Houston, Texas is a big city with an even bigger list of things to love, so it’s no surprise that it’s one of America’s favorite cities.
Are you thinking about moving to Houston? As the 4th largest city in the U.S., you probably already know all the basic facts about how it has a ton of job opportunities, a low cost of living, or a really great shopping scene… Yeah, those things are great. But they’re not why we think Houston is the best place to live.
Here are the top five things we love about the city of Houston, Texas:
1. The Food
There’s no question about it—Houston has an amazing food scene! In fact, it should be a requirement to start all conversations about Houston with something about the food. Houston is one of the most diverse cities in the U.S., so of course we have some amazing foods influenced by cultures from all around the world. You can find something for everyone here, from Persian and Italian to African and Tex-Mex (of course). With so many new restaurants opening all the time and new foods to try, it’s hard to get bored of the food scene in Houston, Texas.
2. The Parks
One thing we love about this city is that you can find at least one park (if not more) in every neighborhood. You’ll come to find that Houstonians really love the outdoors, no matter what the weather is like. And you’d be surprised at how much greenery surrounds the city parks, even the ones downtown! Plus, Houston is an extremely dog-friendly city—we have a ton of dog parks scattered throughout. Check out our favorite ones here.
3. The Walking Trails
Although Houston is known to be a massive city with tons of development, there are actually a lot of nature trails for residents to bike, hike, jog, etc. Even in the downtown area, you have several trails spanning and connecting the bayous. Since a lot of people are working from home these days, we’ve found that these walking trails have become a lot more popular.
4. The Breweries
We love a good craft beer and luckily, Houston, Texas is home to so many craft breweries… In fact, the greater Houston area has over 50 craft breweries and hosts a huge craft brewery festival every year. You can find everything from standard beers, blondes, and stouts to special cocktail beers, IPAs, and even beers made from jalapeños!
5. The Museums
We’ve already mentioned how diverse the city of Houston is. So, it shouldn’t be a surprise that the city has a robust museum district. Not to mention, the art scene alone in Houston is incredible! With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of what makes Houston's cultural scene so unique. You can find everything from nature and art to science and history, and so much more. Check out our complete guide to Houston museums here.
These are just a few things that we love about Houston, Texas. But honestly, we could go on and on forever—there’s just so many unique and amazing things the city has to offer! If you’re interested in moving to Houston, contact us today to find out how to get started!
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Ronda's extensive business experience contributes a well-rounded dimension as the broker for Texas Living Company. Her passion for architectural design motivated her advancement from a career in marketing, business development and supply chain management in the oil and gas industry to residential real estate.