaurants to dine in. The event is free and certain streets are blocked off, making it pedestrian friendly and a fantastic affair to take the family.