Houston Police Officer's Memorial, Houston

Name: Houston Police Officer's Memorial
Address: Houston, United States

#191 among attractions in Houston

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Houston Police Officer's Memorial, Houston

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The Houston Police Officers Memorial is a piece of public art erected in Houston, Texas, in 1991, to recognize the sacrifices made by city police officers and to honor those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. The monument is a large-scale granite sculpture by artist Jesús Bautista Moroles. ()

Opened: 1991 (33 years ago)Length: 120 ftWidth: 120 ftHeight: 12 ftCoordinates: 29°45'53"N, 95°22'36"W

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Inner Loop (Washington Avenue - Memorial Park)Houston United States

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Day trips

Houston Police Officer's Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Downtown Aquarium, Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, Sam Houston Park, Scanlan Fountain.

0.5 miE
Aquarium
Downtown Aquarium, Houston
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, the Downtown Aquarium stands as a multifaceted entertainment complex that combines the thrills of an amusement park with the wonder of underwater exploration. This aquatic wonderland, transformed from two Houston landmarks – Fire...
0.9 miSE
Nightlife
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, Houston
24 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, the Flying Saucer Draught Emporium is a haven for beer aficionados and casual drinkers alike. Located within the historic S.H. Kress & Co. Building, this iconic pub boasts a diverse selection of craft beers, with over 200 different...
0.5 miSE
Museum, Park, Historical place
Sam Houston Park, Houston
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Houston, Sam Houston Park stands as a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the city's bustling streets. This urban park, encompassing 20 acres, is not merely a green space but also a museum that serves as a testament...
0.4 miSE
Monuments and statues
Scanlan Fountain, Houston
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, the Scanlan Fountain stands as a serene landmark amidst the bustling city life. Situated within Sam Houston Park, this elegant fountain was a gift to the city from the Scanlan family, prominent local philanthropists, in the early 20th...
0.6 miSE
Park, Fountain
Tranquility Park, Houston
15 min walk • Tranquility Park is a municipal park in Houston, Texas.
0.5 miW
Cemetery
Glenwood Cemetery, Houston
14 min walk • Glenwood Cemetery is located in Houston, Texas, United States. Developed in 1871, the first professionally designed cemetery in the city accepted its first burial in 1872.
0.5 miSE
City hall
Houston City Hall, Houston
14 min walk • The Houston City Hall building is the headquarters of the City of Houston's municipal government. Constructed during 1938 and 1939, the City Hall complex is located on Bagby Street on the western side of Downtown Houston.
0.6 miSE
Museum, Postmodern architecture
Heritage Plaza, Houston
15 min walk • Heritage Plaza is a postmodern skyscraper located in the Skyline District of downtown Houston, Texas. Standing at 762 feet, the tower is the 5th-tallest building in Houston, the 8th-tallest in Texas, and the 60th-tallest in the United States.
0.6 miE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Bayou Music Center, Houston
15 min walk • The Bayou Music Center is an indoor theater owned by Live Nation and located in Houston, Texas, United States. The theater is located at the Bayou Place entertainment complex in Downtown Houston.
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Park, Trail
Eleanor Tinsley Park, Houston
8 min walk • Eleanor Tinsley Park is a section of Buffalo Bayou Park in Houston, Texas. It was designated on April 20, 1998 in honor of Eleanor Tinsley, who served as a member of the Houston City Council At-Large for 16 years.
0.5 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Houston
12 min walk • The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Houston, Texas, United States. Opened to the public in 2002, the theater is located downtown on the edge of the Houston Theater District. Hobby Center features 60-foot-high glass walls with views of Houston's skyscrapers, Tranquility Park and Houston City Hall.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Houston Police Officer's Memorial?

Nearby attractions include Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark, Houston (5 min walk), Eleanor Tinsley Park, Houston (8 min walk), Scanlan Fountain, Houston (11 min walk), Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Houston (12 min walk).

How to get to Houston Police Officer's Memorial by public transport?

The nearest stations to Houston Police Officer's Memorial:

Train

Houston (15 min walk)

Light rail

Theater District • Lines: Green, Purple (17 min walk)
Main Street Square • Lines: Red (23 min walk)

Bus

FlixBus Houston • Lines: 2210, 2211, 2240, 2271 (25 min walk)
Downtown Transit Center (27 min walk)