Houston: A Perfect Weekend Getaway

February 7, 2017 • houston

It's no surprise that Houston looked amazing during the Super Bowl LI festivities. With world-class museums, shopping, fine dining, and a legendary BBQ history, America's fourth largest city is a perfect weekend getaway.

While you're shopping, eating and catching a show, don't forget to also see three of Houston's premiere art and cultural institutions: The Menil Collection, The Museum of Fine Arts Houston, and the Museum of Natural Science Houston.

Theatre

Opera, Ballet, Broadway... in Downtown Houston:

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts

The Houston Symphony, and live performances of Broadway theatre and music.

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Live performances Broadway theatre and music.

Wortham Center

The Houston Opera, and the Houston Ballet.

GreenStreet

Collection of cafes and live music performance spaces.

Shop

Houston Galleria

Simply put, this sprawling retail mall has it all.

The Webster Houston at the Galleria

Miami’s chicest shop recently opened a Houston outpost at Galleria.

Tootsies

A Houston institution for some high accoutrement.

Kuhl-Linscumb

The beautiful home and design store mecca with something for everyone.

River Oaks District

Luxury boutiques and restaurants.

Eat

Here is a quick across the board selection of dining options.

Benjy’s

American fare and great for brunch.

The Pass & Provisions

Contemporary restaurant with a seasonal menu.

Gatlin’s BBQ

This local favorite is said to offer some of the best barbecue in the city.

Pappas Bros

A famous local brand of steakhouses and eateries.

map of Downtown Houston showing Hobby Center and Sam Houston Park

For all of this and more including hotels and transportation, get yourself a copy of the RedMap Houston

For another great source for all-things-Houston, see our friends at www.visithoustontexas.com - Houston’s Official Tourist Board.

Previously on Red Maps: Houston Part I: What to See in Houston

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