Best Shopping Malls in Kingwood Area

"Houston Center for Photography, Houston|© Photo Courtesy Houston Center for Photography. The Houston Center for Photography showcases photographs from the 20th and 21st centuries, from well-established names to emerging talents. If you are in school or would like to get more experience with creative classes and events, whether you want to learn how to capture photography on the street, lighting workshops, or you just want to gain knowledge outside of the classroom, sign up as a volunteer or apply for their internship."

"Museum DistrictHours: Wed & Thurs, 11am-9pm; Fri, 11am-5pm; Sat & Sun, 11am-7pmNotes: Hit HCP’s free galleries (donations appreciated), where you’ll find some truly fine works of contemporary photography that will have you second-guessing yesterday’s #burritogram. Don’t worry, it also offers over 300 photography classes and workshops year-round, though you’ll have to shell out some cash for those."

"One of the best things you are able to do is to head to the mall and go window browsing!. And the best place to go window browsing at is the Galleria. It is the largest mall in the state of Texas as well as being the 7th largest mall in the United States."

"The Galleria Mall (Simon) Only incorporated in 1837, Houston is a young city. Before we grew into our fourth largest city status and developed great attractions like beautiful parks, museums, national sports franchises, and world-class performance venues and companies, all we had to do with our oil money was to go shopping. So your next stop is to Houston’s monument to retail, the Galleria."

"Get in some shopping at The Galleria, Houston’s upscale shopping center with boutiques like Allsaints, Bottega Veneta and Louis Vuitton all available for your perusal. This year alone, 35 new shops are still to come. For breakfast, try brunch at Peli Peli, also located at The Galleria. Their South African deep-fried waffles and prawn cake benedicts are sure to whet your appetite."

"The first fully air-conditioned mall to be built in Houston, PlazAmericas, previously known as Sharpstown Mall, occupies a space of 83,000 sq ft (7,711 sq m). The mall has a Latin American vibe and caters to Hispanics, which composed the 52% of the population of the three-mile area, where it is located. It features over 150 stores, including Foot Locker, Journeys, Champs Sports, TX America Cinemas, Deli Maxx, Crazy Chicken, and more."

"Walk across the street into the center of Jones Plaza. To your east is the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. To your west is the Sundance movie theatre. To your north is the Alley Theatre and somewhat obscured to the left of the Alley Theatre is the Wortham Theatre, home of the Houston Grand Opera."

"The MFAH not only benefit the never ending visitors who come to enjoy the museum’s stunning collection of over 6,000 years of history and approximately 64,000 works from six continents, but also the 1.25 million who attend the museum’s workshops, programs and resource centers every year. This world class museum takes great pride in being home to treasures such as Gleizes’s La Femme, Memling’s portrait, Monet’s Water Lilies and an impressive amount of Roman period sculptures and paintings. If you want to make sure you’re not going to miss anything, there are 45 minute guided tours for the family to enjoy."

"There's something mesmerizing about sitting in a darkened planetarium, gazing at the domed ceiling, and watching the spectacle unfold above you. Burke Baker grants just such an experience, courtesy of feature presentations that riff on space travel and exploration, the history of the moon, the evolution of our own planet, constellations, and the possibilities of extraterrestrial life. Other shows let visitors take a microscopic journey through the body or groove to Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon" through lights and music."

"AFTERNOON: The Houston Museum of Natural Science, one of the most visited museums in the U.S., features the Wortham IMAX Theatre, Burke Baker Planetarium, Cockrell Butterfly Center, permanent exhibit halls and traveling exhibitions. One of the best discovery places for kids and adults alike."

"Situated within the University of Houston’s Arts District, the Blaffer Art Museum was established in 1973 and is a contemporary art museum. It is known for its various exhibitions that feature artwork by international and national artists and well as artists from the university. Address : 4173 Elgin St, Houston, TX 77004, United StatesTimings : 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm (Wednesday- Sunday), Monday- Tuesday closedEstablished : 1973Original Name : Sarah Campbell Blaffer Gallery"

"Third WardHours: Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm (Thurs to 8pm)Notes: This University of Houston contemporary art museum presents and creates six to eight art exhibits every year. Plus, there’s a lineup of free and open-to-the-public lectures, film screenings, conversations, and events. Double plus, there’s a Frenchy’s on campus."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Jhihyinlee used under CC BY-SA 3.0. A winner of several national and international awards, the Blaffer Art Museum boasts some thought-provoking pieces of art, to say the least. It is famous for the frequent exhibitions it hosts on a variety of subjects."

"This brand-new shop was instantly one of our favorite places to get donuts. As the name suggests, their donuts are delicious. Dine-in to enjoy their happy, exciting atmosphere and dig into their great donut options."

"McGovern Centennial Gardens is technically part of Hermann Park, but we listed it separately because it requires a permit and fee. But it is a beautiful location and worth the small hassle. The Centennial Green is a long manicured lawn with a large mount at the end of it."

"These recently opened gardens have a spiral climbing hill that affords views of the construction cranes poking up through the skyline. It also has extensive botanical and sculpture gardens with notables such as..."

"The McGovern Centennial Gardens & Cherie Flores Garden Pavilion is also a must-see. If you’re already at the park, lunch at its Pinewood Café is a natural choice. Grab a wrap or fresh salad and eat alfresco."

"Terry Hershey Park is one of the few parks in Houston with something akin to hills, which make the trails at this park great for biking, though they are open to hiking/walking as well. If you’re pushing a stroller, check out the Quail Trail, which is paved and should be easy to maneuver on. The 496 acre park features a canoe launch, wildflower garden, butterfly garden, playground, fishing area, and 12 miles of trails."

"With over 10 miles of trails for hiking and biking, Terry Hershey Park is one of Houston’s best-rated parks. Nature lovers will especially love the hiking Terry Hershey Park offers, as many of the trails run along Buffalo Bayou and are located in a wooded setting. The park’s natural diversity is a habitat for many of the Gulf Coast birds who call Houston home."

"15200 Memorial Drive, Houston 77079 There are three trails branching from Terry Hershey Park off Buffalo Bayou. The massive park has a playground, and while many of the trails on its property are popular for biking, many are still fit for a nice hike. There are multiple trails to choose from, ranging from paved to unpaved."