Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Pearland

"Set on the edge of Memorial Park, the Houston Arboretum and Nature Centre features five miles of hiking paths to explore before you find the perfect spot among the flowers and lily pad ponds to propose. You can then take part in one of the center wine tasting courses before heading off to spend the rest of the day planning your future. Why not check out the centre’s woodland glade wedding venue while you are there?"

"Or if you're looking for a more rustic outdoor experience, check out the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, where miles of trails and different habitats make for a fun afternoon of exploration. EVENING: The Downtown Aquarium is a 500,000-gallon under-water adventure complex that includes a Ferris wheel, an aquatic carousel, Shark Voyage and a restaurant."

"This 155-acre urban sanctuary is a perfect place to get outdoors and feel the crispness of the winter season — along with the changing leaves and flowers."

"Based at the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the Cockrell Butterfly Center and Brown Hall of Entomology offers visitors a fascinating insight into the world of butterflies and insects. The center features a variety of exhibits, displays and presentations, and is one of the top places to go in Houston. The Rainforest Conservancy, a spectacular three-story glass structure with a 50-foot waterfall filled with exotic plants and living butterflies is especially popular, and vast exhibition halls showcase some of the world’s largest and weirdest arthropods."

"Step into an indoor rainforest at the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Cockrell Butterfly Center. In a three-story glass structure, you’ll appreciate the spectacle of hundreds of butterflies flitting around. This is one of the best things to do on a rainy day with children in Houston."

"The Houston Museum of Natural Science is Houston’s favorite museum for people of all ages. See the Cullen Hall of Gems & Minerals, take in a show at the planetarium, and definitely stop by the Butterfly Center. General admission is $25 for adults, and $16 for kids."

"This beautiful nature preserve in the Memorial neighborhood of west Houston is a 17.5-acre wooded preserve along Rummel Creek. Home to a variety of native wildlife, including mammals, migratory songbirds, shorebirds, birds of prey and a variety of species of reptiles and amphibians, this is the perfect place to get away from the bustle of the city and enjoy nature. The park also houses a 1932 log cabin, originally the home of the park’s namesake, Edith L. Moore, and the only log home within the city of Houston that still stands today where it was originally built."

"For a fun, immersive experience in nature, Houston’s Armand Bayou Nature Center is a wonderful spot for hiking, wildlife watching, and more. The center is home to over 370 species of local wildlife, which you can see from one of its 5 miles of trails and hiking areas. While it’s meant to be a family-friendly learning center and urban wilderness conservation, it’s great for avid hikers who enjoy wildlife and bird spotting."

"One of the largest urban nature preserves in the country, Armand Bayou Nature Center in Pasadena offers 5 miles of trails across 2500 acres of natural wetlands forest, prairie, and marsh habitats. Some of the trails offer shade, and some are in full sun, so choose wisely based on the weather!. In addition to the trails here, you can explore a historic farm, complete with a blacksmith, farmhouse, and a few other buildings."

"A park that blends aesthetics with functionality is the Arthur Storey Park in Houston, Texas. Nestled next to Vietnamese town and Chinatown, this 2.2-mile loop park showcases the importance of storing the floodwaters with stormwater detention along with catering to the park environment. Address : 7400 W Sam Houston Pkwy S, Houston, TX 77036Activities : Picnics, children’s playgrounds, walking trails, Tai Chi court, visually impaired running, observation ponds, gazebos, nature trail, birdwatchingParking : Bike parking, private lot parking"

"A Japanese institution in Montrose, Nippon has been offering its patrons consistently delicious meals for years. The overflowing restaurant (be advised, the space is small and visitors many) intricately weaves a tapestry of Japanese techniques and flavors in each bite of dishes such as katsu curry (served only on Wednesdays and Thursdays), traditional ramen made with pork belly, boiled egg, seaweed and Katsu Ju, a panko-breaded pork cutlet with a sweet soy sauce."

"A post shared by Nippon (@mr.nippon) on Jul 23, 2017 at 10:31am PDT. Nippon Japanese Restaurant has a vision of bringing authentic Japanese cuisine to the people of Houston. The chef wants to stay true to Japanese flavors, while also evolving and embracing new styles of cooking."

"You’ll have to valet park, but it’s worth it for the comfort food at this circa-1986 classic. Noodles are unusually prominent on the menu, and the bowl of udon with tender beef in a thick curry broth is the gustatory equivalent of lithium."

"Address: 3821 Richmond Ave, Houston, Texas, USA Site: http://www.ilovepeppertree.com Phone: 1-713-621-9488 $$. Pepper Tree has been gracing Houston with vegan Asian food since 2004 and there’s a reason why it’s definitely one of the best vegan restaurants in Houston. Family-owned and operated, you’ll feel like family once you step inside this spacious and welcoming restaurant nestled in a small shopping center."

"A post shared by Piggys Kitchen & Bar (@piggyshtx) on Dec 6, 2019 at 2:14pm PST. We have dinner and a show, but why not brunch and a show?. Piggy’s Kitchen and Bar is giving us the ultimate brunch experience."

"Situated within the University of Houston’s Arts District, the Blaffer Art Museum was established in 1973 and is a contemporary art museum. It is known for its various exhibitions that feature artwork by international and national artists and well as artists from the university. Address : 4173 Elgin St, Houston, TX 77004, United StatesTimings : 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm (Wednesday- Sunday), Monday- Tuesday closedEstablished : 1973Original Name : Sarah Campbell Blaffer Gallery"

"Third WardHours: Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm (Thurs to 8pm)Notes: This University of Houston contemporary art museum presents and creates six to eight art exhibits every year. Plus, there’s a lineup of free and open-to-the-public lectures, film screenings, conversations, and events. Double plus, there’s a Frenchy’s on campus."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Jhihyinlee used under CC BY-SA 3.0. A winner of several national and international awards, the Blaffer Art Museum boasts some thought-provoking pieces of art, to say the least. It is famous for the frequent exhibitions it hosts on a variety of subjects."

"The stainless steel building that now houses the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston opened in 1972, but it first began as a traveling exhibit around town. As a contemporary museum, CAMH is “dedicated to presenting the art of our time to the local, regional, national and international public.” Exhibits rotate mostly, but educational programs designed to increase awareness among its patrons are permanent. Access to CAMH is always free."

"A post shared by Contemporary Arts Museum HTX (@camhouston) on Jan 27, 2020 at 11:54am PST. Since 1948, the Contemporary Arts Museum has been a space for new art in the heart of Houston!. With current exhibits sparking conversation about race, culture, film and even hypnosis, there is something for everyone to enjoy – and learn."