| Alley Theatre |
Theater
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615 Texas St. , 713-220-5700
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The Alley was founded over sixty years ago as Houston’s theatre company. It exists to provide audiences with the highest quality theatre, offering a wide variety of work including new plays, classics, the re-discovered and the rarely-performed, and new musical ...
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| Architecture Center Houston (ArCH) |
Theater
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315 Capitol
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The space occupies approximately 5,000 square feet carved from the old Albert Thomas Convention Center in Phase II of the Bayou Place renovation. ArCH houses the offices of the American Institute of Architecture, Houston Chapter, the Architecture Center Houston Foundation, ...
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| BBVA Compass Stadium |
Ballpark
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2200 Texas
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Completed in 2012, BBVA Compass Stadium is host to Houston Dynamo soccer games, Texas Southern football games and other special events.
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| Buffalo Bayou Partnership Pontoon Boat |
Historic
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1113 Vine St. , Suite 200, 713-752-0314
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You can party on a boat in the middle of downtown and experience it like never before. The Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s pontoon boat tours visit landmarks like historic Allen’s Landing (Houston’s birthplace) and slip past lushly landscaped Sabine Promenade and ...
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| Crystal Ballroom at Post Rice Lofts |
Historic
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909 Texas, 713-227-7423
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Presidents, dignitaries, royalty, oilman and even knights have walked the floors of this historic landmark. The covered wrap-around terrace overlooking Main Street, lounge, built-in stage and dance floor, elegant lobby entrance, intricate murals and crystal chandeliers all create an ambience ...
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| Discovery Green |
Convention
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1500 McKinney, 713-400-7336
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Downtown's premier green space, Discovery Green encompasses 12 acres and is surrounded by the George R. Brown Convention Center, hotels and downtown sports arenas. The park was developed by the Houston Downtown Park Conservancy, a group of leading local foundations, philanthropists and ...
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| Downtown Houston |
Shopping
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100 Main
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Downtown Houston
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| Flying Saucer |
Historic
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705 Main, 713-228-7468
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This spot is a definite standout among downtown bars. Offering over 200 beers, with almost half on draft, Flying Saucer is a great place to hang out. A cool and relaxed atmosphere along with a hip crowd gives downtown visitors ...
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| George R. Brown Convention Center |
Convention
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1001 Avenida de las Americas, 713-853-8000
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With 1.2 million sq. ft. of exhibition, meeting and registration space, the George R. Brown Convention Center is one of the 10 largest conference facilities in the U.S. It features seven exhibit halls, 100 meeting rooms, a grand ballroom and ...
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| Heritage Society |
Civic Center
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1100 Bagby Street, 713-655-1912
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The Heritage Society is the custodian of some of the city’s oldest structures. Restored and authentically furnished, the buildings are open for guided tours upon request. This unusual outdoor facility in Houston’s first public park is available for weddings, receptions, ...
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| Hobby Center for the Performing Arts |
Theater
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800 Bagby, 713-315-2400
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The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts is a must-see, must-attend, state-of-the-art entertainment complex. Designed by Robert A. M. Stern, this $102 million shining star illuminates Houston's Theater District. The Hobby provides the ultimate experience for cultural-connoisseurs with two opulent, ...
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| House of Blues |
Shopping
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1204 Caroline, Houston Pavilions, 832-667-7732
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The anchor of GreenStreet, this music and entertainment location is the only House of Blues designed in a vertical format. The building holds a two-story music venue, retail store and the private Foundation Room. Capacity is 1,500 persons. Its Bronze ...
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| Jet Lounge |
Medical
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1515 Pease
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Jet Lounge hosts a variety of bands, DJs and hip-hop entertainers from all over the world. The laid-back rocker lounge is donned with local art and comfy couches.
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| Jones Hall for the Performing Arts |
Theater
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615 Louisiana, 713-227-3974
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Since the opening of Jones Hall in 1966, millions of arts patrons have enjoyed countless stage and musical performances at the venue. Dominating an entire city block, Jones Hall is stunning with its curving travertine marble facade, an exterior rectangle ...
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| Lucky Strike Lanes & Lounge |
Shopping
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1201 San Jacinto, Houston Pavilions, Level 3, 713-343-3300
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American Upscale bowling alley with a separate restaurant/lounge area. Bowlers and patrons relax on sleek leather couches and enjoy floor-to-ceiling video screens that flash movie clips and music videos as DJs deliver danceable grooves. A fairly priced Americana menu with ...
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| Magnolia Ballroom |
Historic
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715 Franklin, 713-223-8508
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The Magnolia Brewery Building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, has been honored with a Texas Historical Marker and just recently became the first commercial Protected Houston Landmark. Located in the Historic District on Market Square, the ...
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| Majestic Metro |
Historic
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911 Preston Ave. , 713-224-7226
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Who wouldn’t want to plan a party in the only historic theater left intact in downtown Houston? The Majestic Metro features beautifully appointed decor, a grand exterior building marquee to announce your event, and a-state-of-the-art music and dance lighting system. ...
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| Minute Maid Park |
Ballpark
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501 Crawford St., 713-259-8800
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You’re in a Major League Baseball park for goodness sake. Arrange batting practice on the field, run the bases or say “I do” at home plate. Minute Maid Park can host as many as seven large events at one time ...
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| The Corinthian |
Historic
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202 Fannin at Franklin, 713-523-5780
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Built at the turn of the century as the First National Bank, it is the largest remaining example of neoclassical architecture in the Historic District. They’ve been awarded the Houston Preservation Alliance’s Gold Brick Award, meaning they can accommodate large ...
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| The Downtown Club |
Skyline
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910 Louisiana St., 49th Floor, 713-632-1554
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Their three unique locations give you three very different options. The Plaza Club features a spectacular view of the city at sunset while the Center Club boasts a large, inviting lobby area and a beautiful, wood-detailed bar in the Grille ...
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| Toyota Center |
Convention
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1510 Polk Street, 713-758-7200
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Since opening in October 2003, Toyota Center has set a new standard for sports and entertainment, becoming one of the premier live entertainment venues in the nation. Laid over the span of six city blocks, Toyota Center is home to ...
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| Treebeards |
Historic
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315 Travis, 713-228-8228
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Housed in Houston's second oldest building, the Baker Travis Building (circa 1870), Treebeards on Market Square is located in the heart of the downtown Historic District. The second floor features an inviting balcony that overlooks Market Square Park. Full bar ...
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| Venue |
Skyline
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719 Main Street, 713-236-8150
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You can choose how much of the lavish space you rent – including the whole shebang. The Red Room is sophisticated and secluded while the Mirror Lounge offers a darker, more intimate setting, with large circled mirrors covering the back ...
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| Veranda by *17 |
Historic
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1117 Prairie, 832-200-8807
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A permanent tented roof and central air conditioning have transformed the Veranda into a semi-outdoor oasis in the heart of downtown. Featuring cuisine from award-winning *17 restaurant, the Veranda at The Sam Houston Hotel is an ideal venue for weddings, ...
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| Willow Street Pump Station |
Warehouse
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811 N. San Jacinto
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The Willow Street Pump Station is an important architectural artifact of Houston. The Pump Station is located near the confluence of White Oak and Buffalo Bayou. While the structure has been updated for contemporary use, the red brick building's original architectural elements ...
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