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Hermann Park

6201 A Golf Course Drive, Houston, TX 77030
713-524-5876
Ranked #20 of 138 attractions in Houston
4.5 of 5 stars 67 Reviews
Type: Parks, Golf Courses
Activities: Running, Golfing
Owner description: The first public park in Houston provides a wooded site with picnic areas, running trails, lots of on-leash dog walking areas, the Houston Zoological...... more » Owner description: The first public park in Houston provides a wooded site with picnic areas, running trails, lots of on-leash dog walking areas, the Houston Zoological Gardens, a public golf course and an outdoor theater featuring plays and live music. « less
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Columbiana, Ohio, United States
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

I really enjoyed this lovely park, just sitting and relaxing. More

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See 5 more reviews by Rachel A for Houston
USA
Top Contributor
53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

We came visit the Natural Science Museum and decided to take a stroll through the park after our visit, which turned out to be a great idea! There are nice crushed gravel trails throughout the park that take you through a golf course, around a lake, beneath shade trees, past innumerable birds and other city critters (squirrels, rabbits, etc). There... More

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Oxnard, California
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

This is place is good to relax and do nothing by laying on the grass and red your book. Sound pollution is not that bad at all. Put your headphones and enjoy your quiet time. More

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Excellent place for a 30 to 60 minute walk. In summer make sure you go after 5pm, that's when the temp is a bit bearable. More

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Houston, Texas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Loved this park! had a great time with family. Its big and it has the Zoo next to it. There are also a lot of museums around. Miller theater is in the park. perfect for couples. More

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Houston
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Great place to visit. It's relaxing and has a great trail to run or just take a stroll. More

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Houston, Texas, United States
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

Love the train and the fountain. The Zoo is always a highlight and should not be missed. Bring lunch and have a picnic. Go see a performance in the evening at Miller Outdoor Theatre, it's free!!! More

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Allahabad, India
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

its an excellent place to stroll and sit and chat with ur loved one More

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Amman
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

I liked the diversity of the activities as it encompass Zoo, museums, child park and swan pools. More

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kent
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

The Japanese garden is well worth a visit and the lake and lakeside area is very well maintained. The botanical garden was more like a rose garden or nursery than a true botanical garden. More

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