Bell Park, Houston

Name: Bell Park
Address: 4800 Montrose, Houston, United States

#114 among attractions in Houston

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Bell Park is a 1.15-acre park along Montrose Boulevard in Houston, in the U.S. state of Texas. It is named for C.C. Bell, who donated the park land to the city. ()

Elevation: 49 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 29°43'47"N, 95°23'30"W

Address

4800 MontroseSouth Central Houston (The Museum District)Houston United States

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Bell Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Fine Arts, John C. Freeman Weather Museum, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Menil Collection.

~1510 ftS
Complex with a renowned art collection
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
8 min walk • The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH), is one of the most prominent cultural institutions in the United States, located in the heart of Houston, Texas. A beacon of artistic expression and heritage, the museum boasts an extensive collection that spans more than 6,000...
0.4 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
John C. Freeman Weather Museum, Houston
12 min walk • The John C. Freeman Weather Museum in Houston, Texas, is a unique institution dedicated to the fascinating world of meteorology. Established to educate the public about the science of weather and climate, the museum offers a variety of interactive exhibits...
0.5 miS
Renowned dinosaur hall and butterfly house
Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston
14 min walk • The Houston Museum of Natural Science, a cornerstone of cultural and educational experiences in Houston, Texas, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to science education. This prestigious institution, founded in 1909, is located in the heart of Houston's...
0.7 miNW
Vast assembly of private art and artifacts
Menil Collection, Houston
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston's vibrant Montrose neighborhood, the Menil Collection stands as a tranquil oasis of art and culture. This remarkable museum, which opened to the public in 1987, houses the impressive private art collection of philanthropists John...
0.6 miNW
Church, Art museum, Sacred and religious sites
Rothko Chapel, Houston
16 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Houston, the Rothko Chapel stands as a beacon of tranquility and introspection amidst the urban hustle. This non-denominational chapel, dedicated to modern art, was established in 1971 and has since become a landmark of spiritual...
0.5 miSE
Exhibits documenting the Holocaust
Holocaust Museum Houston, Houston
13 min walk • The Holocaust Museum Houston is located in Houston's Museum District, in the U.S. state of Texas. The Holocaust memorial museum is the fourth largest in the U.S. and opened in 1996. A major commitment of the Holocaust Museum Houston is education.
0.6 miSE
Museum, Children's museum, Science museum
Children's Museum of Houston, Houston
16 min walk • The Children's Museum of Houston is a children's museum in the Museum District in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1980 and housed in a building designed by Robert Venturi, it offers a multitude of innovative exhibits and bilingual learning programs for kids ages birth to 12 years.
0.7 miS
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston
19 min walk • Miller Outdoor Theatre is an outdoor theater for the performing arts in Houston, Texas. It is located on approximately 7.5 acres of land in Hermann Park, at 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, Texas 77030.
~1200 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Houston
6 min walk • Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a not-for-profit institution in the Museum District, Houston, Texas, founded in 1948, dedicated to presenting contemporary art to the public.
0.5 miNW
Museum, Art museum
Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum, Houston
14 min walk • The Byzantine Fresco Chapel is a part of the Menil Collection in Houston, Texas, near the University of St. Thomas. From February 1997 to February 2012, it displayed the only intact Byzantine frescoes of this size and importance in the entire western hemisphere.
~1170 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Garden
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden, Houston
6 min walk • The Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden is a sculpture garden located at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in Houston, Texas, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bell Park?

Nearby attractions include First Presbyterian Church, Houston (5 min walk), The Pilgrim, Houston (6 min walk), Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden, Houston (6 min walk), Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Houston (6 min walk).

How to get to Bell Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bell Park:

Light rail

Museum District • Lines: Red (11 min walk)
Wheeler • Lines: Red (14 min walk)

Bus

Wheeler Station Transit Center (15 min walk)
Shelter C • Lines: 2211 (34 min walk)

Train

M. D. Anderson Station (17 min walk)
Kinder Station (23 min walk)