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Mai's was the first Vietnamese restaurant in Houston (1978) and has been a local favorite since. It is a great spot for authentic Vietnamese, it’s vegetarian friendly, has a full bar, and is open late.
86 locals recommend
Mai's Restaurant
3403 Milam StMai's was the first Vietnamese restaurant in Houston (1978) and has been a local favorite since. It is a great spot for authentic Vietnamese, it’s vegetarian friendly, has a full bar, and is open late.
Texas's oldest craft brewery serving up cold beverages and pub grub.
291 locals recommend
Saint Arnold Brewing Company
2000 Lyons AveTexas's oldest craft brewery serving up cold beverages and pub grub.
Cold beers with a fun atmosphere, Karback Brewery has a full restaurant, fresh brews, and a great patio.
115 locals recommend
Karbach Brewing
2032 Karbach StCold beers with a fun atmosphere, Karback Brewery has a full restaurant, fresh brews, and a great patio.
If you are visiting from a place where authentic Mexican cuisine is not available, you need to head to Nifas for the real deal. Their fajitas are amazing, and their margaritas are legendary
265 locals recommend
The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
2704 Navigation BlvdIf you are visiting from a place where authentic Mexican cuisine is not available, you need to head to Nifas for the real deal. Their fajitas are amazing, and their margaritas are legendary
A generous serving of Nashville style Hot Chicken Sandwiches is always a good option
26 locals recommend
Mico's Hot Chicken
1603 North Durham DriveA generous serving of Nashville style Hot Chicken Sandwiches is always a good option
Soul Food cooked up Houston Style. Not a healthy option but a delicious choice non the less. Its a great option for delivery via Uber Eats
9 locals recommend
Esther's Cajun Cafe & Soul Food
5007 Yale StSoul Food cooked up Houston Style. Not a healthy option but a delicious choice non the less. Its a great option for delivery via Uber Eats
A must stop spot for Houston travelers! The lines can be long but they move fast. It is worth the wait!
277 locals recommend
Turkey Leg Hut
4830 Almeda RoadA must stop spot for Houston travelers! The lines can be long but they move fast. It is worth the wait!
The best BBQ in Houston Texas! The lines are very long so it will eat up most of your day but if you love BBQ, this is a must stop shop. They sell by the pound and both the brisket and ribs are legendary.
84 locals recommend
Killen's Barbecue
3613 E Broadway StThe best BBQ in Houston Texas! The lines are very long so it will eat up most of your day but if you love BBQ, this is a must stop shop. They sell by the pound and both the brisket and ribs are legendary.
If you aren't from Texas, Whataburger is a must. It was founded in Corpus Christi back in 1950 and remains a go to spot for good old fashioned burgers and fry's. Its also open 24 hours!
106 locals recommend
Whataburger
3712 S Shepherd DrIf you aren't from Texas, Whataburger is a must. It was founded in Corpus Christi back in 1950 and remains a go to spot for good old fashioned burgers and fry's. Its also open 24 hours!
Best beef fajitas hands down! A family owned chain that originated in Houston in 1983. Great Margs!
93 locals recommend
Lupe Tortilla
1511 Shepherd DrBest beef fajitas hands down! A family owned chain that originated in Houston in 1983. Great Margs!
The Breakfast Klub
3711 Travis StOne of, if not THE, best brunch spot in Houston.
Luce Coffee Roasters
1717 W 34th StSightseeing
Houston is home to one of the best Art Museums in North America. If you are planning on visiting multiple tourist attractions on your visit, we recommend getting a City Pass (https://www.citypass.com/houston) – It will save you money!
979 locals recommend
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building
1001 Bissonnet StHouston is home to one of the best Art Museums in North America. If you are planning on visiting multiple tourist attractions on your visit, we recommend getting a City Pass (https://www.citypass.com/houston) – It will save you money!
Permanent exhibits include gigantic dinosaur fossils, planetarium, butterfly exhibit, and much more. Be sure to visit their website so you don’t miss out any special traveling exhibits
863 locals recommend
The Houston Museum of Natural Science
5555 Hermann Park DrPermanent exhibits include gigantic dinosaur fossils, planetarium, butterfly exhibit, and much more. Be sure to visit their website so you don’t miss out any special traveling exhibits
Great place to walk around and enjoy the scenery. Located close to the museum district, it’s a great way to burn some time between events.
586 locals recommend
Hermann Park
6001 Fannin StGreat place to walk around and enjoy the scenery. Located close to the museum district, it’s a great way to burn some time between events.
Bustling family museum with a wealth of hands-on activities such as a Bubble Lab & a Tot Spot.
377 locals recommend
Children's Museum of Houston
1500 Binz StBustling family museum with a wealth of hands-on activities such as a Bubble Lab & a Tot Spot.
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.
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’s a dream come true for anyone who devours information about space travel and related subjects. You can see legendary sites like NASA Mission Control and learn alongside your kids.
429 locals recommend
Space Center Houston
1601 E NASA PkwyIt’s a dream come true for anyone who devours information about space travel and related subjects. You can see legendary sites like NASA Mission Control and learn alongside your kids.
Many great outdoor activities can be had at Discovery Green. Most of the events held at discovery green are free so be sure to check out their website to see if anything is going on while you're here
933 locals recommend
Discovery Green
1500 McKinney StMany great outdoor activities can be had at Discovery Green. Most of the events held at discovery green are free so be sure to check out their website to see if anything is going on while you're here
Buffalo Bayou Park is a 2.3 mile long municipal park located along the banks of the Buffalo Bayou near Downtown. A nice place for a jog or bike ride.
549 locals recommend
Buffalo Bayou Park
Memorial DriveBuffalo Bayou Park is a 2.3 mile long municipal park located along the banks of the Buffalo Bayou near Downtown. A nice place for a jog or bike ride.
Entertainment
Indoor Paint Balling, air conditioned fun to have on days when its too hot to be outside.
Splat Zone Indoor Paintball
11260 Hempstead RoadIndoor Paint Balling, air conditioned fun to have on days when its too hot to be outside.
Rooftop Cinema Club
1700 Post Oak BlvdWatching a movie outdoors whilst on a rooftop is a fun option
If you are in the mood for shopping / people watching then the Galleria is a must. They have all the high end stores, ice skating, and fine dining.
1869 locals recommend
The Galleria
5085 Westheimer RdIf you are in the mood for shopping / people watching then the Galleria is a must. They have all the high end stores, ice skating, and fine dining.
Visit their website for schedules, we often go as a family to the symphony for kids. The kids love it!
52 locals recommend
Houston Symphony at Jones Hall
615 Louisiana StVisit their website for schedules, we often go as a family to the symphony for kids. The kids love it!
This is a great place to walk around, watch a performance, and get some great food. Located downtown so its easy to get around. Visit their web site for show listings
91 locals recommend
Theater District
This is a great place to walk around, watch a performance, and get some great food. Located downtown so its easy to get around. Visit their web site for show listings
If you are lucky enough to be in Houston between between late February through March then the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a MUST! We go every year and always have a great time. Visit their website for available concerts and don't skip out on the Texas State fair outside the venue.
19 locals recommend
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Boardroom
3 NRG PkwyIf you are lucky enough to be in Houston between between late February through March then the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a MUST! We go every year and always have a great time. Visit their website for available concerts and don't skip out on the Texas State fair outside the venue.
Largest rooftop in America with views of downtown Houston! The old Barbara Jordan Post office was transformed into a hub for food, culture, and entertainment!
117 locals recommend
POST Houston
401 Franklin StLargest rooftop in America with views of downtown Houston! The old Barbara Jordan Post office was transformed into a hub for food, culture, and entertainment!
Houston Premium Outlets
29300 Hempstead RdSupermarket
A Texas only grocery store that will have great quality products on anything and everything you might need for your next meal!
31 locals recommend
H-E-B
2300 N Shepherd DrA Texas only grocery store that will have great quality products on anything and everything you might need for your next meal!
A grocery store for those ultra healthy looking for a wide selection of organic foods.
27 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market 365
101 N Loop WA grocery store for those ultra healthy looking for a wide selection of organic foods.
The city’s oldest and largest farmers market. Has exotic herbs/spices and a great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables!
21 locals recommend
The Houston Farmers Market
2520 Airline DrThe city’s oldest and largest farmers market. Has exotic herbs/spices and a great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables!
Self Care
Palazzio Nail Lounge
Relaxing, clean experience!
Milano Nail Spa
Houstonian Trellis Spa
111 N Post Oak Lnmilk + honey spa | River Oaks
2800 Kirby DrThe NOW Massage Houston Heights
Traveler advice
Ways to save
Houston City Pass
If you plan on visiting 3 or more attractions, you should consider using the Houston City Pass. You can visit their web site for details. This investment will save you over 40% off of regular pricing.