The Houston Zoo is home to more than 4,500 animals, with more than 900 species representing the seventh most-visited zoo in the nation. Explore the featured attractions, which include the Kipp Aquarium, The Fischer Bird Gardens, the Tropical Bird House, a Children's Zoo with a petting zoo and water playground, the World of Primates, the Wildlife Carousel, the McNair Asian Elephant Habitat, and the Reptile & Amphibian Building.
Lace up your running shoes and prepare to join The Chevron Houston Marathon festival that supports many charities, including CanCare, Texas Children's Hospital, and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. As the largest single-day sporting event in the city, all runners get a chance to participate in the course map that runs together with a half marathon and a 5K race, where thousands of runners and spectators get to enjoy the fun signage, clocks, bottled water, Gatorade, aid stations, and exhilarating entertainment.
Join the hustle and bustle of The Market Square Park, the original heart of community activity in downtown Houston. Combining live entertainment, tasty temptations, shady walkways, and dog runs to rival all dog runs, Market Square Park is reminiscent of another era where neighbors gather and enjoy the space they call home.
Astroville Tours is a locally-owned touring company based in the heart of Downtown Houston. They have been awarded the prestigious Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor for four years running and continue to dedicate themselves to making Houston a tourist-friendly city. Guests will discover the must-see hidden gems, including the most extensive downtown tunnel system in America, the original Astrodome, and the largest medical district in the world. Through their sightseeing tours and corporate and social event experiences, Astroville Tours is the perfect choice for you and your loved ones, business associates, and friends to enjoy the best sights, food, and views.