Houston
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- Introduction
- Neighbourhoods
- Sights and Activities
- Events and Festivals
- Weather
- Getting There
- Getting Around
- Eat
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- Sleep
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Introduction
Houston is the fourth largest city in the United States and the largest in Texas.
Sights and Activities
- Space Center Houston is the official visitors’ center at NASA's Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center. You will find interactive exhibits, a shuttle simulator and numerous presentations detailing NASA's history.
- The Theatre District
- Houston Zoo, within Hermann Park, houses over 4,500 animals in 900 species.
- The Galleria is Texas' largest mall
- Enjoy some sporting action while watching the Houston Astros (MLB), Houston Rockets (NBA), Houston Texans (NFL) or Houston Dynamo (MLS).
Events and Festivals
- The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is held over 20 days from late February to early March.
- The Houston Pride Parade is a night-time gay pride parade held each year in June.
Weather
Houston has a humid subtropical climate, with occasional tornadoes in spring. Prevailing winds from the south and southwest bring heat from Mexico's deserts and moisture from the Gulf of Mexico.
In summer, temperatures regularly reach over 90 °F with an average 99 days of the year over 90 °F. The humidity of the area results in an even higher heat index than the actual temperature. Winds in summer are often light and bring little relief. Air conditioning use in Houston is very heavy to cope with the high temperatures.
Winters are quite temperate with an average high of 63 °F in January, the coldest month. Snowfall is rare.
Houston receives a high amount of rainfall each year, averaging 48 inches annually. The rains frequently cause flooding in parts of the city.
Getting There
By Plane
The George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is Houston's primary airport and the 9th largest in the US in terms of total passengers. It is the headquarters of Continental Airlines and its largest hub.
The William P. Hobby Airport is Houston's second largest airport and mainly operates small to medium-haul flights. It is the only airport served by Southwest Airlines and JetBlue Airways.
By Train
Amtrak stops in Houston along the Sunset Limited route from Los Angeles to New Orleans. The station is on the north side of the downtown area.
By Car
By Bus
Greyhound Lines have intercity services from 5 stations in Houston and Houston suburbs. Other bus lines also operate from Greyhound's stations.
By Boat
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| Property | Address | Type | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston International Hostel | 5302 Crawford St. Texas | Hostel | 65 |
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