Named after a lifelong environmentalist who saved Bayou region from being stripped of its beauty, Terry Hershey Park is an oasis of greenery in the midst of the city. With multiple paved as well as dirt trails running inside it, this park has over the years proved to be haven for cyclists and runners. The trails surrounded by tall trees and plants as far as the eyes can see provide the perfect atmosphere for cycling, walking or jogging and losing those extra pounds without having to confine yourselves in four walls of a gym. Home to different species of birds, trees and dotted with water bodies and grasslands, Terry Hershey Park is the place to be if you want to relax amidst nature and breathe in some fresh air.
Just four miles east of downtown, you will find one of the nation's top seaports. A tour of the port offers an opportunity to view ocean freighters, ships and barges as they maneuver up and down the 50-mile channel that leads to the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. The port opened in 1914 with President Woodrow Wilson throwing the switch and firing the cannon. You will learn about this history and much more by taking the free 90-minute boat tour aboard the 90-passenger Sam Houston. Points of interest will include ships, geese and pollution control facilities. You are welcome to ask questions during the tour. The Port Authority holds a wealth of information. Before leaving, be sure and take one last look at the turning basin from the observation deck. It is a sight to behold. The tour is free, but reservations are required. All adults are required to have photo ID, and oversized bags or purses are not allowed. Please check the website for the tour schedule.
Near Wortham Center in downtown Houston, you will find this scenic park filled with walking trails and terraced gardens. All the paths wind down to Buffalo Bayou. Occasionally, you can see boats slipping along the smooth waters of the bayou as you walk along the promenade. The park is also the site of a massive metal sculpture of seven pillars that commemorate the Texas Sesquicentennial. The splendid urban park is ideal for a leisurely evening stroll along the Buffalo Bayou.
TDECU Stadium is a famous football stadium in the University of Houston in Houston, Texas. Since the naming rights of the stadium was purchased by the Texas Dow Employees Credit Union, hence the name. The stunning stadium has a seating capacity of over 30,000 seats and was built in such a manner as to compliment the beautiful Houston skyline. Apart from hosting college football, the stadium also takes pride in hosting high school football games and other events as well especially the commencement ceremony held every year to welcome students to the University.
El parque Eleanor Tinsley fue construido en 1926, y está rodeado por el Buffalo Bayou, las calles Taft y Sabine y el autovía Allen. Cuenta con un pequeño estanque donde se pueden ver peces, tortugas y animales acuáticos nadando. Además hay colinas, árboles, mesas de picnic y columpios, que hacen que este sea un lugar ideal para relajarse. Todos los años, el 4 de julio, aquí se realizan grandes celebraciones con fuegos artificiales. Este es un lugar habitual para festivales, y también cuenta con una serie de esculturas y otras obras de arte.
The Root Memorial Square Park is a beautiful park located in downtown Houston. It has always been a famous attraction amongst the locals and tourists visiting the city. With lush greenery all around, the park has facilities for street basketball and also tiered seating for visitors looking to simply relax in the tranquil ambiance. Beautiful sculptures designed by local artists are seen all over the park and it also features a Gazebo. The park has played host to basketball tournaments and local festivals in the past.