A global city brimming with culture and personality, Houston earned a spot on Forbes’ list of Top 12 destinations in the world in 2017.
4th
largest
city in
the U.S.
#1 most
diverse
u.s. city
140
languages
spoken in
houston
fly direct
to houston
from 180+
cities
Walkable
convention
campus – walk
from wpc to
hotels
Avenida Houston
In the heart of downtown, the well-connected, walkable
campus allowed delegates to discover Houston’s bustling
entertainment district, with world-class cuisine and
leisure options.
- Texas’ largest convention campus
- Skywalk access to convention hotels
- 12-acre exquisitely landscaped outdoor recreation
- 250 restaurants and night life within 10 blocks
- Cultural venues and public art installations
What
to do In
Houston
Delegates lived like locals and discovered why Houston’s mix of international appeal and Southern charm has captured the imagination of tastemakers from all over the world.
Internationally renowned
chefs serving innovative cuisine
Blockbuster attractions like Space
Center Houston, the Houston Museum of
Natural Science, and the Houston Zoo
World-class visual and
performing arts
Eclectic, big-brand and
luxury shopping experiences
From vintage finds to high-end designer wear, Houston offers the style you crave in local boutiques and more than a dozen distinct shopping districts.
Cutting-edge chefs have made their home in Houston. These icons deliver cuisine that pleases the palate of devoted diners and professional foodies alike.
Houston has a thriving arts scene in ballet, opera, symphony and theatre. The Museum District contains 18 cultural powerhouses within blocks of one another.
Whether you’re looking for high-energy dancing or Texas honky-tonks, action-packed sports pubs or low-key wine bars, Houston boasts night life spots.
Engage in outdoor activities year-round with nearly 1,500 acres of green space in the heart of the city as well as the area’s 650-plus urban park lands.
Mission Control and moon rocks, dinosaur bones and giant gemstones and so much more are all ready to be explored at Houston’s fascinating attractions.
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