Smither Park is unique and nothing like your average stereotypical park. It more than makes up for its lack of recreational features with some solid and exquisite artwork and paintings, life-sized mosaics, and beautiful sculptures. This park is one big work of art that is the fruit of the dedicated efforts of numerous local artists. The park has a few benches, some swings, and plenty of space to run around. Smither Park is an excellent example of public art and definitely should not be missed.
The Theater District is a lovely 17 acre (6.88 hectare) region in Houston which is a hub for nine organizations for performing arts as well as several restaurants and parks. The area is known to be visited by over two million people every year. The Alley Theater and the Bayou Place Entertainment Complex are major attractions in the area.
Established in 1896, Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart is one of the oldest places of worship and also one with a unique history in the city. Known as the Sacred Heart Church in 1911, it was dedicated as a Co-Cathedral to help with the fast growing congregation of the diocese, especially in Houston. Though the original building no longer remains, the new cathedral building, completed in 2008 has won all-round accolades for its architectural beauty. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast or religiously inclined, church's interest-specific tours are an intriguing affair. Check website for more.
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.
A prominent landmark in the city of Houston, Fulbright Tower glistens among the other structures of the cityscape. Towering at 725 feet (221 meters), this modern marvel is most noted for its uncanny design and awe-inspiring glass and concrete frame. Largely used for commercial purposes, the building offers several office spaces, service centers observation floors and more.