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Mrail to Minute Maid Park
I want to ride the Metro rail from Reliant Park to Minute Maid Park. Which exit should I depart on? Also what is the latest return train ride back to Kirby parking lot?
Hi Kenneth,
You would get off on the Preston St. stop. See this piece for more details on MetroRail. The schedule depends on the day of the week. Sun-Thurs the last train southbound is at midnight and on Fridays and Saturdays it's 2:20 am. Here's a link to the schedule.
Hope this helps!
Veronica
travel
lived in texas all of my life. have been to san antonio and Corpus tons!! where else in texas are family things to do with a 17 year old girl that, mother, grandmother and 17 year old would all like to do. Thanks!!!!!
Hi Jackie,
I don't know about other Texas towns, but I know there are a ton of things to do in Houston all year round!
Be sure to check out our Events Calendar throughout the year for updates on new and exciting events.
Have you ever checked out our itinerary ideas? We have itineraries for everyone, so I'm sure you can grab some great ideas from there.
Have you checked out our museums in a while? The Natural Science Museum is about to open it's newest exhibit, Ancient Egypt.
Let me know if you have any specific interests or questions that I can help you with further.
Best,
Veronica
amine
can you tell me where or give me links to anime shops in or around houston area? Thanks!!!!!
Hi Jackie,
I'm not too familiar with anime shops in Houston, but I found this link on Yelp that may help.
Best,
Veronica
Houston Events
Hi Veronica, My company is running a marketing program in Houston from May to the end of July, and we're looking for the best, most exciting events happening in the city. We've already partnered with several great ones, including Free Press Summer Fest, Juneteenth, etc, but need more for the program. Ideally, we're looking for well-attended (10,000+ attendees) events, and especially ones that appeal to the Hispanic market, though all large events are valid possibilities. If you have any help for us non-Houstonians, that would be such a help! Thanks!
Hi Maddy,
I suggest you check out our Events Calendar to see what is happening May and July. The biggest events coming up are Pride Houston and Freedom Over Texas.
I don't think there are many large Hispanic events going on during that time. You can certainly reach out to Celia Morales, our Deputy Director of International Public Relations, periodically to see if anything new has been booked.
Hope this helps,
Veronica
Comments:
posted on:
05/23/2013
1:20 PM
by: Maddy Pryor from Los Angeles
Thank you! This was hugely helpful, I am reaching out to Celia. However, we are really looking for the events that are a under the radar. We have done a lot of online searching and googling, and events like Freedom Over Texas and Juneteenth are being explored, but we really would like to find the large events that maybe aren't as prominent. Maybe ones that locals would be well aware of but a Los Angeles company would not. If you can help, that would be great!
Relocating
Hi there! I'm thinking of relocating, on a whim, and I've narrowed down my search to Houston. I've been looking into where to live, and I would love your input on neighborhoods. Price aside, if you could LIVE anywhere in Houston, where would you live? And, because I don't know you very well ;) If you were me, what would you recommend. Likes-Food, Arts, Outside Activities (Backyard is a +), dancing, other young 30 couple stuff. Dislikes-TRAFFIC, Constant Noise. Any help would be much appreciated. :-) P.S. I have checked out your neighborhood page,it's great, but a bit vague.
Hi Jen,
We're so glad you're relocating to Houston!
First off, I suggest you request a free relocation guide from the Greater Houston Partnership. You can do so here.
As far as neighborhoods that are close to the action, Montrose, West University/Rice, The Heights, Midtown, and Downtown are all great neighborhoods.
As you may know, Houston has a bustling arts and culture scene - the Theater District and Museum District are great places for you to live by. Also, Houston is definitely a town for foodies, here is a link to dining in Montrose, 15 Iconic Houston Meals and Award Winning Restaurants. As far as outside activities, you should check out our parks and outdoor section for fun things to do all over the city. If you're a runner, Memorial Park trail and Rice University trails are great.
Let me know if any of these neighborhoods spark your interest or you have any more specific questions that I can help you with.
Best,
Veronica
Hotel
What's a good hotel location when purchasing the city pass ?
Hi Yelise,
Pretty much any hotel in Downtown Houston (consider the Hyatt Regency, Embassy Suites and Crowne Plaza just to name a few) is accessible to the majority of our CityPASS attractions via our light rail line. I suggest booking directly via the link above for the best price guarantee. The rail runs through Downtown directly to the Museum District where you can explore the Natural Science Museum, Fine Arts Museum, Zoo and more. The Downtown Aquarium is, of course, Downtown so that works as well. Neither Kemah Boardwalk nor Space Center Houston are easily accessible via public transportation, so I suggest renting a car if you plan to go to either of these.
If you want to stay within walking distance of the Museums, consider Hotel Zaza, which is adjacent to the Fine Arts and Natural Science museums. Book that property here.
I hope this helps.
Veronica
The best mall
I have been looking online, and my husband and 13 yr boy. Are looking to go to a mall besides Willowbrook(which is fine ). We were thinking Katy Mills, or the Galleria. What mall would you recommend for shopping, entertainment and just general fun. Or any amusement park? Thanks for advice ! Jessica
Hi Jessica,
I like Katy Mills a lot. Plus there's a huge Bass Pro Shop there if you guys are into the outdoors at all. Of coruse there's also the Galleria. There is a Studio Movie Grill and Cinemark movie theater near Memorial City Mall, which is nice. Since you guys are coming from Tomball, I wasn't going to recommend the malls on the south side of town, but if you wanted to do a couple things--you could hit up Kemah Boardwalk for fun and do some shopping at Baybrook Mall.
Hope this helps!
Veronica
Need help finding a place to stop for a bus tour.
Hi Veronica, I will be traveling across the country with a team of people in a bus to promote brand awareness for our company. We are looking for a good place to park our bus where it can be seen by people and where we can interact with passers by and give handouts. I would very much appreciate it if you would let me know where a good place to go would be on July 16 or 17. Warm regards, Jack
Hi Jack,
I would check with some of the urban parks like Discovery Green in Downtown Houston. I think whoever you work with you will need to obtain a permit or permission of some sort. You may also want to check with the Downtown District to see if they have any recommendations.
Veronica
First Birthday Ideas
Hi there! I'm looking for ideas for a child's first birthday. Our home is far too small for a party and I'd really like something unique. We are thinking about 25-30 people at the very least. Thanksa
Vanessa,
I would definitely look into the Children's Museum, the Houston Zoo and the Downtown Aquarium. We also have a great list of kid-friendly restaurants--any restaurant on this list would be a good option. Hope this helps!
Veronica
Cruise Parking
I am going to be in Houston on or about July 20th and am scheduled to board a cargo ship for a 26 day journey to various ports in Mexico and Central America. At your cargo terminal, is there free parking for cargo ship passengers near the loading and unloading dock area? I understand there is paid parking for the cruise ship passengers but can find no info about your cargo terminals. Can you provide me any info or contact number regarding this issue. Since I will be at sea about 30 days, I cannot afford to use the cruise terminal parking. Thank you. JW Cook Danville, Illinois
JW,
Are you sailing from the Port of Houston or the Port of Galveston?
Veronica
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