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    Arie M.

    When I was new to Houston (this is before the fancy google maps) and I would get lost, I would always end up at this intersection and it would confirm to me that I was in fact lost. There are worse places to be lost at. If you want to come here on a Saturday or Sunday morning, forget it. You're not going to find parking unless you use the garage in one of the museums (and pay). between all the museums, Hermann Park, and the Garden Centers, it's pretty packed. If you're not from Texas you'll notice a lot of what looks like wedding parties there along with the limos and photographers, but then you'd think "they look kind of young to be married...and where the hell is the Groom??". That amgio is a Quinceanera . It's a magical time in a girl's life where instead of saving up money for college, she hits up relatives for cash to throw a huge princess party to show up her friends. It's just beautiful. As a photographer, I love coming to the area when I'm bored. Especially in the evening.

    The fountain. It's off today. Weird
    Lee M.

    The short version: It's a beautiful grand fountain lodged in the center of a traffic circle bringing beauty to its own beastly traffic congestion and driver confusion. Did I mention it sits in the middle of Main Street and Montrose Boulevard? The long story: Ok, so let me start off by explaining that I moved from New Jersey to Texas. For those who do not know, New Jersey is the home of the traffic circle and the jug handle. Some time in the 1800s someone in NJ decided that the best form of traffic control was a traffic circle. So they made all the major roads cross at a traffic circles. Of course this was not a problem when you used horses and carts, but with high speed vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles, trams, etc., it's a bit more problematic. Now they have lights at each entrance to the circle and overpasses to avoid them. So for me the only way to truly understand the Mecom Fountain and its traffic circle is to think of it as a part of Charles Dickens's "A Tale of Two Cities". Read the following quote and I will explain. "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair, we had everything before us, we had nothing before us, we were all going direct to Heaven, we were all going direct the other way." The Best of Times =============== The Mecom Fountain is the jewel in the crown of Hermann Park. It stands in the middle of Main Street near the entrance to the park separating Montrose Boulevard from Hermann Loop Drive. The fountain's waters' roar triumphantly. It calls out to all those passing by, "Look here!". It announces with a proud Houstonian swagger, "Welcome to all that is refinement. Come in. Relax and enjoy the pleasures of Hermann Park, the culture of Miller Theater, and intellect of the Museum District. Welcome to the heart of culture, parks and recreation. We are Houston!" Those are certainly the best of times, aren't they? Now let's place this glorious fountain in the middle of a traffic circle at the intersection of 2 major commuting roads with 2 more commuter roads and the light rail less than 100 feet from the circle. Add a 5th road at an odd angle to insure the confusion is maximized and now you have... The Worst of Times ================ The fountain sits in the middle of a traffic circle that is transected by Main Street and Montrose Boulevard. These are two major commuter and commercial roads. The drivers in the circle travelling along Main Street do not yield to traffic or pedestrians. Main Street traffic is often comprised of exhausted commuters trying to get to and from downtown. Drivers in the circle turning across Main Street need to yield. This causes traffic back ups on Main Street. The side roads feeding the circle get backed up by everyone waiting to get a chance to enter the circle. Someone say traffic snarl please. That wasn't too bad was it? But wait there's more! Let's add a fifth road (Hermann Drive) to the circle. Hermann Drive leads to the Natural Science Museum, Childrens Museum, Health Museum, the Houston Garden Center, Miller Theater, and the newly constructed Centennial Gardens and parking lots for Hermann Park. Oh, and of course Highways. Now you have all sorts of various traffic injected on holidays, days off from school, work days and weekends. Ok, that might be bad ... But wait there's more!!! Right adjacent to the circle and parallel to Main Street is Fannin Street. Fannin Street is a normal unassuming multi-lane divided road with the light rail running down the middle adjacent to the park. Very picturesque and peaceful. But by the traffic circle, Fannin Street's alter ego appears as it splits like a DNA helix along with the light rail into 2 separate one way roads. Fannin now heads south, and San Jacinto heads north. The combination of Fannin, San Jacinto, 2 separate light rail tracks the grand merge onto the Mecom traffic circle tie the final knot in the glorious traffic snarl. If the Mecom Fountain is "beauty", then the circle in which it resides is "the beast". I love the Mecom Fountain. It's a cherished speed bump in the road of life. Have fun.

    David S.

    The Mecom Fountain is one of my favorite sights in Houston. Love to see these driving down Main, usually because it is late in the evening and seeing the Fountain means I am driving home. They really are a bit of class for Houston. Most weekends, you will see multiple stretch limos, professional photographers and groups with young girls in all their finest having their picture taken at the Fountain for their quinceanera. A unique bit of Houston culture.

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    Public Advisory: Yes this place is pretty, but there are OTHER places to take pictures in this town.

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    I recommend driving past this both during the day and at night. They offer different, but equally impressive visuals.

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    Buffalo Bayou Park - Ripples and Reflection in the Buffalo Bayou Cistern

    Buffalo Bayou Park

    4.5(331 reviews)
    3.4 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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    This is Joy Davenports gang

    Buffalo Bayou Park - Look at this beautiful site

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    Houston Astrodome - Outside

    Houston Astrodome

    4.9(9 reviews)
    3.0 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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    Houston Astrodome - Astrodome in April 2022

    Astrodome in April 2022

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    Houston Astrodome

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    Beer Can House

    Beer Can House

    4.0(98 reviews)
    3.2 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 - Fans of the Beer Can House

    Fans of the Beer Can House

    Beer Can House - Closeup of the Beer Can House

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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)
    0.1 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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    Cullen Sculpture Garden - The Bird by Miro and the Bean (Cloud Column) by Kapoor

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

    Cullen Sculpture Garden - Adam by Emile-Antoine Bourdelle

    Adam by Emile-Antoine Bourdelle

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    Mecom Fountain - landmarks - Updated May 2026

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