Yalodde Niran Botanica

Visit the Chapel of St. Basil, based at the University of St. Thomas. Designed by renowned architect Phillip Johnson, the chapel includes three functioning bells, a custom-built organ, and an overall style reminiscent of historic European churches. The chapel hosts Mass every day. It seats about 225 people and is lit from the inside by natural light from the dome, a skylight over the altar, and the statue of Our Lady on the east wall and from the asymmetrical glass cross on the west wall.

Duck into an authentic Irish-style pub, where live music, pints, and lip-smacking pub food rule the evening. McGonigel's Mucky Duck is a nightlife spot in Houston that's celebrated for its Irish nights featuring open calls for musicians and Irish dancers to entertain the crowd.

Explore a world of science and adventure at Moody Gardens, where there's always something new and exciting to discover. The tourist attraction features three main pyramids with an aquarium, rainforest, and discovery center. There's also an IMAX Theater, a paddle-wheel cruise boat, a hotel, and a convention center. As one of the premier educational and leisure facilities in the Southwest, it provides horticultural therapy, education, and employment for individuals with a wide range of physical and emotional disabilities.