Guidebook for Houston
Arts & Culture
A tranquil meditative environment dedicated in 1971 as an intimate sanctuary available to people of every belief.
164 locals recommend
Rothko Chapel
3900 Yupon StA tranquil meditative environment dedicated in 1971 as an intimate sanctuary available to people of every belief.
Houstonian John Milkovisch worked through the late 1960s to transform his Houston home into the Beer Can House. It is a folk art monument to eccentricity and recycling.
75 locals recommend
Beer Can House
222 Malone StHoustonian John Milkovisch worked through the late 1960s to transform his Houston home into the Beer Can House. It is a folk art monument to eccentricity and recycling.
The River Oaks Theatre was built in 1939. It is an example of late-1930s Art Deco design. Now owned by Landmark Theatres, movies show daily.
77 locals recommend
Saint Cloud River Oaks
2020 W Gray StThe River Oaks Theatre was built in 1939. It is an example of late-1930s Art Deco design. Now owned by Landmark Theatres, movies show daily.
The Menil Collection is located about 1 mile south from our residence. It houses a wide range of early to mid-twentieth century works and an extensive collection of pop art and contemporary art.
491 locals recommend
The Menil Collection
1533 Sul Ross StThe Menil Collection is located about 1 mile south from our residence. It houses a wide range of early to mid-twentieth century works and an extensive collection of pop art and contemporary art.
Located in Houston's Museum District, the MFAH is a dynamic cultural complex comprising two gallery buildings, a sculpture garden, library, movie theater, two art schools, and two house museums.
979 locals recommend
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building
1001 Bissonnet StLocated in Houston's Museum District, the MFAH is a dynamic cultural complex comprising two gallery buildings, a sculpture garden, library, movie theater, two art schools, and two house museums.
The Contemporary Arts Museum – Houston is a not-for-profit institution in the Museum District, dedicated to presenting the contemporary art of our time to the public.
144 locals recommend
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
5216 Montrose BlvdThe Contemporary Arts Museum – Houston is a not-for-profit institution in the Museum District, dedicated to presenting the contemporary art of our time to the public.
This newly re-done from the ground up Art School is a sight to behold. The Glassell School of the Art is not only for Art students but for Art lovers. You can visit the gallery inside of the architecturally stunning space. The outside features a vertical garden park perfect for a picnic and stunning views of the city.
13 locals recommend
The Glassell School of Art
5101 Holcombe BlvdThis newly re-done from the ground up Art School is a sight to behold. The Glassell School of the Art is not only for Art students but for Art lovers. You can visit the gallery inside of the architecturally stunning space. The outside features a vertical garden park perfect for a picnic and stunning views of the city.
Sightseeing
The Heritage Society boasts 10 historic structures dating from 1823 to 1905. Each historic structure is authentically restored to reflect its original magnificence. Tours open daily!
18 locals recommend
The Heritage Society
1100 Bagby StThe Heritage Society boasts 10 historic structures dating from 1823 to 1905. Each historic structure is authentically restored to reflect its original magnificence. Tours open daily!
The Waugh Bridge Bat Colony consists of Mexican free-tailed bats. The emergence times are in the summer months and known only to the bats themselves. Try to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to sunset.
77 locals recommend
Waugh Drive Bat Colony
Waugh DriveThe Waugh Bridge Bat Colony consists of Mexican free-tailed bats. The emergence times are in the summer months and known only to the bats themselves. Try to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to sunset.
Food Scene
Modern Mexican fare & shaken margaritas prepared tableside star at this upscale Montrose spot. This is truly a Mexican restaurant dedicated to keeping the culture in its food.
160 locals recommend
Hugo's
1600 Westheimer RdModern Mexican fare & shaken margaritas prepared tableside star at this upscale Montrose spot. This is truly a Mexican restaurant dedicated to keeping the culture in its food.
Friendly neighborhood Restaurant located within walking distance of our residence. Voted best Sunday Brunch in Houston.
36 locals recommend
Baba Yega
2607 Grant StFriendly neighborhood Restaurant located within walking distance of our residence. Voted best Sunday Brunch in Houston.
This is literally the best Sushi restaurant in Houston. Filled with unique and tasty eats, it's easy to get carried away in over ordering. Come with friends, order everything and share!
219 locals recommend
Uchi
904 Westheimer RdThis is literally the best Sushi restaurant in Houston. Filled with unique and tasty eats, it's easy to get carried away in over ordering. Come with friends, order everything and share!
Cuchara
214 Fairview StThe best in Mexico City Cuisine and drinks.
Nice outdoor hang spot to watch your favorite game, chat with the locals and of course enjoy mouth watering burgers.
77 locals recommend
The Burger Joint
2703 Montrose BlvdNice outdoor hang spot to watch your favorite game, chat with the locals and of course enjoy mouth watering burgers.
Farm to table family style meals. Large in portions, great on your wallet.
104 locals recommend
The Hay Merchant
1100 Westheimer RdFarm to table family style meals. Large in portions, great on your wallet.
Great Thai coffee and small bites to pass time and watch the world go by.
64 locals recommend
Blacksmith
1018 Westheimer RdGreat Thai coffee and small bites to pass time and watch the world go by.
The nearest coffee shop you can walk to with a relaxed atmosphere.
16 locals recommend
Campesino Coffee House
2602 Waugh DrThe nearest coffee shop you can walk to with a relaxed atmosphere.
Niko Niko's
2520 Montrose BlvdA Montrose favorite for everything Greek.
Aladdin
912 Westheimer RdAnother Montrose Greek favorite, cafeteria style.
Rustic-chic cafe & bakery with acclaimed chefs creating sweet pastries & seasonal savory dishes.
194 locals recommend
Common Bond Café & Bakery
1706 Westheimer RdRustic-chic cafe & bakery with acclaimed chefs creating sweet pastries & seasonal savory dishes.
Artsy hangout for coffee, sandwiches & salads with a relaxed vibe & live music performances.
123 locals recommend
Brasil
2604 Dunlavy StArtsy hangout for coffee, sandwiches & salads with a relaxed vibe & live music performances.
American eats reign supreme (think huge breakfasts & rich desserts) inside a renovated gas station. Also great for Lunch and Dinner.
87 locals recommend
Empire Café
1732 Westheimer RdAmerican eats reign supreme (think huge breakfasts & rich desserts) inside a renovated gas station. Also great for Lunch and Dinner.
Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.
179 locals recommend
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
3217 Montrose BlvdVibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.
Also know as Les Noodle. Modern, pint-size haunt serving Vietnamese breakfast, pho, banh mi sandwiches & coffees.
25 locals recommend
LES BA'GET
1717 Montrose BlvdAlso know as Les Noodle. Modern, pint-size haunt serving Vietnamese breakfast, pho, banh mi sandwiches & coffees.
Torchys Tacos
2411 S Shepherd DrMmmmm Taco's
Velvet Taco
4819 Washington AveMmmm Taco's
Drinks & Nightlife
Montrose bar with artsy vibe offers wine, cocktails, thin-crust pizzas & plenty of outdoor seating.
159 locals recommend
Boheme
307 Fairview StMontrose bar with artsy vibe offers wine, cocktails, thin-crust pizzas & plenty of outdoor seating.
Classy, bi-level venue offering craft cocktails, light bites & an outdoor terrace with cozy cabanas.
24 locals recommend
Rosemont
2750 Grant StClassy, bi-level venue offering craft cocktails, light bites & an outdoor terrace with cozy cabanas.
Funky, no-frills nightspot with celebrated DJs, a chill lounge area & bar fare in a converted house.
43 locals recommend
The FLAT
1701 Commonwealth StFunky, no-frills nightspot with celebrated DJs, a chill lounge area & bar fare in a converted house.
Expansive patio bar offering regional Mexican & Tex-Mex dishes, plus craft beers & cocktails.
47 locals recommend
La Grange
2517 Ralph StExpansive patio bar offering regional Mexican & Tex-Mex dishes, plus craft beers & cocktails.
Airy, contemporary hangout showcasing a variety of tacos & bourbons, plus live country music.
11 locals recommend
Goodnight Charlie's
2531 Kuester StAiry, contemporary hangout showcasing a variety of tacos & bourbons, plus live country music.
Tacos & late-night nachos go with tequila cocktails & soccer matches on TV at this Mexican hangout.
22 locals recommend
Pistolero's
1517 Westheimer RdTacos & late-night nachos go with tequila cocktails & soccer matches on TV at this Mexican hangout.
Laid-back local hub serving classic grub & lots of beer plus open-mike & music, darts & billiards.
39 locals recommend
Rudyard's British Pub and Grill
2010 Waugh DrLaid-back local hub serving classic grub & lots of beer plus open-mike & music, darts & billiards.
Parks & Nature
This expansive park stretches from one end of the city all the way to down town. Enjoy the scenic walking and running trails, events and the numerous destination stops along the way that his park has to offer.
549 locals recommend
Buffalo Bayou Park
Memorial DriveThis expansive park stretches from one end of the city all the way to down town. Enjoy the scenic walking and running trails, events and the numerous destination stops along the way that his park has to offer.
Enjoy a very relaxed and very cozy park to hang out with the locals. It's also part of the Menil Collection that has historic and wonderful art pieces from around the world.
49 locals recommend
Menil Park
1423 Branard StEnjoy a very relaxed and very cozy park to hang out with the locals. It's also part of the Menil Collection that has historic and wonderful art pieces from around the world.
Second to NY City, this park is the largest in Houston. Numerous events are held here and it is a top destination from people all over the world. Get lost in the Japanese garden, the observatory, outdoor performance theatre and take a ride on a paddle boat in it's tranquil lake.
51 locals recommend
Hermann Park Conservancy
1700 Hermann DrSecond to NY City, this park is the largest in Houston. Numerous events are held here and it is a top destination from people all over the world. Get lost in the Japanese garden, the observatory, outdoor performance theatre and take a ride on a paddle boat in it's tranquil lake.
Houston's outdoor enthusiasts love Memorial Park. It has a graveled 3 miles loop running trail that all of Houston loves to walk and run on. It also has a public golf course, tennis center and pool. Across the street is where you can ride bikes in it's numerous hiking and bike trails that lead you deep into nature.
279 locals recommend
Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park
Houston's outdoor enthusiasts love Memorial Park. It has a graveled 3 miles loop running trail that all of Houston loves to walk and run on. It also has a public golf course, tennis center and pool. Across the street is where you can ride bikes in it's numerous hiking and bike trails that lead you deep into nature.
Shopping
You can literally find anything here in the Houston Galleria. From small name stays to high end designer labels, this is the place to splurge.
1869 locals recommend
The Galleria
5085 Westheimer RdYou can literally find anything here in the Houston Galleria. From small name stays to high end designer labels, this is the place to splurge.
Walk around in one of Houston's most pristine and oldest shopping centers. Small cafe's, restaurants and even a Houston protected theatre to catch new indie movies.
112 locals recommend
River Oaks Shopping Center
1964 W Gray StWalk around in one of Houston's most pristine and oldest shopping centers. Small cafe's, restaurants and even a Houston protected theatre to catch new indie movies.
Highland village is the who's who of shopping centers. Filled with local and high end designer shops and names, it's easy to spend a day walking around just window shopping.
129 locals recommend
Highland Village
4055 Westheimer RdHighland village is the who's who of shopping centers. Filled with local and high end designer shops and names, it's easy to spend a day walking around just window shopping.
Entertainment & Activities
High end dining and drinks, while you watch a new attraction reclined on a comfy sofa chair, blanket and pillow. Who also doesn't love free popcorn!?
142 locals recommend
IPIC - Houston
4444 Westheimer RdHigh end dining and drinks, while you watch a new attraction reclined on a comfy sofa chair, blanket and pillow. Who also doesn't love free popcorn!?