Washington Ave./ Memorial Park Travel Guide
Houston
Visit Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Houston at Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals 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 art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Heights I-10
It was a challenge getting into the hotel entrance. There is a small restaurant right next to the hotel that is packed every night except Monday because they are closed. Driving through the maze of cars that are looking for a parking spot was a pain. Thankfully they are not allowed to park in the ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The kitchen could actually use dish detergent for the sink, not that powder. Also, the tub could've been cleaner try a magic eraser and the tub drain was stopped up, but that was fixed during our stay.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
The hotel was nice however my biggest complaint would be about the housekeeping service. We requested for housekeeping expecting the dirty sheets and pillowcases to be replaced with clean ones however upon inspecting we realized that they were not replaced but flipped over. The floors also weren’t ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Room was smaller than anticipated, but it was nice. Friendly staff. Thpught breakfast was free but was fast reading and it is available LOL. Good place to stay to catch a game or for convention center.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Kozy Houston North
Room was amazing and super clean, staff was friendly and kind and the breakfast was great. Definitely staying here on my next trip
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
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 Menil Collection or Rothko Chapel 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.
