Came to sit outside and read a book. Noticed the trees here have matured tremendously. Im happy…read moreabout the extended shade. This park is small compared to Hermann Park, but its just the right size for kids. They have ping pong, a golf station, few food trucks and climbing stations. Lots of green space for the kids to run around on and play catch, tag, or kickball. There is street parking and also a parking garage right on the other side.

I came here for Sunset Bingo to take advantage of the nice (rare late spring) breeze,…read morewell-maintained greenery, and amazing prizes available. The Michael Jackson playlist serenading us from the Gaspacho's eatery was nostalgic. Even though the Sunset Bingo MC was difficult to hear while seated on the grass, the staff were more than willing to rearrange some tables to accommodate the growing crowd. On my way to the (super clean!) restroom I I saw that they had a reading room, which made me instantly fall in love! They also have an arts & craft station with materials free to use. There were many families with young kids enjoying the water playground areas. The fact that they have family reservations available lets me know that this park is well aware of its draw and appeal. Birthdays? reunions? book a spot! The nearby restaurants and easy parking are major pluses. Levy Park has a packed calendar of events so I'm bound to be back before the summer ends.

3.5 stars Cool place…read moreto hangout, but dang, why the metal slides in Houston? We went on a cloudy, cooler day (high of 81) in March, but the slides were still too hot. There is some shade provide by the canopies but definitely not enough. The bottom of the slides were still hit by the sun, and they're hot enough to burn you. I don't even wana think about in the middle of summer when Houston gets up to 100 degrees. My 2.5 yo enjoyed the playground otherwise. It was just too hot to enjoy all the things. She did really enjoy the water part and the sand. (We brought her swimming shirt and shorts, and she just walked in the sand and water barefoot. Surprisingly the concrete sidewalks didnt feel hot.) I stayed very close to her as she walked around the metal platforms (i could see this as being super dangerous, especially if crowded). The individual family restrooms are on the water side btw. The park side does not have changing tables in the restrooms. We saw some swings nearby, but there was no shade whatsoever (trees, canopies), which is a bummer bc she loves swings. Carousel is closeby. $3/ride or $6 all day. Parking is a bit further. We found free parking near the roundabout (Googlemaps: Parking man (Free parking)). We went around lunch on a Monday so there was a handful of empty spots, however on a weekend, forget about it. I absolutely hate driving down here. We walked through the Japanese Garden (recommend) since it's on the way to the playground.

Amazing place, water park & playground combined, stay cool and get creative with water leveraging…read moredamning etc

Local park in Hedwig Park next to a cute library and 500 feet from a firehouse…read more The Hedwig PD is close by so have to watch not speeding by as they are watching that area closely. Small amount of parking or can park at library next door and walk over. Worth a look.

Nice little neighborhood park that is connect to a library. So if the street parking is full you…read morecan park at the library and walk over. There are a few pavilion for you to throw a birthday gathering for your kid and there are playground for kids of all ages and size. I feel like the kids and the parents here are very nice and your kids can play here safely.

This is a chill, quiet and clean park within the inner loop/galleria area. An urban park situated…read moreon Yorktown Drive. A bit of a green nature escape among the concrete plazas of inner loop Houston. Decent walking trail, kids play area and tennis court. I have mixed feelings about this park at evening though and it's rather dark at evening. Barely any lights at that time. Be cautious at your own risk and visit the park during daylight hours. It's non discrete and far from pretentious. A good place to get in fresh air and a few laps around the trail. The play area for kids isn't that big, but it's fun enough with various trinkets and slides. The swings for the kiddos and babies are available as well. Lots of joy and a spot to take photos. Grady Park is chill, I've taken the bebe here and we've captured some fun moments of his first experience on the swings and slides. Be careful with your possessions while visiting any park and as I mentioned, visit during daylight hours. Toodles!

We were driving through Houston and needed to make a pit stop to eat lunch. I was originally…read moreplanning on relaxing at Hines Waterwall Park but mich to our disappointment it was turned off, I guess for maintenance. Needed another place to sit and eat while resting up a bit. Found this park nearby and was pleased to see a parking lot, benches, picnic tables, playground, tennis and basketball courts and plenty if shade. I was especially impressed to see some of the picnic tables were handicap friendly. I am definitely a fan of this park.

Kudos to Beatrize, Cassandra, Fereshteh and the rest of the staff. They are always beyond friendly…read moreand helpful. Every single interaction I have with any employee has been positive. They care about what they are doing and are great representatives for Commissioner Briones. They care about their job, the center and the people who use the center and its programs. The park is a great place for activities for kids and allows for so many different sports. Also, allows for private family picnics are small group activities. Highly, highly recommend.

the walking path is not very long but is nice clean and not very busy. lots of picnic tables.read more

Houston Arboretum and Nature Center is a go-to place if urban life makes us feel overwhelmed at…read moresome points...... Just have a walk in Nature! Houston Arboretum and Nature Center is such a sanctuary for us to reconnect with Nature, reconnect with ourselves. You can find some other beautiful, less wild trails. Or you can explore this Ravine Trail, known for its wilderness, with most elevation change than the others. Deep shade. Tree community. Here and there you will see lovely bunnies and squirrels. Despite these facts, you still meet with other people here and there, peacefully and quietly making steps. And you might feel more safe because actually, you will hear the sound of cars moving fast in freeway. ( which I wish there is more silent and stillness ) All good. A sanctuary right in the heart of busy Houston. This is great! A BIG PLUS to me was NO MOSQUITOES! ( or maybe I was lucky yesterday.) I felt thankful for all of the effort and hard works contributed to Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. So we can have this beautiful place for our busy urban life. May we all have some time for ourselves, reconnecting to the space within, reconnecting to Nature. Best, Chloe P/S: very nice clean restroom located right at Nature Center - Wildflower Trail. Nature Center opens everyday 9am - 4pm. Plan ahead so you and your family can explore more.

A beauuuutiful nature center surrounded by many trails you can take! I had a nice time looking at…read morethe exhibits inside & was a little disappointed to find there was a lack of Houston Arboretum specific merchandise to commemorate our visit. But, overall the trails were nice, everything felt lush and alive! Bring water and don't forget to pay for parking. This spot is a great escape from the city.

Visited on a cool, windy Sunday afternoon. For kids: swing…read moreset, 2 playgrounds, splash pad For parents: lots of benches and shaded seating underneath the pavilion. Splash pad isn't working, but will update this review once it is!

A beautiful neighborhood park near the Hwy 6 and WestPark intersection. It's has something for…read morepeople of all ages. - a trail that goes all along the outer perimeter of the park for walking/biking/skating - soccer fields - baseball field - volley ball court - separate play areas for toddlers and older kids - Pavilions on reservations for special events - lots of picnic tables and seating areas - nice clean restrooms - outdoor theater area - small hilly terrain with picnic tables and seating on top The evenings can get busy though and the parking gets full, but there is ample street parking on the outside. If you haven't been, I would highly recommend this one.

Stumbled upon this little park visiting a coffee shop near by and my 2 year old really enjoyed it…read more Great size, has the little kids and big kids areas separated so that's nice too.

Linkwood Park - One of our go-to spots! I bring my son Colin here a few times a month, and he…read moreabsolutely loves it. The playground setup is perfect for kids to run wild and use their imagination -- plenty of fun options and space to explore. It's always clean, well-kept, and feels safe, which I really appreciate as a parent. The park has a great neighborhood vibe -- peaceful, family-friendly, and full of good energy. Definitely one of our favorite little gems to enjoy some sunshine and playtime!