Oh, The Galleria! My ex-husband is from Houston and I've…read morebeen to The Galleria many, many times. In fact, I started going long before I knew my husband. My dad also lived in Houston and we'd often do shopping or eating at the mall. My daughter (who is now 30) loved (& still does) skating at the ice rink during the holidays. It's a magically fun experience. The Galleria is always incredibly decorated for the holidays. I still get to Houston 1-2 times a year and always enjoy visiting The Galleria. The Galleria itself has not only the ice rink but office space, two hotels, lots of places to eat, and shopping. The retail offerings range from shops like H&M, Macy's, and Nordstrom to high-end luxury shops like Gucci & Chanel. We were there just a few months ago and it was just as fun and exciting as my first visit! Gang, there are so many stores here. Like crazy amounts (a few hundred). It's very large and easy to navigate and of course gets extremely busy during peak times. A must-visit for locals and tourists alike.

Shopping can be hit or miss, and on this particular day, it was definitely a miss. My friends and I…read moreare dedicated bargain shoppers, and despite our best efforts, the Houston Galleria wasn't giving up any deals. With only about an hour before leaving Houston, our shopping mission was more of a speed run than a leisurely browse. Even without scoring any purchases, the Houston Galleria remains an impressive destination. The moment you step inside, you experience bright lights, multiple levels of stores, and a steady stream of shoppers that create an energetic, bustling atmosphere. Beyond shopping, the mall offers entertainment options such as its iconic indoor ice-skating rink, making it easy to spend an entire day there. One of the Galleria's biggest strengths is its variety. Luxury retailers like Chanel and Louis Vuitton share space with more accessible brands such as Banana Republic and American Eagle, offering something for nearly every budget and style. Whether you're on a focused shopping mission or simply window-shopping, there's plenty to explore...even if, in our case, we left empty-handed. The dining options are equally diverse, ranging from food-court favorites to sit-down restaurants like The Cheesecake Factory and Shake Shack to Chic-fil-a. While we didn't find the bargains we were hoping for, our fast-and-furious shopping adventure was filled with laughter and great conversation, and the kind of fun that comes from spending time with good friends. Sometimes spending quality time with friends is the best find of all.

The Shops at Houston Center (which recently rebranded as The Highlight) is a super convenient spot…read moreright in the heart of downtown, especially if you use the skywalks to get around. It's an excellent place to grab a bite or take care of errands during the week, featuring great lunch staples like Salata, Leaf & Grain, and Doozo's Dumplings. They also have an awesome tech-infused mini-golf spot called Puttshack and a GNC, making it a really solid mix of quick dining, entertainment, and everyday essentials.

Lots of vacant shops at 3:00 in the afternoon. Only things open were Hallmark and an Art Store…read more There are 3 medical clinics which seemed weird to me.

Post is offering the FIFA soccer game matches on their big screen! Get some food sit and watch,…read morelots of seats available and lots of food options! Good service and clean. They offer pop up markets where you can shop and get matcha or a sweet bite etc. Post is in a great location where you can explore downtown after.

What a great place for events! I went to a market for makers event with my girls who are artists…read more We had a great time. It was my first time visiting POST Houston. This event is geared towards the artists and creatives at heart. The building sets the tone before you even go inside with all the colorful art designs all over. It's like industrial design meeting the new modern design, it's enticing. Makes you want to see what's on the inside. We walked through most of the vendors that had a shop. I say most but there were so many I'm sure there was a lot more to see. The rooftop is a beautiful place to take photos and get a pretty nice view of art district.

Beautiful little old-school shopping mall on the edge of River Oaks that is just so enjoyable. The…read moreheart of Houston. Luvz.

Love the Barnes and Noble here, and the pet clinic, they've both been a huge help to me in the past.read more

6.25.22 Love the shopping area - but the parking is a…read morenightmare. The shops are very well kept. They look so inviting and I love the great plants outside a lot of the stores. It make the area so beautiful. It is easier if you just park your car and walk to all the shops.

It's a very fancy place to shop. I only been Highland Village few times because I don't like…read morerailroad tracks and waiting for train to go pass. Parking is a bit hassle. Every other stall says pick up. Not sure if the stall next to it need to be empty, so whatever you're picking up can be loaded. The mall is all exterior. There's a parking garage hidden behind PF Chang's restaurant. It's more festive during the holidays. I think I'll be back to visit some fancy stores when the weather gets cooler.

Drive for lunch and happy hour. Lots of potential. Not really for tourists. 2 blocks of Open mall…read moreconcept. Too bad... no shops nothing but companies and restaurants. But very green for houston!! Thought i was in emeryville. Great if you want lunch and you work nearby. When its 120F its probably a nice escape. Near the historic library and government buildings.

This is a nice little group of businesses that was outside of my hotel. I didn't get to go inside…read moreany of the little shops, but I did window shop and see this is definitely where I want to come back.

Very cool art shop featuring over 180+ local artists work and something for everyone. A great place…read moreto look for gifts or support local artists. As small as it seems there is about a million different types of products in here including jewelry, wall art, and home decor! You for sure have to take a few laps around the store and look at every angle to make sure you saw it all. I was in a bit of a rush when I was here so i definitely will have to come back. I felt very welcomed and appreciated the kind energy of the employee! It had a few parking spots out front but I'm sure there's street parking nearby if it fills.

If you're into art outside of the norm (but not too far to the weird side) and want to support…read morelocal, definitely stop by this shop! The owner is absolutely lovely and the space they've curated is very inclusive, diverse, and exciting. There's everything from crotchet pokemon to psychedelic paintings. I loved learning that artists can apply to have their items there The shop is quite small, but you can spend a lot of time shopping - either taking in all the art on the walls or flipping through art in bins. It has a nice intimate environment that's welcoming and friendly I also like that it's off the beaten path in the heights. I wouldn't have found it had I not been driving by, but I'm so glad I did! It's part of a shopping center with a few other unique shops, so it does share parking with those. That being said, I got a parking spot right in front of the door (midday on wednesday). I'm very excited to go back and spend some more time checking things out. They also do themed art shows which is neat!