The Museum of Fine Arts is one of 19 museums located in the museum district in Houston. It…read moreencompasses 3 buildings each with several floors. They are connected via underground tunnels. Pricing for the museum is $24. There are several garages in the area to park at and parking is charged a hourly rate. Unfortunately I was short on time but was able to visit the Frida collection, Aztec civilization, and Islamic Art collections. All of the art work was unique. The Frida collection was extremely popular and that's where most of the museums visitors spent their time. Overall I really enjoyed my experience here and wish I had more time to explore. They do have several dining options at the museum including a Michelin star French restaurant, Le Jardinier. The menu looks great and looks like they had a lunch 2 course option there for $45.

Took advantage of Free Museum Thursday, and it was absolutely worth it! If you're looking for a…read morebudget-friendly outing, this is the perfect time to explore. There were plenty of amazing exhibits to see in the free galleries, and parking was only $10. I decided to upgrade my ticket for an additional $10 to access the special exhibits, and it was money well spent. The extra exhibits added so much more to the experience! Whether you're into art, history, or just looking for something fun to do, this is definitely a great way to spend a Thursday. Highly recommend checking it out!

The Turkish Cultural Center is such a warm and welcoming spot. They often host all kinds of events…read morehere, such as community or multi-cultural events. I have been visiting the "Turquoise/ Raindrop Center" for over a decade plus. This is a fun gathering spot for all, no matter what age bracket you fall under. The building itself is quite unique and the marble for it was imported from Turkey. They have a small café inside the cultural center, as well as a prayer room. The folks that run this place, such as the staff, are all incredibly warm and friendly. This is a wonderful spot to visit, it will surely make you feel like you're out of country, or completely elsewhere. It gives me the travel bug to visit Turkiye, but it also gives me an appreciation of living in such a diverse city such as Houston. Check-out this cultural center; it is warm and welcoming to all, no matter your origin or background. You can even subscribe to their email list in order to ensure that you don't miss out on any events! A cool home away from home spot, they even have a park in the backyard for children. See it for yourself!

I went there couple of times and spent quality time…read more.. Raindrop Turkish House is a non-profit ,educational, charitable, social and cultural organization founded by Turkish-Americans in Houston. There is a lot of clubs such as cooking club, ebru club , turkish language club..

A cool historical community-based center, the art program here is more Latino based art here. The…read morebuilding used to be an old school building use to be the Justin E. Dow Elementary School building, built in 1912. Despite the improvement they have done but it is still not as handicap friendly To enter the building there is a flight of stairs and they did build a ramp from an side entrance. But the ramp to go up inside the building is very steep, if you are in a wheelchair by yourself, it is very difficult to go up or go down without flying down. There are no ramps to go up to the second floor. The restroom on the first floor is not handicap friendly either as there is a step you have to get up to use the restroom and there is no grab bars and the sink and the toilet is so close, it is very tight inside. I love they have convert the classroom to different studio where you can take different class these offer here. I love the events they have here and the class but I wish they will improve on the accessibility for this place.

Came here for the Suchu Comedy Dance Fest a few days ago, and it was an awesome experience! The…read moredirectors of the facility are very nice and welcoming. There's a really cool mural on the back wall when you first walk in. I wish I could've gotten a picture of it, but I guess you'll have to go there and see it for yourself! The Suchu Fest has another show next weekend, so if you want to watch some great dancers or on a hilarious showcase, you should definitely attend!

We came here the Friday before 4th of July and they were open, praise be! Since it was a holiday,…read morestreet parking was also free. They've recently gone through a make over of their 2nd floor and it's a blast! I think it was very thoughtfully done and all kids under the age of 5 can enter. It's sectioned off into toddler and infant zones and even conveniently has a bag hang area so you can chase after your little ones. If you go to a Houston public library and complete a "Flip Kit" you can get a coupon to take 6 individuals in the museum for free! I highly recommend it!

This place is full of fun, but also full of people. I would say it was overcrowded. Compare to The…read moreThinkery in Austin and Doseum in San Antonio this place will be the last, and I would not go back. The vibes, the atmosphere is not something we enjoyed there. The most memorable place inside of the building was library, very bright, clean and peaceful. And maybe outdoor activities. Parking is available on the street and they have parking garage on site.

Serene, quite, great place to meditate and connect with oneself! Comfortable seating as main hall…read moreused to be a church. A little different for a Bhuddist temple.

This is one of the larger Buddhist Temples around. Spiritual, beautiful and well-manicured with…read morelots of plants and herbs. We were visiting while moderate landscaping was underway, but still able to enjoy the grounds, pray and just take in the serenity of it all. Extremely friendly and welcoming staff. Thank you for taking the time to speak with us and sharing your history of this temple.

I tried to visit lucky land last weekend and was disappointed to find that it's still temporary…read moreclosed. The parking lot was open to the flea market, but Lucky Land itself wasn't accessible. It was a bit nostalgic driving up, because I visited 12 years ago and remembered how fun it was. The displays and atmosphere really made me feel like i had stepped into China for a moment. I really hope they reopen soon.

A hidden gem. The place isn't too big, buts it adorable. Hopefully they can expand it in the…read morefuture. Tickets are $10

The Bird and The Bean…read more Love walking through the Cullen Sculpture Garden. It is free to visit on the grounds of the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. My two favorite pieces are The Bird by Joan Miro and The Bean by Anish Kapoor. The Bean is really titled Cloud Column. It is a precursor piece to the Cloud Gate, "The Bean," in Chicago. It is lovingly referred to locally as "El Frijole," or "The Bean" in Spanish. I love looking at the reflections of these two pieces. "Adam" by Antoine Bourdelle is so much fun to photograph. Bourdelle was a student of Rodin and a teacher of Matisse and Giacometti. They are all represented in the sculpture garden. From generation to generation. Rodin has several pieces here. Once I sent a group of students on a scavenger hunt here to find "The Walking Man." They had to take a photo as proof. The problem? There was a fundraiser going on at the time. The solution? They explained the challenge to the staff and still were able to get their photos very discreetly. Alexander Calder's The Crab. Painted in Calder Red. Look closely to see the legs of the red-shelled spider crab. Love the playfulness of this sculpture. Tony Cragg. Frank Stella. Bryan Hunt. Joel Shapiro. So many amazing modern sculptors. Check out the calendar for events. Yoga. Zumba. Lion dancing. MFAH on the Move. A great place to enjoy art.

The Cullen Sculpture Garden was one of the first few spots I visited when exploring Houston after…read moremoving here and I've been back several times since. The garden is situated right next to the Kinder Building and Glassell School of Art at the MFAH, on the corner of Montrose and Bissonnet Streets. While located at a major intersection of the Museum District, it's tucked tastefully behind an unassuming wall, making it easy to miss while driving by but pleasantly tranquil while inside. The garden has a large number of contemporary and classical pieces by several notable 20th and 21st century artists, such as Louise Bourgeois and Henri Matisse. One of the most popular sculptures is the Cloud Column, a 30-foot reflective steel bean shaped column designed by Anish Kapoor, the same artist who created the famous Chicago bean. This sculpture is a fantastic center to take photos from any angle. The space is designed with a number of low walls to create a natural separation between the pieces but still making it easy for visitors to wander around without a defined path. The garden is completely free to visit and has a number of small tables to sit down, relax, and immerse yourself in the visual experience.

A well curated collection of pieces and beautifully maintained gardens…read more I learned a lot about American history and its lesser known change makers as well as about Houston. I look forward to visiting again for events in the gardens.

The customer service here was awful. Daniel was the meanest person I have ever interacted with he…read morewas demeaning, cruel, and just overall very rude. The way he explained their policies was judgmental, and didn't even seem like he wanted to help. Horrible to navigate, and super confusing. I would absolutely never come back here again, and I would not recommend. Take your time elsewhere, where you will be appreciated.