Memorial Park is my best 3 mile walk spot…read more I previously, before COVID I walked and ran 1-2 times a week. After COVID I only came here 1-3 times a year. My plan is to get back to walking weekly and start being able to run again. I really like the newest version of the walking areas.

Very peaceful and serene, miles and miles of walking trails. They do have food and drink trailers.read more

How can you go wrong at the park?…read more Especially on nice, but warm day. How about just adding a fruit flavored ice bar. It really made the day pleasant.

This is hands down one of my favorite spots to view the Houston skyline. On a nice day, Eleanor…read moreTinsley will be PACKED. In addition to the beautiful view, this park has sand volleyball courts and plenty of open space. Many people bring dogs, strictly on-leash, and when the weather is nice, there will be picnics and photo shoots everywhere. I love to take a book and walk my dog here. It's tucked into Buffalo Bayou, pretty close to the Cistern. Street parking is available, with some extra off of Sabine Street, just a short walk from here. Would definitely recommend stopping by, my spirits are always high at this park!

BEAUTIFUL PARK! I have lived in Houston for years and only ever scratched the surface of this…read moreBuffalo Bayou Park. It's so clean and I absolutely love all the wild flowers this time of year. This is one of the best place to bike in the inner loop with the separated biking and pedestrian trails. Connects to the heights and all major neighborhoods. A lovely place to get a walk or bike ride in on the evenings or weekends! There are quite a few manicured grass spots for picnics or to bring a book, as well as shaded areas. I have always felt very safe at this park. A 'not so hidden' gem as parking can be a little tough, but leads to not very busy trails. I never realized how beautiful this park is compared to the days I would only drive by!

The Houston Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park is not only an amazing piece of Houston history but also…read morea wonderful structure to tour. In a city that is known for tearing down and paving over so much of our history, it is wonderful that this was saved and has been made into a place that visitors can visit and experience. I went with some friends from Kingwood on a Photo Walk of the area, we were lucky that the light and sound experience was still going on, each column in the cistern has LED lighting that changes to the tune of some aethereal music playing silently, the acoustics of the cistern make it sound so beautiful and mesmerizing. When you purchase your ticket online you choose one of the available times, upon entry they give you 30 minutes, the time passed quickly. Be ready if you are taking pictures or better yet, a video. Smart phones work great but you might consider turning off auto focus and just focusing manually if you know how because when it gets dark for a moment and then the lights come on most cameras auto focus has to search for focus so it goes in and out of focus. When you leave, there is a skateboard park up above and worth some time for taking pictures of the acrobatic skating going on.

This is a pretty cute park for kids but the only thing is that there is a section. Your kids run…read morearound really quickly like mine. We can't see them through the wood slats so you spend a lot of time walking around through them. Always a muddy spot there no matter so beware. Also there is no restroom or water fountain. I believe they are trying to make changes to the park sometimes soon.

I took my 5 yr old and 1.5 yr old here with a friend and her kids for the first time on a Sunday…read moremorning around 10 am. There is street parking that was easily accessible to the front of the gated park entrance. The wooden playground was large and had 2 sections for bigger kids & smaller kids. The wooden train was unique and many kids enjoyed exploring it. There weren't as many picnic tables. I didn't see any bathrooms. Our kids had a lot of fun and I especially appreciated the fenced in park to keep the kids safe. It's close to many shops like Cloud 9 creamery and Common Bond. I definitely plan to come back again.

I came here for Sunset Bingo to take advantage of the nice (rare late spring) breeze,…read morewell-maintained greenery, and amazing prizes available. The Michael Jackson playlist serenading us from the Gaspacho's eatery was nostalgic. Even though the Sunset Bingo MC was difficult to hear while seated on the grass, the staff were more than willing to rearrange some tables to accommodate the growing crowd. On my way to the (super clean!) restroom I I saw that they had a reading room, which made me instantly fall in love! They also have an arts & craft station with materials free to use. There were many families with young kids enjoying the water playground areas. The fact that they have family reservations available lets me know that this park is well aware of its draw and appeal. Birthdays? reunions? book a spot! The nearby restaurants and easy parking are major pluses. Levy Park has a packed calendar of events so I'm bound to be back before the summer ends.

This park on Eastside Street is such a wonderful place to have in Houston. It offers plenty of room…read moreand amenities, including a dog park, an activity lawn, promenade, a children's park, pavilion, and an event lawn, plus restaurants nearby. With street parking in the surrounding area and clearly marked parking areas for the park itself, it's a pleasure to visit. As an added safety feature, they've got security that actively make rounds in the park and by the parking areas monitoring. There are plenty of tables at this park as well as areas for play. Stumble upon their games cart with a rotating supply of board games and strategy games to have some fun with friends or the kids, the art cart with some crafty supplies and the reading room which holds some books and magazines to borrow. They take donations too so you can reach out to them if so desired! The park is clean for what it is, and some areas have device charging stations along with free wifi. Their website also has a calendar of events to check out.

Had the opportunity to attend yoga in Discover Green hosted by UTHealth Houston. The park host a…read morevariety of free weekly classes, each led by different specialized instructors and local studios..

Excellent park and hangout location for the entire family. I especially enjoy the concert series in…read moreMarch, Sunday evenings. The area isn't very large but centrally situated near entertainment and restaurants. As with most downtown venues, parking can be a challenge and expensive.

Back again at my favorite outdoor space in Houston! Plenty of parking, great walking trail, and my…read morego to for outdoor walks and activities

Walking trail should be accessible. I didn't like how tree roots ruin the sidewalk but that's just…read morenature. Can't really fault it for doing what it is supposed to do. It's a great place to get your prom pictures taken or take a tourist out.

The Japanese garden is a beautiful and free park that is open to the public. The park was well kept…read moreand an easy walk. It wasn't a large Japanese Garden, but still plenty of kois in the ponds and beautiful Japanese inspired structures. Parking was easy to find and also free (for 3 hours).

This was my first visit to the Japanese Garden in Houston, and it left a gentle impression on me. I…read morecame toward the tail end of winter, just as spring was teasing its way in. Here and there, I spotted a delicate cherry blossom and a few early blooms, though I wish I had visited at the peak of flower season. The garden itself is exquisitely designed and every corner seems crafted for peace, and I truly enjoyed the calm atmosphere. It felt like a small escape from the city hustle. That said, I did notice the cleanliness was a bit of an issue; the garden could definitely use some extra care to keep it pristine. Another small drawback was the restroom situation. There are only two available, and both were quite busy, so I ended up waiting a while and eventually decided it wasn't worth it. Still, the park draws a lovely crowd with people come to stroll, reflect, and soak in the beauty. If I'm in Houston again at a better time, I'll absolutely return to see the garden in full bloom. It has so much potential, and with a little more attention to detail, it could be a true hidden gem.

Hey, y'all look no further if you're looking for a nice park. It is now time for picnic weather…read morebefore it gets really hot and if you know you know. Sunday me and my family visited spots apart and it was very beautiful and very peaceful although they need to trim the grass and do some landscaping other than that. It's a very nice part to visit. I would suggest barbecuing some food or bringing sandwiches make sure you have bug spray a blanket and a wagon. Those are must things that you should have. I really enjoyed myself. Follow me on TikTok to see plenty other places I have visited in Houston. @Thegifted_____

Cute little park off of Memorial Dr. Walking paths that wind around it, although today some spots…read morewere extremely muddy due to the recent snow and rain we had. This park has trees shading picnic areas, basketball and volleyball courts, and a playground for the littles. It's tucked down below street level, so if you're driving on Memorial you are likely to miss it. Easily connects to the Buffalo Bayou Park by way of the Rosemont Pedestrian bridge.

River Oaks Park is a small neighborhood park inside one of the nicest districts in Houston. There's…read morefree tennis courts, picnic tables, basketball courts, and a playground (currently closed due to COVID). It won't take much time to walk through, but is enjoyable spot for some fresh air. We ended up walking through the neighborhood admiring the gorgeous houses after we completed the park.

My kid loves spending time here. The fence in area and the abundance of shade provided byu the…read morelarge trees are a big help to the summer heat. We even hosted our son birthday celebration here in the past. The park is situated in a residential area, so street parking is the only option. Finding a parking space especiaally during busy times or weekends can be a challenge. There are two aspects of this place that I find less appealing. Firstly the sporadic presence of ant (a little too much the city should really do something about it) Secondly, the lack of consideration shown by some of the dog owners who don't keep their pets on a leash. This is especially true when their dogs take a doodle but the owner doesn't pick it up. Really nasty in my opinion. Nothing towards the city but cmon guys, pick up the poop.