Experiences

Danny

Finally, a website that talks about the great things in Houston. There are a lot of things to do in Houston, but the problem is that the place is HUGE. The gold is scattered accross the city (but mostly in the southwest side). You definitely want to check out many of the art places like museums and Orange House. Then if you are thirsty, go grab a nice cold bubble tea at Tea house or Tropioca in midtown on Milam street. The zoo is cool, so are all the parks. Houston has plenty of parks to take your dog to. There is a new one behind the convention center and it is beautiful. I’m not going to spend much time talking here, but if you do a little research, Houston can be a FUN place to live (2008-07-07 16:12:25)

Sam

Nighttime in Houston. I have yet to see anything like it. Because of the humidity and the massive amount of streetlights, the aura of the city feels lively. Sometimes I think the city is alive. To see the light shine through the humidity with some good music playing… it feels right. My pick is circa surive’s first album, Juturna… very good Houston summer-night album, especially at 1 in the morning. (2008-03-30 23:38:35)

Lee Murdock

We are all so ecclectic! I love the inner loop from Brennans to Lankfords Grocery. I love the outer parts of Richmond and Rosenberg; Richmond is it’s own little city of it’s own now. Drive out there sometime, it’s almost like the city of Houston has not ended yet. (2008-03-17 14:36:38)

Efrain Bononcini

visit the aqurium downtown Houston—you gotta see the white tiger there and get on the ferris wheel and ride on all the rides. There is a coupon buy one get one free on the internet somewhere. Eat breakfast at tel-winks off of 45s exit telephone make right on telephone continue passed the railroad another 2 miles and it should be on your right. good price lots of food and take you back in time. Feels like your in the old sitcom show Alice diner. (2007-11-25 11:14:29)

K-so

I am a native Houstonian, attended Westbury High School. STILL living in Westbury. What’s great about Houston is the fact that we have MORE than 1 “chinatown”. I believe we have more beatniks, punks, yuppies, country folk, euro-trash, transgender, street kids, homeless, illegal immigrants, windshield washers, botox junkies than any other city. And the funny thing, You’ll find a sample of every stereotype in the SAME room at Brasil, Cafe Artiste, Empire, Emo’s, #’s, Hong Kong Market, Whole Foods, Meyerland…etc…. ALL for the price of ONE!!!! What’s not to love? (2007-11-09 08:49:34)

matthew

I think the people are great, and the city has plenty of soul, with a touch of spontaneity oh and a lovely pallete of great food. Matthew. Norich, Norfolk England, United Kingdom. (2007-05-11 12:02:46)

Angelina C. Rodriguez

In short…the weather! Ya know I never understood when I was little how in the movies people would have a summer and winter wardrobe? I just couldn’t understand…because here it can be 90degress the whole week and then it rains and we have a cool 60 degrees for the weekend…God I love it!

but weather aside the best place for (American/country-style) breakfast hands down is Tel-Wink Grill off of Telephone and Winkler. Seriously I don’t go anywhere else, it is full of good people,charm,and great food! Don’t take my word for it…go try it out for yourself! (2007-04-20 08:26:11)

Johnny Rojas

Houston has a lots of events going on at any given time. There are those that are publicly advertised. And others that are the urban art scene. With the Texas hospitality that we have, you will be welcome by all. So just ask around and get in the mix. There’s always something to do in Houston. (2007-04-03 06:29:22)

Bill Fogarty

when you return to Houston by air at either airport you will immediately be embraced by a warm, humid hug as you emerge from your plane. This greeting is unique to Houston and a great way to tell you “welcome home”. I always feel good about that hug. (2007-03-19 11:32:33)

Troy Gooden

Houston is an open city and still growing; there exists any number of ways to involve yourself in this city’s transformation. Whatever your imagination, find the courage to talk your ideas to other people and you’re likely to find support. I like that!! (2007-03-06 18:02:15)

Shai

Houston is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. The food, people and urban cultures are vibrant and discrete, but welcoming and warm enough so that rank newbies are able to experience different things comfortably. Great city. (2006-12-26 10:51:38)

Lauren

The gems, I’ll say, are definitely hidden. But that makes the finding them all the more rewarding (and sometimes even private!). Visitors to Houston need cool local guides to show them all the treasures and great ideas. It even surprises me how many there are; and there are, so, so many. My favorite thing about this town is the access. So many things are free or affordable so that the public can actually participate. (2006-11-01 15:12:00)

Daniel Dror II

Houston is an extremely amazing city that is continuing to push the limits of its pre-existing borders. With the exception of the wealth genererated by our oil industry which has, inturn, supported other interesting facets of culture and the arts, there hasn’t been nearly as much support until recently. It seems as almost overnight, Houston has become a respectable player across the table of technology, finance, retail, real-state, etc. The minds of our local populus are beginning to be exposed to and accepting of the infusion of multi-culutral perspectives and are even willing to bank on this. From bars to oil and all sects in between, Houstonians can finally delve into most any category and gain the same repect they would have in say, New York City. No limits and no excuses, Houston now lends opportunity to anyone who is seeking to take a creative endeavor. (2006-09-25 21:30:36)

Lynn Edmundson

Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse. They are a non-profit that reclaims historic building materials from houses slated for demolition. The make the materials they reclaim available through their Salvage Warehouse located at 1307 W. Clay. You can find all kinds of interesting things there…from doors, windows, floors, light and bathroom fixtures…and lots, lots more, the “proactive” preservation organization ..that actually gets stuff done!!! (2006-07-27 06:33:30)

Leigh Mc

Performances by the Sandra Organ Dance Company - headquartered in the east end at Talento Bilingue de Houston. This company founded by a former soloist with the Houston Ballet creates and stages original programs each year and performs them at many of the cool venues on this site! The company’s works for Black History Month are not to be missed. (2006-07-16 21:24:54)

sara speer selber

As a native of this city, I can definitely say the unique neighborhood diversity. We have grown in ways that reflect the global society we live in. Food, music, entertainment, creativity and kindness seem to be the threads of our new tapestry. I am particularly fond of poking around in the market on Airline as well as anything “out Bellaire Boulevard from Hong Kong Market past he beltway”. We are a COOL town and our people are HOT! (2006-07-14 14:47:15)

Donna Marie J.

One of the city’s coolest experiences is driving along tree-lined Allen Parkway, pushing the speed limit a bit when HPD isn’t around, gliding in and out of the curves, while the top is down or the windows are open on a nice sunny day. Either direction is good, but driving east from Shepherd is the best so you can watch the majesty of the skyline emerge from behind the wheel. (2006-07-13 12:21:14)

Peggy Kruckemeyer

indoor baseball. I grew up in St. Louis and sweated through many a Cardinal game. When I moved here, I loved baseball in the Dome. We few fans were dedicated! It took me a while to get used to Minute Maid but I love the Astros. I love to actually enjoy a game in 90 degree weather. I love to hear out of towners complain about the park (jealous!). I love to watch the roof silently open during a game. I love indoor fireworks. I love singing “Deep in the Heart of Texas.” (2006-07-09 17:29:56)

Kim C.

Houston houses life. Whether I am driving in from 59 South at night or waking up from the 3rd Ward, the view of downtown always makes me thankful of where I call home. This city teaches you about yourself and I like who I am because of it. (2006-06-09 09:20:17)

C. Noxon

We went to Rome for a few weeks last year…just long enough to get into the groove of old buildings, modern people, and good food.

Home again, I drove across the Pierce and saw my city’s skyline rise up before me. It struck me as I rewired my expectations from Italian rocks and rubble back to the familiar steel and glass that this town is beautiful.

The city quietly tells me, “welcome home” when I return from other places. I always reply, “I missed you, too.” (2006-05-25 08:07:59)

PJ

Early on a Sunday morning, just before dawn, driving home after a 20 hour day… I come over the Jesse H. Jones Ship Channel bridge and the orange high pressure lighting of the refineries mixes with the orange glow of the sun peaking out of the horizon. Downtown is glowing in the distance and I think to myself, it may not be New York or L.A., but THIS IS MY HOME TOWN AND I LOVE IT. (2006-05-14 23:05:28)

Blue

Bayou Bend. (2006-04-27 14:53:17)

Deepa Madhavan

In was born and raised in Houston. I love the people mostly. They are kind and always willing to lend a helping hand. It is also inexpensive and life is pretty ucomplicated on the most part. I love the culture brought by River Oaks and the Montrose area. There is so much to do and see. Restaurants are great…and wait, you can actually enjoy yourself without a car! The skyline and the downtown buildings are also a great sight…Viva Houston! (2005-10-11 11:15:51)

Ryan J. Polk

Houston just seems to have a quiet energy pulsating from it. From the shimmering skyscrapers downtown to the posh shopping district of uptown,it shows its economic power. The culture is as heavy as the air in Houston, from the musuem district to the theatre district. The oak lined streets of River Oaks filled with breathtaking mansions show off its economic power. The revolvingbeacon that shines from atop the Williams Tower shows that the city is on the move. (2005-08-08 23:31:19)

destin

There are many things I love, but my favorite are the SUNSETS! Refineries = air pollution and air pollution = clouds which all equals beautiful sunsets. They always make me step backm take a deep breath and reflect upon how much I love my adopted city. (2005-07-29 21:43:24)

Crystal Lee

The food, the wonderful food. No matter where you are in houston, all you have to do is glance in any direction and you will see a dining establishment. With restaurants ranging from ethiopian food to cuban food,it’s all right here. But there is something to be said about a city that has so much flavor and flare in their food. I believe it to be a perfect reflection of houston itself, an international hub of diversity. (2005-07-13 12:53:41)

Sheryl Stringer

The bike trails in Memorial Park are a great place to hike. It seems like you are climbing hills in a forest. Lots of animals like rabbits, armadillos, snakes and other creatures make you feel like you are outside of the city. (2005-06-06 15:42:37)

Sheryl Stringer

The Jung Center in Houston is one of the top Jung Centers in the world. Located in the museum district it offers incredible classes and international speakers and authors. Jim Hollis, the director, is one of the most published Jungian analysts in the world today. The bookstore and art gallery are also worth a visit. www.cgjunghouston.org. (2005-06-06 15:40:30)

Brooke

The Brazos Bend State Park is just outside of the city. It is a place fun for the kids, but also a place you can go to find solitude when you need it. Full of various songbirds and other wild life. Wonderful place! http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/brazos/ (2005-04-18 22:27:18)

Barbara Boulter

the Hindu Mundir Avenue, off Dulles.

It is the most idylic place I have ever had the pleasure of visiting. There are guided tours and a great little shop selling tasty Indian sweets. (2005-04-18 20:07:26)

Jonnathan B.

I love the art district next to Rice University (2005-03-30 14:17:16)

Lelia Rodgers

I’ve been here a long time and it’s hard to choose AN experience. However, one thing Houston offers that other places may or may not is a fairly permeable divider between the professional world and the the local scene. Short of just being a congenital butt or a tasteless pretender, everywhere is accessible, all are welcome. Urban Animals can skate into Chase Tower and ride up to the skylobby and view their domain from the cloud floor while the Lexus driven privileged set can pop into Notsuoh, Lola’s, The Black Horse Tavern or The Daily Grind and take a break from the high paced, always-on world they populate. Posers aside, the mix and match that’s possible in this town is one of the great experiences available in Houston. As a post script, let me mention the dandylion fountain on Allen Parkway, the Transco Tower water wall, Louise Neville’s Frozen Laces sculpture , the beer can house on Malone, Little Thicket park off of Ella, the Terrell designed Quaker Meeting house on the other side of Ella and the hidden cemetery out in front of everyone at I-10 and Studemont as a stream of consciousness, cursory catalog of readily available cool stuff. Lastly, this project is indicative of exactly this kind of spirit. Rock on. (2005-03-03 02:26:09)

Tim DeLaO

In near northside Houston we have the paleta (popsicle) man and the elote (corn) man. Who peddle around the neighborhood on tricycle contraptions selling their products. He will just peddle into your driveway if you call him…and presto!! you have a cool frozen treat or a steaming hot corn on the cobb with everything or as they say in spanish con todo. I don’t know what it is about the elote man but before I realize it my whole family will out in the front yard eating corn on the cobb…con todo that is. (2005-02-15 13:11:56)

J Kijana Knight

The amazing skyline. The circular cupholder thing on top of the Reliant building and the Ferris wheel behind the Aquarium really add a quirky feel to downtown. I love driving in from out of town, curving around the 45 south that hugs metropolis, and gazing up at the steel and glass buildings. (2005-02-14 13:20:01)

Tim

Driving inbound on the gulf frwy before the 59 north exit near downtown at sunrise and a little after. The rising sun hits the mirrored buildings in the skyline at just the right angle and the illumination it gives off is just ethereal. I’m telling you…you’ll be calling on the Lord. (2005-02-14 12:01:20)

Mike…

Safe Clear Rules!! (2005-02-12 01:21:43)

Wes Gamble

The wonderful mosaic street markers embedded in the curbs of older inner city streets. Finding four curbs these days with intact mosaics is a rarity, but worth watching out for. (2005-02-11 01:24:08)

David Chien

What’s unique about Houston is the hourly changes in the weather. (2005-02-07 09:41:44)