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Enchanting Houston: A Romantic Urban Adventure
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What to do in Southwest Houston
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Houston Zoo
Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.
NRG Park
After visiting NRG Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
NRG Center
Learn about the events happening at NRG Center during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Houston Natural Science Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.
The Galleria
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Galleria during your trip to Houston. While in this vibrant area, find time to visit its shops.
Greenway Plaza
After visiting Greenway Plaza, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Visit the shops in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Hermann Park
This expansive green space in the heart of the city offers places for exercising and relaxing, as well as a zoo and the Museum of Natural Science.
NRG Stadium
NRG Stadium is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Though MD Anderson Cancer Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston while you are here.
Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Southwest Houston
The Galleria
Travelers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.
South Main
While you're in South Main, take in top sights like NRG Park and jump on the metro at Fannin South Station to see more of the city.
Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby
Travelers come to Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lakewood Church and Highland Village while you're in town.
Uptown
A noteworthy feature of Uptown is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Galleria and Uptown Park.
Central Southwest
While visiting Central Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Wildcat Golf Club and Houston Sports Park.
Braeswood Place
While Braeswood Place might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like NRG Stadium and NRG Park.
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