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Gerald D Hines Waterwall Park

4.4 (267 reviews)
Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Doreen T.

A fantastic photo spot in downtown Houston! This giant waterfall fountain is especially refreshing on a hot, humid day, the mist and breeze offer a brief but welcome cooldown. As tourists, we initially parked in a paid lot, but later realized it's just a short walk from the Galleria Mall, where parking is free. We ended up heading there afterward for a bit of shopping anyway. The Waterwall is located right next to a towering skyscraper, making for a stunning backdrop in your photos. It can get a little busy with other visitors, but everyone was friendly and happy to help each other snap some great shots. Definitely worth a stop when in Houston.

Joyce K.

I have been to this small park several times. With the Houston heat and humidity during the summer... passing by you always feel a cool refreshing breeze from the pressure of the water. It is a nice spot for pictures. The last time when I went on side of it was open and the other side closed for renovation Every time I am in Houston and staying around the Galleria I will still walk by it just for the fun of it

Victoria B.

Beautiful attraction in Houston. Great for pictures and you can enjoy lunch on the lawn and take in the views. Right next to the mall and you can park in the parking garage nearby or off the street. Definitely worth the visit while here.

Adrienne M.

What a beautiful fountain in the Uptown District of Houston! Perfect for photos, as I took many, haha! Known for being a popular backdrop for weddings, graduations, birthday photos, etc. Your hair and outfit will get damp so make sure you dress accordingly! If you're looking for a bathroom nearby your best bet is to walk over to the mall.

Jai G.

This was one of our first sightseeing activities upon arrival to Houston after a move from a *much* more outdoorsy city. The idea of an artificial waterfall was fairly unappealing, to say the least. Nonetheless, the Waterwall made it's way onto so many "must see" lists for Houston. We were not disappointed. For an artificial installation, this is quite the grand artificial landmark. The immense amount of required water is a bit heart wrenching if you spend too much time considering the environmental impact, yet the majesty of this is awe-inspiring. This is definitely worth a stop (and pro-tip: find free parking nearby, away from the dedicated parking garage, if you are willing to walk a few extra minutes).

Tim T.

Very cool monument/site with flowing water and next to a very tall building. Unfortunately, the main attraction with the waterfalls in a Coliseum structure were turned off, but the south side borders were working and had waterfalls running. Definitely recommended for checking out and a top IG or Instagrammable spot in Houston!

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Megan V.

Waterwall Park is such a mesmerizing free attraction. Something as simple as a waterwall keeps you watching and walking all around it. We wanted a free tourist attraction while on vacation and this is the perfect spot. Great place to take photos as well as videos. It wasn't too busy when we were there, plenty of space all around for the perfect selfie. Looks like this is also a popular spot for locals to take special occasion photos. While we were there we saw 3 different parties taking Quinceañera photos. Also a great spot to sit, relax, and people watch all day long.

Danny N.

This is a cool place to check out when you're in Houston! You can park near the mall area and walk a couple blocks to it. Very picturesque! Come close and you might get wet! Must stop! Come check it out!

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Rose R.

It was a pretty view! Quiet area. Some were reading when walking around. But the water fall was not operating. So didn't get to see it in action but still beautiful to see.

Cat N.

Nice but can get crowded. If you're in the area then it's worth checking out. It's free but you gotta pay to park. I think its like $3 for 30 minutes parking in the structure. I find 30 minutes to be enough time though. While out in Houston I visited this place twice. Both times were nice. The second time I took my parents and they seemed to really enjoyed it.

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Gellie E.

We stopped by on a Saturday afternoon for a quick photo op. It's worth the trip! There's paid garages nearby. The high waterfall walls are grand as the water cascades around you. It's a sight to see and it starts to look like an illusion if you look closely. It is misty near the walls, so beware on a cold day. It can also get crowded, but people are typically only there for a short time to snap some pictures and move on. They're generally respectful to give you the space for your photos and willing to help out if you need to borrow a photographer. Behind the waterfalls is an open park area, opposite the Williams Tower (an office building that reflects the sky, so go on a blue sky day with some clouds for a stunning pic). Children were running around and enjoying themselves on the lawn on a sunny day. This is a great hangout spot for the locals and a must-see for tourists alike.

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Troy S.

Definitely a unique feature. It is pretty busy with everybody trying to get a selfie. I suppose that depends on the time a day. You'll have to park in a parking ramp adjacent to the park since there is no street parking. 15 or 20 minutes is probably enough. There's not a whole lot else to see in that immediate area. The water feature itself is very cool.

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Annabelle R.

This park is simple, yet amazing. A large rectangular field of grass is lined by beautiful trees on two sides, and on one end is the magnificent Williams Tower reaching for the sky, and at the other end is the 64-foot waterwall fountain, with constant water plunging toward the ground, 11,000 gallons to be exact. Photos don't do this monument justice. The experience of walking along the curve of waterwall's semi-circle, standing next to the falling water up close is just special and feels incredible, and I'm not talking about the sprinkles of water that create a mist and dampen your skin and clothing, rather a peaceful and soothing feeling created by the white noise coming from the structure. And the longer you stare at the waterwall, you almost start to feel like you are floating or in another world, everything around you just disappears. If I lived here, I would definitely come here often. Besides the waterwall, there's so much open space for picnicking at the park and lots to appreciate about the nature around you (on the outer side of the waterwall, there is even a forest of seemingly endless trees). We parked in the Galleria parking lot for free about 1-2 blocks away on a Monday morning (MLK holiday), but I'm not sure if it's always free, since I'm unfamiliar with this area and city.

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Great photo ops here and perfect place to cool down with the mist from the hot humid temps in Houston.

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Buffalo Bayou Park

4.5(331 reviews)
6.4 miDowntown

The Houston Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park is not only an amazing piece of Houston history but also…read morea wonderful structure to tour. In a city that is known for tearing down and paving over so much of our history, it is wonderful that this was saved and has been made into a place that visitors can visit and experience. I went with some friends from Kingwood on a Photo Walk of the area, we were lucky that the light and sound experience was still going on, each column in the cistern has LED lighting that changes to the tune of some aethereal music playing silently, the acoustics of the cistern make it sound so beautiful and mesmerizing. When you purchase your ticket online you choose one of the available times, upon entry they give you 30 minutes, the time passed quickly. Be ready if you are taking pictures or better yet, a video. Smart phones work great but you might consider turning off auto focus and just focusing manually if you know how because when it gets dark for a moment and then the lights come on most cameras auto focus has to search for focus so it goes in and out of focus. When you leave, there is a skateboard park up above and worth some time for taking pictures of the acrobatic skating going on.

What a time we had at this fabulous event. The weather was bad earlier that day so by the time we…read morearrived it was still a little bit damp. The event was called Diner en Blanc an all white exclusive event, with pictures, food, live bands, fashion shows and more. Their catering was ok but for 100 pp for food is a hard no for me. The group we were with was ok had higher hopes but that's the ultra friendly side of me talking It was at buffalo bayou park but because of the rain lots of people (Angela) clothes were filthy There was nothing missed, our people showed up and showed out. The live band was very good, music for all age groups. Now our people forget what copy paper white looks like, they clearly said no off white, beige, cream, egg shell but they had all shades of whitish

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Houston Astrodome - Outside

Houston Astrodome

4.9(9 reviews)
4.6 miMedical Center

The Astrodome was one of a kind. Literally, the first one. This is obviously a review of times…read morepast. But it can be a review of times present. Presently, the Dome sits majestically on the south Houston plains as a monument to Houston sports past. And frankly, the birth of Sports in the city. Like Plymouth Rock or the Gateway Arch, it represents the beginning of greatness in the now fourth largest city in the United States. The authorities can't bear to bring it down nor should they. It's our history. Lives. It sits there in the shadow of the current Houston football stadium just like a withering parent sits watching his or her son or daughter dominate their industry. It was the birth of greatness in sports. Born in 1965, it represented everything right with the City of Houston. Forward thinking. Innovative. Air Conditioned. It set the tone for what the city would thrive on for the next half century and beyond. She hasn't seen a competitive athletic event or meaningful show in 20 years. As technology moved forward, much like our aging parents stuck to landlines and paper bills in the mail, she didn't want to let go of her old-world charm. To the point where, it just was what it was. Now we must let her reign over our city in her authority. We owe too much. It was home to Houston's sports teams: The Houston Astros. The Houston Oilers. The Houston Gamblers. The Houston Cougars. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The people and historic events the Astrodome witnessed is a who's who of 20th Century American culture. Muhammed Ali. Elvis Presley. Michael Jordan. Hank Aaron. Willie Mays. Mickey Mantle. Satchell Paige. Earl Cambell. Nolan Ryan. Craig Biggio. Jeff Bagwell. Andre Ware. The Final Four. The NBA and MLB All Star Games. Evel Knievel. The Rolling Stones. Judy Garland. The Jackson Five. Selena. U2. The Jonas Brothers. The Battle of the Sexes. Wrestlemania. The 1992 Republican National Convention. The Game of the Century (Houston Cougars vs. UCLA Bruins). I could go on. It hosted movies/videos like Bad News Bears. Friday Night Lights. And U2. The technology advancements were incredible. The roof started it. Astroturf followed. Dome visionary Judge Roy Hofheinz Penthouse Suite owners box was an amusement park in and of itself with a carousel, bowling alley, pinball machines, and more. Which led to a whole complex of entertainment in the vicinity, including Astroworld, hotels, and show space for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Don't ever let this place be razed. It means too much. #ForTheH

Just wanted to write a review for the old school memories. I was a Houstonian back in the 70s to…read more80's. What a place that was. From watching the Oilers, Astros, circus and the stock show it was an awesome place for a kid. A story came across my phone talking about what will become of that event center. Says there will be an event center there, hotel, and the common ideas people have for a place like that. It's to bad it can't be converted into a new wonder of the world. My idea would be the largest green house/lab in the world that college ag programs could get a use of as well as providing essential supply and knowledge for our farms. It can be used to manufacture seed for farms, fertilizer, etc. Also rains a lot in Houston so It could have indoor and outdoor fish farms. It really could be a viable resource build for our countries food security as well as for the ag students and studies for tomorrows generation. Well at the end, I'm glad it's staying up right and not turning into a land fill of boxes and forgot storage.

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Beer Can House

Beer Can House

4.0(98 reviews)
3.1 miRice Military, The Heights

The Beer Can House in Houston is one of my favorite places to take out-of-town guests because it's…read moreso unique to the city. This folk art style house, located in the Rice Military neighborhood, is covered in beer cans, bottles, and pull tabs, making it kind of a Houston landmark. The project was started by John Milkovisch, who, along with his wife Mary, saved empty beer cans for 17 years. While it may not have started as an artistic endeavor, it definitely became one. Ripley's Believe It or Not estimated that over 50,000 beer cans were used, though a more detailed count by a restoration team puts it closer to 30,000. Honestly, I don't know how many cans there are--but the sheer scale and creativity of it make the place undeniably unique and interesting. The Beer Can House is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 4 PM, and admission is free, which makes it an easy and fun stop. Walking around, you can see how every detail is covered in some form of recycled beer material. It's whimsical, creative, and just so quirky. If you're looking for something different to do in Houston, this is a must-see. It's a great mix of folk art, local culture, and a testament to how even the most ordinary materials can be transformed into something extraordinary. Love it!

"I was here" that's basically it, I love these Roadside Oddities and Attractions just as people…read morehave done since the invention of the automobile so when I'm close to one of them and have the time I usually check them out. There's no need to rehash the history of this one it's been been done a number of times and seems accurate and if the stories are embellished who cares. I was in Houston on business and I finally took the time to check out a few of these attractions, unfortunately this one is only open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays so I did my viewing from the sidewalk. This house is located in a residential neighborhood so if you choose to visit respect the very restricted side of the road parking and the speed limit - the City of Houston has provided a few speed bumps as a reminder if you're not paying attention. I thought it was worth the short detour and my time, I was able to view the front and side of the property without very much effort and of course respected the limited access without trespassing. There's no doubt this guy loved his beer and had a aberrant talent, I can imagine that most of his creativity came after drinking a twelve pack sitting in a lawn chair in the front yard, it was definitely a labor of love (a love of drinking beer) and he was likely a pioneer in recycling...

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Beer Can House - The original refrigerator that was given to the owners when they moved in.

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The original refrigerator that was given to the owners when they moved in.

Cullen Sculpture Garden - The Bird and The Bean

Cullen Sculpture Garden

4.3(58 reviews)
4.2 miMuseum District

This sculpture garden is managed by the MFAH although it is free, unlike the MFAH…read more It's relatively small but has quite a few pieces by famous artists like Rodin, Bourgeois, Matisse, and more. There is also Houston's version of the Chicago Bean (created by the same artist). There are a few places to sit and have lunch. I probably wouldn't come here as a stand-alone destination as it's small. However, it's a perfect addendum to either the MFAH or the Contemporary Art Museum across the street. Parking: You can certainly pay to park in the MFAH garage (5101 Montrose). However, there is free street parking in the area if you take the time to look and don't mind walking a couple blocks. For instance, Bayard Lane has free 3-hour parking (behind The Story Church). There are other streets with similar restrictions -- just pay attention to signs.

The Cullen Sculpture Garden was one of the first few spots I visited when exploring Houston after…read moremoving here and I've been back several times since. The garden is situated right next to the Kinder Building and Glassell School of Art at the MFAH, on the corner of Montrose and Bissonnet Streets. While located at a major intersection of the Museum District, it's tucked tastefully behind an unassuming wall, making it easy to miss while driving by but pleasantly tranquil while inside. The garden has a large number of contemporary and classical pieces by several notable 20th and 21st century artists, such as Louise Bourgeois and Henri Matisse. One of the most popular sculptures is the Cloud Column, a 30-foot reflective steel bean shaped column designed by Anish Kapoor, the same artist who created the famous Chicago bean. This sculpture is a fantastic center to take photos from any angle. The space is designed with a number of low walls to create a natural separation between the pieces but still making it easy for visitors to wander around without a defined path. The garden is completely free to visit and has a number of small tables to sit down, relax, and immerse yourself in the visual experience.

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The Bird by Miro and the Bean (Cloud Column) by Kapoor

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Adam by Emile-Antoine Bourdelle

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Emancipation Park

Emancipation Park

4.2(32 reviews)
5.7 miThird Ward

I love Third Ward, especially its history rooted in Emancipation Park. The recent Juneteenth…read moreFestival held there was overflowing with Black joy, much like many of the other events I've attended there on there (Jazzy Sundays, Zydeco Festival, etc.). The nearby street parking makes it easy to access and the plentiful grassy areas, shaded huts, and even splash zone and well-maintained playground makes it an ideal family-friendly community gathering space. There was a full-on food cookoff and I got to meet some incredible chefs serving navy beans and rice, crawfish cornbread (a first for me!), and hands down the most tender barbecue I've tasted in all of Houston courtesy of Chef G. What I loved most was that even with the crowd and all the community and vendor booths, it never felt packed.Each community booth spotlighted a different historically Black neighborhood in Houston, and the live performances on stage kept the vibe going. To learn the deep history of Emancipation Park, there's a clean, beautiful mosaic pillar with biographical info on Richard Allen, serving as a reminder that this isn't just a park, but moreso a monument to freedom, resilience, and celebration.

Emancipation park is a local gem for 3rd ward. It's our local park. So we regularly walk the park,…read moreuse the playground and have gone swimming a few times during the summer. Poll hours can be hard to nail down, but it's fun when you can take a dip. Recently, hosted Jazzy Sundays in the park, which was a lot of fun. The community really came out for those Sunday evening concerts!

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Emancipation Park - A crowd at Jazzy Sundays

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