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Places to stay, things to do—all close by the Zoo.
Located in the heart of Houston's Herman Park—and the City's famous Museum District--the Zoo is literally surrounded by a host of lodging and dining and additional entertainment options. Here are some "quick-pick" suggestions lists for our out-of-town Zoo visitors.
Lodging
There are many fine hotels located within five miles of the Houston Zoo. Here are a few:
Museums
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | Houston Museum of Fine Arts |
| Menil Museum | Children's Museum of Houston |
Other Area Attractions
| Houston Symphony | Houston Ballet |
| Houston Grand Opera | Minute Maid Park |
| Reliant Park | Toyota Center |
Dining
| Antone's Famous Po Boy and Deli 2424 Dunstan Rd. 713.521.2883 |
Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop |
| Benjy's | Bissonnet Grill 2726 Bissonnet St. 713.529.0002 |
| Black Walnut Café | Brown Bag Deli |
| The Buffalo Grille | Café Express |
| Jamba Juice | Jason's Deli |
| Picnic | Yum Yum Cha café 2435 Times Blvd. 713.527.8455 |
| Ruggles Café 2365 Rice Blvd. |
Chipotle Mexican Grill |
| Subway Sandwiches & Salads |
