Open Houses in Houston, TX

Are you looking for a list of the open houses happening this weekend in Houston, Texas? If so, keep reading! 

Houston offers a vibrant community with a wide range of real estate opportunities. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or simply looking to explore the beautiful houses in Houston, open houses provide an ideal opportunity to tour properties and get a feel for the neighborhoods. And if you know me well, you know I am a huge proponent of exploring Houston. We love showcasing everything there is to love about the Houston Suburbs, especially Houston, and you can see that here on our blog, on our YouTube channel, and on our Instagram.

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Also, to help you discover the hidden gems of this city, we’ve put together a list of some of the most interesting things to do in this area. We’ll cover some amazing restaurants, attractions, and even homes to visit. I hope you find this list helpful during your stay, especially if it is your first visit! Please reach out to me if you need assistance with your relocation.

If you are interested in what we recommend in other nearby cities, check out our First Visit category.

Best Restaurants in Houston TX

Flora – This is an attractive, casual restaurant that has a variety of Mexican flavors with a Houston flair. Here, you'll find delicious tacos, charred octopus and chorizo, a sirenly yellowtail ceviche negro made with squid ink, and their version of tender fajitas, plus the best margarita in the city.

Squable – The atmosphere is casual and cozy at Squable, a popular neighborhood restaurant that serves casual European fare with American influences. Dishes range from small plates to large; consider the bolognese lasagna with pickled collards, or the restaurant's famed French cheeseburger, which is smothered in raclette cheese.

Feges BBQ – They offer a wide variety menu which includes boudin, brisket, and pulled pork. What sets them apart from other barbecue restaurants is that they offer dishes beyond the usual barbecue staples.

Truth BBQ – There’s nothing quite like Truth BBQ, which has been billed as one of the top barbecue spots in the state and has a pitmaster from Brenham who smokes meat with a backyard flair. The restaurant also serves up an array of side dishes, including trays full of meat and bread.

Xin Chao – This is a restaurant that combines Texas and Gulf Coast cuisines with Asian influences. The menu includes smoked beef rib flat rice noodles and lemongrass-buttermilk fried chicken served over pandan rice, pickled cucumber and hot satay honey.

Bludorn Restaurant – At this restaurant they serve dishes that are influenced by the freshest seasonal ingredients and flavors from around the world. For starters, order the charred octopus or a Tarte flambee. They also have a flavorful seafood tower that is to-die-for!

The Original Ninfa's on Navigation – This popular Tex-Mex restaurant has earned fame for inventing fajitas. Make a meal of its signature dish, plus queso flameado and mango-habanero margaritas to get an authentic Houston taste.

Aiko – Try some of the restaurant's tasty bites, like the trumpet mushroom, foie gras, engawa, or smoked sawara (Spanish mackerel) nigiri.

Uchiko – They offer tasty dishes such as Hama chili, crispy karaage (Japanese fried chicken), high-quality sushi, and refreshing sunomono. Their gyutoro maki is made with wagyu short rib that's been cooked for 72 hours.

Best Food Trucks in Houston TX

Eastie Boys – This truck has a menu with mostly loaded fries and creative sandwiches. Their most popular items are the Sabotage, No sleep 'till Philly, and spinach artichoke grilled cheese!

MadMax BBQ – Barbecue style food with tons to choose from like ribs, brisket, turkey legs, gumbo, boudin, and so much more. You'll definitely want to try the MadMax Mac Attack Potato, Mac n' Brisket, and the Mac Daddy Sandwich!

Muiishi Makirritos – Japanese & Mexican fusion food truck with very unique options. Some top things to try are the Japanese Pastor Torta, Gochujaang Barbacoa Birria Tacos, and Kakuni Burrito!

Taconmadre – Mexican cuisine with a large menu with all of the classics like tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, tortas and more. They have an amazing breakfast menu as well!

Wokker – A modern style food truck with Asian & barbecue flavors. There's many creative dishes here like brisket pad Thai, brisket egg rolls, and smoked chicken fried rice!

Stuff'd Wings – A one of a kind wing place where you build your own stuffed wings. You choose what they'll be stuffed with and the sauce. Stuffing includes dirty rice, seafood or chicken boudin, or mac n' cheese!

Soul Taco – Tacos with a soul food twist. You can get breakfast & vegetarian tacos here as well, and you have the option to build your own tacos!

Main Bird – The best hot chicken around. You can choose your heat level, they have sandwiches, tenders, and amazing sides. Definitely try the Cluck it Up Fries!

Boombox Taco – A great food truck with authentic street tacos & loaded quesadillas. They have great prices, and even vegetarian options. They've been voted “Best Pastor Tacos” & “Best Vegan Taco”.

Halal5 – A Middle Eastern food truck serving delicious wraps, sandwiches, wings, quesadillas, and huge plates filled with shawarma, rice, & veggies.

Best Experiences in Houston TX

Space Center Houston – This is a huge complex, where you can walk through the replica of Independence and the enormous carrier aircraft it's mounted on. The visitor center includes replicas of America's first space station and moon rock. Astronauts can be met at noon Fridays in a separate building from the main complex. A tram tour of Johnson Space Center takes you to Rocket Park to see actual rockets on display.

Houston's Museum District – The Museum District is one of Houston's greatest cultural attractions, with 19 museums in the area. Eleven of these are free to the public. Highlights include the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Also in this area is lovely Hermann Park, with its Houston Zoo and Miller Outdoor Theatre.

Museum of Natural Science – The Houston Museum of Natural Science is one of the most popular museums in town. Fun for all ages, it covers a wide range of topics and is sure to please everyone in your group. Be sure to swing by the Hall of Paleontology during your visit to see several complete dinosaur skeletons. For something that's still alive, tour the Cockrell Butterfly Conservatory, where nearly 1,500 butterflies flutter around in humid air.

Houston Zoo – The Houston Zoo sits on 55 acres in Hermann Park and is home to more than 6,000 animals. The zoo has an education center and children's zoo. Some of the highlights include feeding the giraffes, seeing marine life up close in the aquarium, and watching sea lions and otters frolicking about.

Museum of Fine Arts –  The museum, boast more than 63,000 pieces in its collection, is housed in two structures: the Audrey Jones Beck building and the Caroline Wiess Law Building, both connected by the unique Wilson Tunnel. The museum's focus is French and Italian impressionist paintings, fine sculptures, and European and American decorative arts.

Houston Children's Museum – The Houston Children's Museum is one of the amazing places to visit in Houston for people with young kid. Inside the colorful, noisy museum, kids can run wild and have a fun time getting busy with all the hands-on and interactive displays.

Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park – The Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park is a lovely Houston park that features an impressive sculptural fountain, with sheets of water cascading down concrete walls and sculptures. The structure's semi-circular shape towers 64 feet above you, with a large arch and 46,500 square feet of water. This 2.77-acre park, covered with dozens of live oaks, is located in Uptown Houston.

Art Car Museum – The Art Car Museum, which opened in 1998, has attracted Houston residents since it first opened. The cars and exhibits change regularly, so you'll never quite know what you will see.

Galveston – The beautiful beaches of Galveston are less than an hour away from Houston. If you're looking for a quick break from the city, head out to Galveston to enjoy the beach and a seaside restaurant. Miles of endless beach and shallow, turquoise water stretch along the ocean front.

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo – I If you're new to an event of this kind, you'll be pleasantly surprised by all there is to do. On the grounds are carnival rides, games, and food stands, and tons of entertainment to keep you busy all day long. At night, some of today's biggest names in music will be performing on stage!

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir – The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Houston is a sight to behold. It's the largest temple in Texas and so eye-catching you'll want to take a little visit.

Things To Do in Houston TX | Blog post link.

Make sure to check out the calendar for different events happening in Houston.

Parks In or Near Houston TX

Buffalo Bayou Park – This is a 160-acre green space running through the city. The park has extensive walking and biking trails, as well as a dog park, sculptures and plenty of shady areas for relaxation.

Hermann Park – Hoston’s Hermann Park offers lots of opportunities for recreation—from the gorgeous Japanese Garden, Miller Outdoor Theatre and the totally cute Hermann Park Railroad.

San Jacinto Park –  There are a lot of great things to do at San Jacinto Park. You can take a stroll through the grounds and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Not only that, but there’s history in this park too! The San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site is right here, which has a museum and monument to visit.

Evelyn’s Park – This 5-acre park hosts food trucks and farmers markets, plus yoga classes, concerts, and other fun events.

Buffalo Bend Nature Park – Built in 2016 from the remains of a tall, grassy hill, this 10-acre park features reconstructed wetlands that mimic the original landscape of the area, pre-industry. It offers visitors a totally different view of Buffalo Bayou.

Sam Houston Park – This park is the first in the city and is located just steps away from City Hall. The 19.7 acres contain 10 historic buildings that have been restored.

Tranquility Park – This Park, located at Walker and Rusk Streets, is a great place to get away from the noise of downtown. It offers walkways, pools, and cylindrical water fountains.

Market Square Park – The park originally served as the city’s original town center, but now it provides entertainment and relaxation, plus a dog park and a food and beverage kiosk.

Cullen Park – This is a 9,300-acre park with a ball field complex, multiple picnic areas, hike and bike trails, an archery range and a water playground.

Memorial Park – This 1,400 acre urban park offers walking and running trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, volleyball and tennis courts as well as multiple ball fields and a major golf course.

Lake Houston Wilderness Park – The park has 4,786 acres of wooded land and 30 miles of hiking and biking trails, as well as kayaking on tree-lined creeks and horseback riding on equestrian trails.

Keith-Wiess Park – This 500-acre park offers a wide variety of recreation opportunities, including baseball and soccer fields, tennis and basketball courts, and picnic shelters in a wooded setting with detention ponds to prevent flooding.

Most Popular Neighborhoods in Houston TX

1. Sunterra, Katy TX – Click to see homes for sale.
2. Tavola, New Caney TX- Click to see homes for sale.
3. Bridgeland, Cypress TX – Click to see homes for sale.
4. Cross Creek Ranch & Cross Creek West, Fulshear TX – Click to see homes for sale.
5. Marvida, Cypress TX – Click to see homes for sale.
6. Tamarron, Katy TX – Click to see homes for sale.
7. Sienna, Missouri City TX – Click to see homes for sale.
8. Elyson, Katy TX – Click to see homes for sale.
9. Jordan Ranch, Fulshear TX – Click to see homes for sale.
10. Harper's Preserve, Conroe TX – Click to see homes for sale.
11. Meridiana, Iowa Colony TX – Click to see homes for sale.
12. Cane Island, Katy TX – Click to see homes for sale.
13. Artavia, Conroe TX – Click to see homes for sale.
14. Woodforest, Montgomery TX – Click to see homes for sale.

Most Popular New Construction Neighborhoods in or near Houston TX

1. Marvida, Cypress TX | Link 
2. Bridgeland, Cypress TX | Link
3. Harper's Preserve, Conroe TX | Link
4. Artavia, Conroe TX | Link
5. Woodforest, Montgomery TX | Link
6. Magnolia Ridge, Magnolia TX | Link
7. Balmoral, Humble TX | Link
8. Amira, Tomball TX | Link
9. The Woodlands Hills, Willis TX | Link
10. Grand Central Park, Conroe TX | Link

Where to live in Houston TX if your budget is under $400k.

• Houston TX Homes for Sale under $400k | Link.

I included links to homes for sale, but I didn’t alter the price point, so be sure to use the “Price” option to show you your price point, or you can just “Sort” low to high.

Homes for Sale in Houston TX

→ Homes for Sale in Houston with Pool | Link.
→ New Construction Homes for Sale in Houston TX | Link.
→ Homes for sell in Houston TX in Master Planned Communities | Link.
→ Homes for sell in Houston TX on 1+ Acres | Link.

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• Your Summer 2023 Guide to Houston TX - Link
• 10 Things You Didn't Know About Houston TX – Link.
• The Five Best Bang for Your Buck Neighborhoods in Houston TX – Link.

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