Hermann Park, Houston

Name: Hermann Park
Address: 6201 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, United States
Telephone: +1 713 524 5876

#62 among attractions in Houston

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Hermann Park is a 445-acre urban park in Houston, Texas, situated at the southern end of the Museum District. The park is located immediately north of the Texas Medical Center and Brays Bayou, east of Rice University, and slightly west of the Third Ward. Hermann Park is home to numerous cultural institutions including the Houston Zoo, Miller Outdoor Theatre, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, and the Hermann Park Golf Course, which became one of the first desegregated public golf courses in the United States in 1954. The park also features the Mary Gibbs and Jesse H. Jones Reflection Pool, numerous gardens, picnic areas, and McGovern Lake, an 8-acre recreational lake. ()

Alternative names: Created: 1914Area: 69.5 mi²Visitors per year: 6 mil.Elevation: 43 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 29°43'2"N, 95°23'21"W

Address

6201 Hermann Park DrInner Loop (Medical Center)Houston United States

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+1 713 524 5876

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Hermann 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, Houston Zoo.

0.6 miN
Complex with a renowned art collection
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
15 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...
0.8 miN
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
John C. Freeman Weather Museum, Houston
20 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...
~1820 ftN
Renowned dinosaur hall and butterfly house
Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston
9 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...
~1270 ftSW
Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
Houston Zoo, Houston
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, the Houston Zoo stands as a cherished natural oasis in the bustling city. Home to over 6,000 animals from 900 species, the zoo sprawls across 55 acres of lush, landscaped grounds in Hermann Park, offering visitors a chance to connect...
~740 ftW
Lake
McGovern Lake, Houston
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, McGovern Lake stands as a serene oasis amidst the bustling energy of Texas's most populous city. This picturesque body of water offers a tranquil escape for city dwellers and visitors alike, with its smooth surface reflecting the clear...
0.6 miN
Exhibits documenting the Holocaust
Holocaust Museum Houston, Houston
15 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.
0.4 miNE
Museum, Children's museum, Science museum
Children's Museum of Houston, Houston
12 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.
~840 ftN
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston
5 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.
0.6 miN
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Houston
17 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.
0.6 miN
Museum, Art museum, Garden
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden, Houston
17 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.
~1900 ftNE
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
The Health Museum, Houston
10 min walk • The John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science, or The Health Museum in short, is a museum in the Museum District of Houston, Texas. The museum is a member institution of the Texas Medical Center.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Hermann Park?

Nearby attractions include McGovern Lake, Houston (4 min walk), Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston (5 min walk), Atropos Key, Houston (5 min walk), Houston Zoo, Houston (7 min walk).

How to get to Hermann Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hermann Park:

Train

Kinder Station (1 min walk)
M. D. Anderson Station (6 min walk)

Light rail

Hermann Park/Rice U • Lines: Red (9 min walk)
Museum District • Lines: Red (13 min walk)

Bus

Shelter C • Lines: 2211 (27 min walk)
Wheeler Station Transit Center (30 min walk)