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1 Day · in Houston

One Perfect Day in Houston: Art, Parks & Montrose

With only one day, focus on Houston's central sights. Start with the Museum of Fine Arts and Hermann Park, cross to Montrose for the Menil Collection and the Rothko Chapel, walk Buffalo Bayou Park in the late afternoon and end with dinner in Montrose. Use METRORail and rideshare to connect the stops.

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Day 01

Art, Parks & the Bayou

Houston's highlights in one central day.

  1. Morning

    Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

    Begin with the art museum and Turrell's light tunnel.

  2. Late Morning

    Hermann Park

    Walk the Japanese Garden and McGovern Centennial Gardens.

  3. Lunch

    Museum District

    Have lunch near the museums.

  4. Afternoon

    The Menil Collection & Rothko Chapel

    Explore the free Menil and sit in the Rothko Chapel.

  5. Late Afternoon

    Buffalo Bayou Park

    Walk the trails to the Rosemont Bridge for the skyline view.

  6. Evening

    Montrose

    Have dinner at one of Montrose's acclaimed restaurants.