Washington Ave./ Memorial Park Travel Guide
Houston
Visit Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
Popular places to visit
Memorial Park
Houstonians come to Memorial Park for some serious exercise — indoor as well as outdoor.
Buffalo Bayou Park
Buffalo Bayou Park is just one of the places to see in Houston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's sunsets and monuments.
Houston Arboretum and Nature Center
Set within Memorial Park, not far from downtown, this sanctuary for plants and wildlife offers an opportunity to escape the city.
Beer Can House
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Beer Can House during your travels in Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Houston at Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens in Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Downtown Aquarium All Day Pass
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Official Houston City Tour
Top hotels in Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The lobby smelt like weed and there was one person working the desk during check in with a long line of people waiting. The breakfast wasn't free like we were told. The Valet regularly blocked out ability to get into the parking garage.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Club Quarters is hands down the best
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
The Whitehall Houston
We stayed a total of 4 nights. Was told we’d get house keeping
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Advertising says THREE restaurants, there is only ONE. The original restaurant closed after 3 months. Coffee bar in the lobby has minimal options.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Good stay for price and location. The room was fairly clean except shower, which was an easy fix. AC worked well and was turned on for check in. The staff were excellent.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Great
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Check Washington Ave./ Memorial Park hotel availability
Other neighbourhoods around Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
River Oaks
Gardens and monuments are just a few things travellers like about River Oaks. A stop by River Oaks Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.
Houston Heights
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and live music in Houston Heights. You might want to make time for a stop at The Heights Theater or Artcar Museum.
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Continental Club and Houston Fire Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
The Galleria
Travellers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.
