If you love to explore a city on your bike, Bayou City Bike Tours is a perfect for you. It aims in propagating the city of Houston and its attractions. The tours caters to all age groups and are accompanied by Iraq and Afghanistan war soldiers. Their are two adventurous tours available - a 3-hour Bayou City Bike Tour exploring the Downtown Houston and nearby areas; and an informative Heights Culture Tour taking you through the historic Houston Heights and its neighborhoods.
Colonial Park is located in the West University Place district and is a popular spot for recreation and relaxation. The park features a swimming area with pools for patrons of all ages, tennis courts, a volleyball court, a children's playground, and a large open grassy area for recreational sports. There also are winding paths through the park that are perfect for jogs or casual strolls. Plenty of picnic tables and benches throughout the park and occasional live music performances and entertainment makes this park great for a fun family outing and a must visit when in the area.
Claimed to be one of the most beautiful sites in the city, McGovern Centennial Gardens at Hermann Park is a must-visit while in Houston. This picturesque park offers the perfect getaway from the bustling city, with its lush, landscaped gardens, blooming flower beds, bubbling fountains, and serene sculpture parks. A center of recreation and learning, the garden also provides you with a bit of information on some of its more exotic varieties of plant and flower species.