The Nature Discovery Center/Russ Pitman Park feels like an enchanted forest inside a quiet Bellaire neighborhood. Take some time away from the hustle and bustle of the city life to experience a 4-acre pocket oasis within Houston! Should I call this park Nature Discovery Center or Russ Pitman Park? From the signs posted inside the park, Nature Discovery Center and […]
Little Thicket Park, located in the Heights, is a 10.6 acre slice of nature. There is a small wooden deck to relax at as well as a small basketball court and swings. The park is a good place to take a short stroll or observe nature for a few minutes. The trails here overlook a small creek and there is […]
West 11th Street Park is a surprising gem in the heart of the Heights! What to know before visiting: Bring good shoes. There were some muddy areas along the trails despite the fact that it had not recently rained in a while. The park is located in the middle of the neighborhood and there is plenty of street parking nearby. […]
Menil Park is the large field that is right next to the Menil Museum. If you’re into arts and have not been to The Menil Collection, I highly recommend you check out this FREE museum. Make sure you reserve tickets during the pandemic. After the museum, spend some time outdoors at the Menil Park. This a great spot for a […]
Mandell Park is a small, 1.22 acre park located within the Montrose District. Since it’s located on the corner of a busy intersection – off Richmond Ave and Mandell St, it can be a bit loud here. It’s not as calm and tranquil as I had initially expected, but the park is good for a casual stroll. This one will […]
This is a secret button hidden within the Houston Theater Arts District by Sesquicentennial park that makes bubbles in Houston’s Buffalo Bayou. This is one of the quirky, less known Houston attractions. Part of the fun is the adventure to find the secret button – hidden within a column on the Preston St bridge. I would recommend coming here with […]
Discovery Green is our favorite urban park! At approximately 12 acres, it is a good one to spend an hour or two at. Attractions include a small lake (which offers kayaking in the summer and ice skating in the winter), restaurants, plenty of seating, a walking trail, art installation and a calendar of events. Pro tip for parking: parking here […]
The Houston Police Officers Memorial is a unique architectural structure and cool photo op that is not well-known in Houston. If you come during the day, there’s plenty of greenspace around the area. Spend a few hours enjoying the great outdoors at Buffalo Bayou Park while you’re out. The monument is also well lit at night and looks pretty […]
If you’re feeling a little morbid, but want to check out something unique and serene, Glenwood Cemetery is a good place to check out. It feels weird to visit a cemetery for fun, but this place is so gorgeous it’s worth it. We didn’t get out and instead drove around in our car admiring the sculptures, tombs, gravestones and dates […]
The Waugh Drive Bat Colony is one of Houston’s many hidden treasures. People don’t realize that Houston has a bat colony, just like Austin. Spread the word Houstonians! There’s plenty to do in this city if you know where to look. This is a fun free thing to do on an evening. Enjoy a walk through a park and see […]