Houston is the largest city in Texas and the nation’s fourth largest city. It is a wonderful city to visit and there is always something to do or see in Houston. With Airport Parking Connection’s Houston city guide, you can explore the numerous hot spots throughout Houston.

Arriving at the IAH Airport

The George Bush Intercontinental Airport is the second largest air facility. You can imagine the immense crowds, busy terminals, and abundance of cars parked in the lots and driving around the airport terminals. You don’t need to worry about IAH airport parking with Airport Parking Connection. We make Houston Airport parking simple.

• Taxi – You can take a taxi from your hotel or park in a lot near the airport and take a taxi directly to your terminal. If you choose to park near the IAH airport, Airport Parking Connection offers discount airport parking prices, safe and secure lots, and quick and easy reservations.
• Hotel Shuttle – Many of the nearby hotels offer complimentary shuttles to and from IAH. Be sure to check your hotel to see if they offer a complimentary airport shuttle.
• Car Rental – You can always rent a car at or near the airport. While this can be beneficial if you plan on driving a lot, it can also be time-consuming and frustrating. Be sure to check various car rental companies to compare rates and distances from your terminal.
• Airport Parking – Your best option when you travel to/from Houston is parking near Houston airport. Parking is easy and stress-free with Airport Parking Connection. We offer discount airport parking rates, easy reservations, a hassle-free cancellation policy, and secure parking lots. We also provide complimentary shuttle services to and from your terminal.

Tourist Attractions in Houston

Throughout Houston there are a variety of historic buildings, museums, interesting sightseeing opportunities, and other attractions. Below is a short list of some of the popular Houston attractions.  

• Theater District - The theater district is a 17-block area in the heart of downtown Houston. It is home to nine performing arts organizations, the famous 130,000 square-foot Bayou Place entertainment complex, gourmet restaurants, plazas, shops, parks, and more. More than two million people visit the Houston Theater District annually.
• San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site - This historic site is home to the location of the Battle of San Jacinto, the USS Texas, and the exquisite San Jacinto Monument. The famous Battle of San Jacinto is the battle that brought Texas its independence. The site spans about 1,200 acres. It is located within minutes of downtown Houston and offers a unique opportunity to experience history.
• Memorial Park - Memorial Park is one of the nation’s largest urban parks covering approximately 1,466 acres. The park has many attractions and outdoor recreational activities, including an 18-hole Memorial Park Golf Course, facilities for tennis, softball, swimming, track, croquet, volleyball, skating, cycling, and running, the Seymour Lieberman Exercise Trail, various hiking, jogging, and walking trails, and picnic areas. Exploring the park is a wonderful way to spend a day in Houston.
• Houston Arboretum and Nature Center - The Arboretum sits on 155 acres within Memorial Park. At the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center (HANC), there are various events and daily activities. Some of the event and activities include Arbor Day, Breakfast with the Birds, Tai Chi, woodcarving, tree sales, and much, much more. The Center also offers educational opportunities where children and adults can learn from experienced naturalists and trained volunteers.
• Port of Houston - The port offers a free 90-minute boat tour around the port and ship channel. The tour embarks from the Sam Houston Pavilion. While on the tour, you can enjoy views of international cargo vessels since it is in close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and operations at the Turning Basin Terminal.
• Houston Zoo - The Houston Zoo is amazing. It spans 55 acres and is home to thousands of animals representing more than 500 species. Visiting the zoo is a unique, fun, exiting, and educational experience for all. Throughout the year, the zoo offers special private and public events and entertainment and daily educational opportunities.

Houston Nightlife

Houston is home to some of the best local bars and pubs around. Along with the local bars and pubs, Houston offers gourmet restaurants, including famous BBQ joints, trendy clubs and lounges, and a variety of other places offering a fun night out on the town.

Houston Sports

• The Houston Astros - The Houston Astros play Major League Baseball and are currently housed at the Minute Maid Park. In their decades of existence, the Astros have made several playoff appearances but only one World Series appearance, in which they lost to the Chicago White Sox.
• The Houston Texans - The Texans are Houston’s NFL team, joining the NFL as an expansion team in 2002. They play at the Reliant Stadium. Reliant Stadium is actually part of a collection of fantastic venues, which are collectively called Reliant Park. Reliant Stadium was the first facility in the NFL to have a retractable roof. While the Houston Texans have had many triumphant victories, they have yet to win a championship.
• The Houston Rockets - The Rockets are Houston’s NBA team. They have been a very successful franchise, winning a couple championships, several conference titles, and several division titles. They had a 22-game winning streak in 2008, which is currently the second-longest winning streak in NBA history behind the Los Angeles Lakers. The Rockets are housed at the Toyota Center.

Houston Weather

Houston enjoys hot summers and temperate winters. Additionally, it can get windy in the winter and, in the summer months, it can get humid. July tends to be the hottest month and June tends to be the wettest. During the summer months, there are usually frequent thunderstorms.