Category: Thing to do with kids: Attractions & Landmarks

Take a refreshing break from shopping at the Galleria by walking outside to the Water Wall behind Williams Tower. To call it a fountain would not do it justice. This 3-acre urban greenspace is lined with trees, walkways, and benches, and is anchored by a two-sided, 64-foot-high, concave wall of cascading water. The splash at the bottom of the fountain creates a thunderous roar, and the visual effect of 11,000 gallons per minute spilling down is mesmerizing.

Location: 2800 Post Oak Boulevard, Houston, TX 77056

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Houston’s Downtown Tunnel is a series of underground passageways connecting street-level office buildings, hotels, restaurants, and the entertainment venues throughout the Theater District. The Tunnel also leads walkers to several underground food courts, gift shops, boutiques, and the Shops at Houston Center shopping mall.

Location:  Houston, TX

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Anytime of day or night, Katz’s serves up breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Kids’ menus come with crayons, and the service is very friendly. In additon to the usual favorites, kids meals include challah French toast, pot roast, spaghetti with meatballs, and knockwurst – priced reasonably.

Contact number: (713) 521-3838

Location: 616 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77006

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See the Ship Channel from a whole new perspective. The Port of Houston Authority’s public tour boat takes visitors on a spectacular waterborne tour of one of the busiest ports in the world. Sightseers can enjoy passing views of international cargo vessels and operations at the port’s Turning Basin Terminal, from air-conditioned lounge seating or standing room on the boat’s rear deck.

Contact number: (713) 670-2416

Location: 7300 Clinton Drive, Gate 8, Houston, TX 77029

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Opened in 1939, Houston’s historic City Hall is home to the Houston Visitors Center, a great stop for gifts and tourist information. Directly outside the building, Hermann Square features a reflection pond, shaded walkways, and benches. The site hosts several festivals and other special events throughout the year.

Location: 901 Bagby Street, Houston, TX 77002

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