Location: Downtown
Top Things to do in Downtown
6 Nature & Parks in Downtown That You Shouldn't Miss
Houston hums with an energy and independent spirit all its own. A leading cultural and culinary destination in the South, the city is home to over 11,000 restaurants featuring cuisine from more than 70 countries. The thriving arts scene includes resident opera, ballet, symphony and theater companies. The Museum District houses 19 museums, all within walking distance. Be sure to visit Space Center Houston, where you can visit NASA’s Historic Mission Control at the Johnson Space Center.
Restaurants in Houston
1. Theatre Under The Stars
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
Outdoor Broadway shows put on in Hermann Park are very high quality with a big orchestra and lots of singers and dancers.
Reviewed By arod124 - Galveston, United States
This is our second time to see a show here and we loved it. Everyone of the staff is so helpful and nice. The theater is beautifully maintained. The orchestra and performers are so talented. Really a great time. We will be back.
2. Sam Houston Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Park containing seven historic homes, an oasis of antiquity in the heart of the bustling modern city.
Reviewed By AdriZaAst - Milan, Italy
It's really staggering to see the difference between the original houses of Houston and the new gigantic skyscrapers. This park does a good job of presenting some of the original housing through the years.
3. Discovery Green
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 864 reviews
This downtown park offers free yoga classes, movie nights and toddler story times. The park has a playground, spray fountain and Mist Tree, great for hot Houston days. Enjoy free WiFi and open air reading rooms, or borrow balls or games.
Reviewed By 135deisef
Discovery Green is a great area to spend quality time with your loved one. They have amazing different attractions that represent the heart and soul of Houston. It is often filled with art exhibits, live music, and other city events. Discovery Green even has a skating rink in the center of the park. There is plenty of room to walk or ride bikes with the family. There also have a dog park so that everyone in the family can have a good time. It is a fun and vibrant experience with uplifting community events and the amazing Houston scenery. Discovery green is located in the center of Houston, downtown and is located around a lot of delicious restaurants along with other great Houston attractions.
4. Downtown Aquarium
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2,537 reviews
Houston's Aquarium features sea life from around the world.
Reviewed By 160harveyh
This is a super place to visit while in downtown Houston. If you have small kids, then get there early and get the all day, all rides pass. The indoor part takes about an hour or less to see and then the rides and shark train await you. The shark train is the absolute highlight of your visit. Very interesting and fun. The food is ok for the price. Just remember to get there as early as you can and enjoy the rides as many times as you want with the all day pass.
