Almeda Road, Houston

Name: Almeda Road
Address: Houston, United States

#113 among attractions in Houston

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The Almeda Road Bridge over Brays Bayou is a bridge located in Houston, Texas and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The bridge was designed by J. G. McKenzie and Don Hall Constructors and is one of the last continuous span concrete girder bridges to be designed during the City Beautiful movement. ()

Built: 1931 (93 years ago)Coordinates: 29°42'48"N, 95°22'56"W

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Inner Loop (Medical Center)Houston United States

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Almeda Road – 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.

1 miNW
Complex with a renowned art collection
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
26 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...
1 miN
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
John C. Freeman Weather Museum, Houston
26 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...
0.8 miNW
Renowned dinosaur hall and butterfly house
Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston
21 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...
0.6 miW
Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
Houston Zoo, Houston
16 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...
0.6 miNW
Lake
McGovern Lake, Houston
17 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...
0.9 miN
Exhibits documenting the Holocaust
Holocaust Museum Houston, Houston
22 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.
0.7 miN
Museum, Children's museum, Science museum
Children's Museum of Houston, Houston
18 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.
0.6 miNW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston
16 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.
1.1 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Houston
28 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.
1.1 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Garden
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden, Houston
27 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.
0.6 miN
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
The Health Museum, Houston
17 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 Almeda Road?

Nearby attractions include Hermann Park, Houston (14 min walk), Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston (16 min walk), Houston Zoo, Houston (16 min walk), Atropos Key, Houston (17 min walk).

How to get to Almeda Road by public transport?

The nearest stations to Almeda Road:

Train

Kinder Station (14 min walk)
M. D. Anderson Station (17 min walk)

Light rail

Hermann Park/Rice U • Lines: Red (22 min walk)
Museum District • Lines: Red (23 min walk)