Discover the countless things that make living in Houston or visiting this large metropolitan city worthwhile. We have an abundance of things to see and do here!

West 11th Street Park is a Houston 20-acre urban oasis for wildlife in a heavily forested area consisting of native trees. It's a birder's paradise.

What can possibly go wrong on a visit to a reputable 5-star hotel brand? Join us at InterContinental Malta and find out as we check out the facilities there and browse 6 different rooms. Learn about the hotel, discover our experience, and get useful tips on how to make the most of your hotel stays.

Located in Somesville, a charming historic village on Mount Desert Island, the Somesville Bridge is one of the most photographed bridges in Maine.

See a fantastic array of beautifully hand-carved hearses at the National Museum of Funeral History in Houston, from the 1800s to ones carrying presidents.

The Johnny Nelson Katy Heritage Museum features vintage farming equipment and artifacts dating back to pioneer times up to modern times. Admission is free!

The exterior of this stainless-steel parallelogram building is impressive. What is inside our Contemporary Arts Museum Houston can be even more so!

The Rothko Chapel on the Menil campus in Houston, Texas, is a place of quiet reflection. It is also dedicated to showcasing the art of Mark Rothko.

We are lucky to have the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary in the heart of Houston. One seems far removed from the hustle and bustle when walking in this natural habitat.

Dublin is an ancient city in Ireland, filled with places that mark its significant events. Find out which sights give visitors an overview of its fascinating and turbulent history.

This city park achieves water preservation & flood control measures while providing people with great views, pavilions, water, bird watching, trails & more.

The Vogelsang Building is a landmark in downtown Rosenberg. It is a multi-use establishment where people can shop, dine, enjoy a live show, and drink wine.

The six-acre Mason Road Park in Katy, Texas, has a gazebo, a trellis, picnic tables, BBQ pits, and a paved trail that runs along a drainage ditch.

Learn how to grow plant species that do well in our climate at Mercer Arboretum and Botanic Gardens. It is a spectacular 325-acre garden. Free admission!

A surprising discovery of WWII memorabilia is in the West Houston Airport museum. Commemorative Air Force events are also held at the airport on occasion. See photos here.

Are you a bird watcher? Do you like wooded areas and ponds? Kleb Woods Nature Preserve is a 132-acre beauty with a nature center, trails, picnic areas, and more.

One of the most photographed places in Houston is the Williams Water Wall near the Galleria Shopping Mall. Wedding photos & more are taken there.

Cornelius Nursery in Houston is worth visiting all year long. Still, at Christmastime, the sights, sounds, and smells of the season make it a fantasyland!

This Katy, Texas, park may be small, but Thomas Park is the exact spot where three counties meet. See photos and read about the amenities here.

The historic M-K-T railroad depot and caboose are located at this small but impressive museum/visitor center in a charming little pocket park in Katy, TX.

Cypress Top Historic Park is a small urban park consisting of a homestead, Humble Service Station, General Merchandise Store and more, all on just 2.4 acres.

Meet 85-year-old artist Ken Pridgeon, Sr. at the Fallen Warriors Memorial Gallery in Houston. He paints images of Texans who died in service to their country.

The Chapel of St. Basil is an architectural marvel designed by architect Philip Johnson in 1997 and located on the University of St.Thomas campus in Houston.

The 165-acre Cypress Park is a beauty! Playground and exercise equipment, as well as a trail around a lake area where fishing is allowed, provide recreation.

Red Queen's Attic is a large family-owned antiques and collectibles store in downtown Rosenberg, TX. The wide aisles and artful displays enable fun shopping. It even has a bar!

We spent a brisk morning hiking to Romero Pools in Catalina State Park. See photos of our adventure and learn about the sights we encountered.

The Carolyn H. Wolff Park in Houston contains one champion and six notable trees. Many others grace this beautiful reserve set aside for nature lovers.

Cypress Creek runs through the historic 111-acre Telge Park. A children's playground, restrooms, and a trail are in the wooded park. Learn about the history of this area here.

The Tim Bailey sculpture titled "Shady Grove" in Houston's Eleanor Tinsley Park holds meaning for victims of crime. It is one of several notable sculptures in this park.

Learn about Bayou Bend Gardens, the Azalea Trail, the Hogg Family, Miss Ima Hogg, and her contribution to the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, legacy and more.

Enjoy this year-round environment with tropical plants, waterfalls and butterflies. These beautiful insects fly freely throughout this lovely space in the Houston Museum of Natural Science.

McClendon Park packs much into its 22.8 acres. Exercise, play, education, and more are here in this beautifully designed Harris County park. See photos.

The "Monument au Fantôme" by Jean Dubuffet in Discovery Green Park, located in downtown Houston adds much to the public art scene in our art-loving city.

Beautiful Bane Park has many amenities, including covered picnic areas, two lighted ball fields, trails for hiking, playgrounds, fishing, wildlife, and more.

If you like to see model trains with seasonal displays, visit the Memorial City Mall in Houston. The Houston Tinplate Operators Society operates them.

Lost Creek Park interconnects with another park in Sugar Land, Texas. Amenities include a pump track, soccer fields, meeting rooms, and playground equipment.

The Millie Bush Bark Park is the 1st dog park in Harris County on the western side of Houston. It has expansive grounds and amenities for both large and small dogs.

Ray Miller Park in West Houston honors the creator and host of "The Eyes of Texas." It is a small but beautiful park with many different amenities.

Houston's historic Washington Cemetery was originally a German Cemetery. It has many beautiful gravestones, some of which date back to the 1800s.

The Katy Veterans Memorial Museum has a fantastic collection of maps, uniforms, artifacts, etc., covering all wars in which the U.S. has participated.

Shady Lane Park teaches people about the importance of bayous in the Houston area. It has nature-inspired playground equipment, a splash pad, a community center, and more.

Chong Hua Sheng Mu Holy Palace, with its golden geodesic dome, is a Houston oddity. Although designated a non-profit entity, the construction ceased. Learn why here.

Located in Cypress, TX, the 58-acre Little Cypress Creek Preserve is a rustic nature reserve amid surrounding subdivisions. Birders like this place!

The Rosenberg Railroad Museum is fantastic! Watch moving trains pass, picnic on the grounds, and see an 1879 rail car, a 1972 caboose, Tower 17, and more.

The pretty 6.5-acre Paseo Park is on the wide esplanade of Bellaire Boulevard in Bellaire, TX. It has a streetcar, art, clock, war memorial, and historical markers.

The Houston Heights WWII Memorial honors all those from the Heights who served their country, both living and dead, during that war. It is a beauty!

The "Texas Legacy" sculpture is one of many beautiful Western sculptures near Carruth Plaza, the Astrodome and NRG Stadium in Houston. See photos here.

Located in western Houston, Congressman Bill Archer Park is a popular dog park for both large and small canines. A small skate park is also located there.

The collection of fantasy coffins at the National Museum of Funeral History in Houston shows how the Ga people from Ghana honor and bury their dead.

Enjoy seasonal activities like Mardi Gras in Galveston, or hit the beaches, visit museums and historic houses, eat fresh seafood, take cruises, and more!

Cliff-hugging, colorful Positano is the crown jewel of the Amalfi Coast. The sheer natural beauty of this region makes it one of Italy’s most sought-after destinations.

Hermann Park is full of attractions, including golf, an outdoor theater, a museum, a zoo, a lake, a Japanese garden, a miniature railroad, playgrounds, and much more.

Once a month, there is a free miniature train ride for everyone to experience in Zube Park located in Hockley, TX. See soccer fields and other amenities.

Sign up for a free boat tour of the Houston Ship Channel. Learn about one of the busiest ports in the nation, where ships come from all parts of the world.

The Seabourne Creek Nature Park in Rosenberg, Texas, consists of 164 acres of open prairie, lake, wetlands, and bird sanctuary. It is educational and amazing!

The Teo Chew Temple is a Vietnamese Buddhist temple located in Southwest Houston. The Teochew people who came here from Vietnam operate this sanctuary.

One item that makes Evelyn's Park in Bellaire, TX, unique is the fantastic sculpture of Alice in Wonderland and the Mad Hatter tea party.

The August Antiques store in Houston Heights has a fantastic variety of items for sale, including salvaged windows and doors, religious articles, books, and more.

The 80-acres of Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve has forested areas and 40 acres of Marshall Lake. View wildlife, walk the trails, enjoy scout activities, and more.

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