Rice University, Houston

Name: Rice University
Address: 6100 Main St, Houston, United States

#135 among attractions in Houston

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Facts and practical information

William Marsh Rice University is a private research university in Houston, Texas. It is situated on a 300-acre campus near the Houston Museum District and is adjacent to the Texas Medical Center. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1912 (112 years ago)Coordinates: 29°43'2"N, 95°24'10"W

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6100 Main StInner Loop (University Place)Houston United States

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Rice University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston Zoo, McGovern Lake.

0.9 miNE
Complex with a renowned art collection
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
25 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 miNE
Renowned dinosaur hall and butterfly house
Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston
22 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 miE
Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
Houston Zoo, Houston
17 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...
0.7 miE
Lake
McGovern Lake, Houston
18 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...
0.8 miE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston
22 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.
0.9 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Houston
24 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.
1 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Garden
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden, Houston
25 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.
0.8 miE
Park
Hermann Park, Houston
21 min walk • 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.
1 miNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Houston
27 min walk • St. Paul's United Methodist Church is a congregation of the United Methodist Church, founded in 1906 and located in Houston, Texas, in the city's Museum District. St. Paul's is known for its traditional style of worship as embodied by its renowned choir.
1 miE
Park, Garden
McGovern Centennial Gardens, Houston
25 min walk • McGovern Centennial Gardens is a collection of gardens in Hermann Park, in Houston, Texas, United States.
0.9 miNE
Fountain
Mecom Fountain, Houston
22 min walk • Mecom Fountain is a 1964 fountain designed by Eugene Werlin, located in the traffic circle at the intersection of Main and Montrose streets in Houston, Texas, in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rice University?

Nearby attractions include James Turrell Skyspace at Rice University, Houston (3 min walk), Woodson Research Center, Houston (5 min walk), Fondren Library, Houston (5 min walk), Lynn R. Lowrey Arboretum, Houston (7 min walk).

How to get to Rice University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rice University:

Bus

Shelter C • Lines: 2211 (7 min walk)
TMC Transit Center (23 min walk)

Light rail

Memorial Hermann Hospital/Houston Zoo • Lines: Red (10 min walk)
Dryden/TMC • Lines: Red (14 min walk)

Train

Kinder Station (21 min walk)
M. D. Anderson Station (23 min walk)