Washington Ave./ Memorial Park Travel Guide
Houston
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Popular places to visit
Memorial Park
Houstonians come to Memorial Park for some serious exercise — indoor as well as outdoor.
Buffalo Bayou Park
Buffalo Bayou Park is just one of the places to see in Houston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's sunsets and monuments.
Houston Arboretum and Nature Center
Set within Memorial Park, not far from downtown, this sanctuary for plants and wildlife offers an opportunity to escape the city.
Beer Can House
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Beer Can House during your travels in Houston. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this vibrant area.
Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Houston at Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens in Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston Rockets Basketball Game at Toyota Center
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Top hotels in Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
There was long lines when I checked in and every day until I checked out. The clerk asked several times to have a manager come out to assist with checking customers in but no one showed up. The front desk gave the impression the long lines were an ongoing issue. I was never made aware of a dining ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The room was spacious, nicely decorated and very clean. The bathroom was exceptional with a great rain shower head with awesome water pressure. One of my favorite amenities was the Dyson hair dryer. We had excellent service from the time we checked in until the time we checked out. I can’t say enough ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Thoughtfully designed property with perks like complimentary shuttle to/from the hotel in 3 mile radius, proximity to great museums, and little amenities like chocolates or prosecco in the room for Valentine’s Day. :)
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Staff was courteous. Hotel was clean.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Very court
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush IAH South
The room was very dirty. With a lot of hair in the corners of the floor. I don’t complain because we were catching a flight in a few hours, but I definitely will not stay again. People were very loud all hours of the night. I was ready to get out of there!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
River Oaks
Gardens and monuments are just a few things travellers like about River Oaks. A stop by River Oaks Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.
Houston Heights
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and live music in Houston Heights. You might want to make time for a stop at The Heights Theater or Artcar Museum.
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Houston Fire Museum and Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
The Galleria
Travellers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.
