Quick Summary: Houston is the southern United States' most populous large metropolis, known for world-renowned attractions such as NASA's Johnson Space Center, the Houston Ship Channel, and the Houston Grand Opera.


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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Cavo Coffee ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Food & Drink
Cavo Coffee | Exploring Houston in the Summer
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2. David Shelton Gallery ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture
David Shelton Gallery | Exploring Houston in the Summer
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3. Cloud 10 Creamery

Category: Kids & Family
Cloud 10 Creamery | Exploring Houston in the Summer
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4. Red Circle Ice Cream

Category: Kids & Family
Red Circle Ice Cream | Exploring Houston in the Summer
© Red Circle Ice Cream

5. Christie's Seafood and Steaks

Category: Food & Drink
Christie's Seafood and Steaks | Exploring Houston in the Summer
© Christie's Seafood and Steaks

6. Giacomo's Cibo e Vino

Giacomo's Cibo e Vino | Exploring Houston in the Summer
© Giacomo's Cibo e Vino

7. Eugene's Gulf Coast Cuisine

Eugene's Gulf Coast Cuisine | Exploring Houston in the Summer
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8. Amalfi Ristorante Italiano and Bar

Category: Food & Drink
Amalfi Ristorante Italiano and Bar | Exploring Houston in the Summer
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9. Ono Poke

Ono Poke | Exploring Houston in the Summer
© Ono Poke

10. Heights Mercantile

Heights Mercantile | Exploring Houston in the Summer
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Summary & FAQ Cavo Coffee David Shelton Gallery Cloud 10 Creamery Red Circle Ice Cream Christie's Seafood and Steaks Giacomo's Cibo e Vino Eugene's Gulf Coast Cuisine Amalfi Ristorante Italiano and Bar Ono Poke Heights Mercantile

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