When you press it, the water it bayou will bubble for several seconds. In the middle of the brick column on the south(ish) side of the Preston Street Bridge, is a little red button. in a few blocks, you'll be at the bridge over the bayou. Mysterious Red Button - Preston Street Bridge, Preston and Smith, Downtown Houston - FreeĪfter Market Square Park, keep walking away from the train tracks.
This is the spot I recommend for lunch!Ĥ. Beautiful landscaping, room to run in the grass, dog park and a Niko Niko's restaurant. While Discovery Green, on the other side of Downtown, is wild and exciting, Market Square is calm and peaceful. On Preston, right next to the mural is Downtown's chillest park. Market Square Park - 301 Milam Houston, Texas 77002 (Milam and Preston) - Free
Just a block or two down Preston, strike a pose in front of this "Houston is Inspired" Mural! It's just before Market Square Park, in a parking lot, and hard to miss!ģ. "Houston is Inspired" Mural - 907 Preston St Houston, TX 77002 - Free See the maps below.) All of this adventure is on this side of the tracks!Ģ. (This is away from Discovery Green and towards the Downtown Aquarium, the Theater District and City Hall. Jump off at the Preston Station and walk west(ish) on Preston Street. Watch the video HERE to see how to find a station, purchase tickets at the station and get where you need to go. Start the day off right by taking the train! It runs through the middle of Downtown Houston and is easy to navigate. METRORail - $1.25 for anyone older than 5 If you don't have time for the METRORail today, just drive and park at Market Square Park. the museum district can be congested but has several $5 lots along Binz. Also note that some of this adventure needs to be done on a weekday, during working hours.įor this urban Downtown adventure, take the METRORailto add to the fun. Look below for a map of the walking route. In this adventure, ride the train, see the city from 60 floors up, explore miles of underground tunnels and find a mysterious red button. Pick what you like or combine with another Half Day post! In this Half Day in Houston series, find a place to park, play, explore and eat… all in one spot. Having fun with the family and exploring Houston can be easy! If you have a few hours, we have ideas on how to spend them with the kids.
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