Parks & Nature
Sylvan Beach
Armand Bayou Nature Center
8500 Bay Area BlvdThis is actually more of an outdoor museum and art exhibit than your typical park!
It's described as a whimsical, fanciful green space featuring an amphitheater, memory wall, meditation area, covered pavilion, swings and an interactive sculpture, each adorned with elaborate mosaic work created out of recycled and found materials designed and executed by local artists and those interested in exploring their own creative potential.
33 locals recommend
Smither Park
2441 Munger StThis is actually more of an outdoor museum and art exhibit than your typical park!
It's described as a whimsical, fanciful green space featuring an amphitheater, memory wall, meditation area, covered pavilion, swings and an interactive sculpture, each adorned with elaborate mosaic work created out of recycled and found materials designed and executed by local artists and those interested in exploring their own creative potential.
Sightseeing
Johnson Space Center
2101 E NASA PkwyThis is a blast to tour!! Modestly priced admission makes it a must-see!
75 locals recommend
Beer Can House
222 Malone StThis is a blast to tour!! Modestly priced admission makes it a must-see!
Arts & Culture
Pasadena Little Theater
4318 Allen-Genoa RdThe Music Box Theater
12777 Colquitt StThis LOVELY museum is free admission but doesn't skimp on the quality of their exhibits!!
491 locals recommend
The Menil Collection
1533 Sul Ross StThis LOVELY museum is free admission but doesn't skimp on the quality of their exhibits!!
This seasonal, outdoor art installation is over 3,000 sq ft of offbeat, quirky art including a wishing well, pond & oasis.
Their hours are limited so be sure and check . . . but it's right next to Smither Park - a must see!
37 locals recommend
The Orange Show
2401 Munger StThis seasonal, outdoor art installation is over 3,000 sq ft of offbeat, quirky art including a wishing well, pond & oasis.
Their hours are limited so be sure and check . . . but it's right next to Smither Park - a must see!
Everything Else
Galveston
Entertainment & Activities
Kemah Boardwalk
215 Kipp AveCinemark Hollywood Movies 20
2101 TX-8 BeltwayTopgolf
21401 Gulf FwyDave & Buster's
7620 Katy FwyiT'Z Family, Food, & Fun- Pasadena
5950 Fairmont PkwyMain Event Webster
1125 Magnolia AveSchlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark
2109 Gene Lucas BlvdGalveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
2501 Seawall BlvdFood Scene
This is an iconic restaurant while remaining local and authentic, it provides fantastic Chinese cuisine.
If you find yourself in downtown Houston you must stop by and try their egg rolls!
China Garden Restaurant
1602 Leeland StThis is an iconic restaurant while remaining local and authentic, it provides fantastic Chinese cuisine.
If you find yourself in downtown Houston you must stop by and try their egg rolls!
Very quaint location right on the water in an out-of-the way location! Perfect for a late afternoon drive to see the sights and stay until nighttime to see the lights on the water.
Bubba's Shrimp Palace
113 6th StVery quaint location right on the water in an out-of-the way location! Perfect for a late afternoon drive to see the sights and stay until nighttime to see the lights on the water.
If you want classic Vietnamese & Chinese dishes like egg rolls, soft shell crab & dumplings, this place can accommodate large groups.
31 locals recommend
Kim Son
2001 Jefferson StIf you want classic Vietnamese & Chinese dishes like egg rolls, soft shell crab & dumplings, this place can accommodate large groups.
Any one of the GRINGO'S locations would be a great destination!!!
10 locals recommend
Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen
12348 Gulf FwyAny one of the GRINGO'S locations would be a great destination!!!
Family owned and full of flavor!!!
Closed on Sundays (To go to church and for family time! :)
Las Hadas Mexican Restaurant
2428 Center StFamily owned and full of flavor!!!
Closed on Sundays (To go to church and for family time! :)
Bone Daddy's House of Smoke
19901 Gulf FwyBe sure and try their oh-so-slightly spicy Bar-B-Que sauce!
Essentials
H-E-B
3501 Clear Lake City Blvd