Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
the 2000s, Houston's economic growth has continued, attracting a diverse, multicultural
population.
DRIVING DISTANCES
Houston to Austin
161 miles, 3 hours
Houston to Dallas
242 miles, 4 hours
Houston to College Station
98 miles, 1¾ hours
Houston to Nacogdoches
145 miles, 2¾ hours
Houston to Jefferson
242 miles, 4¼ hours
Dallas to Tyler
98 miles 1½ hours
Dallas to Jefferson
164 miles, 3 hours
Sights
Despite Houston's general sprawl, most areas of interest for visitors lie north or south of
I-59, in the 10 miles between the Galleria area and the city center. Downtown has a few
parks and outdoor activities, but the largest concentration of attractions is off Main St, in
the Museum District.
Remember that shopping, eating and drinking in neighborhoods like eclectic Montrose
or the historic Heights (
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are also local attractions.
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Downtown
You'll see few pedestrians braving the hot downtown sidewalks. No, they're not all at the
pool. Underground air-conditioned pedestrian tunnels link most downtown buildings. In
fact, those seeking necessities such as water and snacks may find them more easily within
the tunnel system than in streetside shops. (Yes, even McDonald's is underground.)
