
Make the most of a layover in Houston with realistic itineraries for IAH and Hobby, bag storage tips, rideshare times, and 10 verified things to do.
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Make the most of a layover in Houston with realistic itineraries for IAH and Hobby, bag storage tips, rideshare times, and 10 verified things to do.

Houston CityPASS covers 5 of 7 major attractions for $82 per adult. See the math vs. individual tickets, the best itinerary, and who should skip it.

The 10 best birding spots near Houston — High Island, Brazos Bend, Bolivar Flats and more — confirmed open, with seasonal timing and key species for each.

The best places for day drinking in Houston — from West Alabama Ice House (open since 1985) to sprawling beer gardens with shade, games and dogs allowed.

Biking in Houston: 10 verified trails, from Terry Hershey's 11-mile shaded path to the 30-mile Brays Bayou Greenway, with rental tips and safety.

The best running trails in Houston: Memorial Park Loop, Buffalo Bayou, Terry Hershey and 7 more routes with distance, shade, water fountains and parking.

Houston's best recurring spring festivals, from the Rodeo at NRG Park to the world's largest Art Car Parade, Greek Fest, and more — with timing and tips.
From Viet-Cajun crawfish to Ninfa's original fajita, these are the iconic Houston foods — with origin stories and 12 verified places to eat them.

Six Michelin stars and 23 Bib Gourmands call the Houston area home. This guide covers all 11 top picks with reservation tips and what to order.

The best cookies in Houston: Tiff's warm-delivered chocolate chip, Three Brothers' rugelach, Tiny's cookies, and 5 more verified bakeries.

Where to eat on Airline Drive in Houston: 8 verified taquerias, birria trucks, a mariscos restaurant and pan dulce stops near the Canino market corridor.

Pennzoil Place to the Menil Collection: 10 Houston landmark buildings with architects, stories and a downtown walking route. Free to visit.