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Houston Arboretum and Nature Center


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 140 attractions in Houston
Traveler Description:
A 155-acre nature sanctuary 4 miles west of downtown. Five miles of walking trails through forest, meadow and pond habitats offer opportunities to see...... more » A 155-acre nature sanctuary 4 miles west of downtown. Five miles of walking trails through forest, meadow and pond habitats offer opportunities to see frogs, turtles and other wildlife. Building houses gift shop, library, restrooms, and Discovery Room which includes aquariums, microscopes, interactive exhibits including the 15 ft. model "Learning Tree". Grounds: Daily 7 a.m. to dusk; Building: daily 9 - 5, except major holidays. Discovery Room: Tuesday-Sunday, 10 am - 4 pm. Admission free; donations appreciated. « less
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Attraction type: Nature center, Other
Address: 4501 Woodway Drive Houston, TX 77024
Tel: 713-681-8433
Fax: 713-681-1191

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5 of 5 stars
conedd   11 contributions
Houston, TX / USA
Mar 29, 2007
5/6 found this review helpful

The arboretum is 155 acres of habitat and is mapped with five miles of foot trails. It's fun, free, and fabulous! It's also my dog's favorite place to walk! more

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Houston Arboretum and Nature Center Address

4501 Woodway Drive, Houston, TX 77024
Tel: 713-681-8433 Fax: 713-681-1191