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Houston, Texas

As the fourth-largest city in the country, Houston is a dynamic and diverse place brimming with world-class dining, arts, hotels, shopping and nightlife. Looking for certified gay-friendly hotels? Got it. Want to find great fashion? Done. In the mood to hit up the gay bars in Montrose? We've got your guide to the best spots. 


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Accommodations

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston - Greenway Plaza

This modern hotel southwest of downtown is 2 blocks from Highway 59, a 9-minute drive from the Galleria mall and 2.5 miles from Rice University.

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DoubleTree by the Galleria

This relaxed all-suite hotel by the Intracoastal Waterway is 9 minutes' walk from an Atlantic Ocean beach and 3 minutes' drive from US Highway 1.

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Hampton Inn Houston

Near the Galleria, in the Uptown Park district, off Interstate 610, this relaxed modern hotel is a mile from the Galleria, an upscale shopping center, and 8 miles from Houston Zoo.

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Hilton Houston North

This modern convention hotel is 7.8 miles from the George Bush Intercontinental Airport and 8 miles from the Sam Houston Race Park.

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Hotel Derek

A 5-minute drive from Memorial Park and 0.1 miles from Galleria shops, this chic, vibrant hotel sits next to the West Loop South Highway.

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Hotel Indigo at the Galleria

A mile from the junction of I-69 and I-610, this modern hotel is a 6-minute walk from The Galleria shopping center 5.2 miles from the Museum of Fine Arts and 6.9 miles from downtown Houston.

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Houston Marriott West Loop

A 1.3-mile drive from The Galleria mall, this upscale hotel is also 6.6 miles from the Museum of Fine Arts.

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Houstonian

On 18 acres of woodland, this refined hotel, part of which was once the residence of President George H.W. Bush, lies 0.8 miles from Memorial Park Golf Course, and 2.6 miles from The Galleria shopping mall.

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Hyatt Regency Houston

A mile from the George R. Brown Convention Center, this contemporary, upscale hotel is also an 6-minute walk from the Main Street Square METRORail station, and a mile from the Minute Maid Park baseball stadium.

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Royal Sonesta Houston

Off I-610 in Uptown Houston, this sophisticated conference hotel is a 15-minute walk from the shopping at The Galleria and 7 miles from the Museum District.

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Sheraton Houston West Hotel

Set 5 miles from shopping at Memorial City Mall, this laid-back hotel is also 5 miles from the Edith L Moore Nature Sanctuary and 7 miles from trails at Terry Hershey Park.

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Sheraton Houston Brookhollow Hotel

In a commercial district off I-610, this relaxed hotel is 7 miles from The Galleria shopping center and 10 miles from the Downtown Aquarium.

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Sara's Bed & Breakfast Inn

Located 1.1 miles from the antique stores and restaurants on historic Houston Heights' 19th Street, this family-run Victorian B&B is 4.4 miles from Minute Maid Park and 4.1 miles from the shops and entertainment at Bayou Place.

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The Westin Galleria Houston

This contemporary hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Galleria shopping center and 5 miles from the Museum of Fine Arts.

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Attractions

Houston Zoo

The Houston Zoo is a 55-acre (22 ha) zoological park located within Hermann Park in Houston, Texas, United States. The zoo houses over 6,000 animals from 900 species. It receives 2.1 million visitors each year and is the second most visited zoo in the United States.[2] It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)

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Teo Chew Temple

Located in a residential neighborhood and adjacent to Arthur Storey park, Teo Chew Buddhist temple is sure to provide an incredible experience. The architecture is absolutely breathtaking as is the craftsmanship of the sculptures and paintings. Incense is always burning in large pots outside of the temple so the air smells calming and fragrant.

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Space Center Houston

The Manned Space Flight Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational foundation offering extensive science education programs and a space museum. The cornerstone of its education mission is Space Center Houston, a leading science and space exploration learning center. It is one of Houston?s top attractions, the areas No. 1 attraction for international visitors, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center and a Smithsonian Affiliate.

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1940 Air Terminal Museum

The 1940 Air Terminal Museum is a museum located in Houston, Texas, United States, at William P. Hobby Airport. Collections are housed in the original art deco building which served as the first purpose-built terminal for passenger flight in Houston.

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Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park

The Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park, located at 2800 Post Oak Boulevard, is 2.77 acres and features a 64-foot semi-circular architectural fountain that re-circulates 11,000 gallons of water per minute as it cascades down the water wall structure's inner and outer walls. The Hines Waterwall Park, surrounded by 186 live oak trees, has been and will continue to be the community centerpiece for Uptown Houston, the nation's 14th largest mixed use business center.

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The Moody Mansion

The Moody Mansion, also known as the Willis-Moody Mansion, is a historic residential building in Galveston, Texas located at 2618 Broadway Street. The thirty-one room Romanesque mansion was completed in 1895. The home is named for William Lewis Moody, Jr., an American financier and entrepreneur in the cotton business who bought the home from Galveston socialite Narcissa Willis.

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14 Pews

14 Pews is a multidisciplinary nonprofit, which is passionate about enriching lives through the positive, transformational power of the arts. Since opening 9-years ago, 14 Pews has brought hundreds of cultural programs to our community. We have screened over 800 Independent films; documentaries, experimental and short films; created, curated and hosted 8 film festivals; created a weekly German Film Series co-sponsored with the German Consulate and The Goethe-Institute.

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Bars & Clubs

Crocker Bar

Lively gay bar & night spot featuring DJs, karaoke & a patio, plus pub grub & happy hours.

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JR's Bar and Grill

Gay watering hole with a patio popular for happy hours & live entertainment such as drag shows.

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Eagle Houston

The Eagle tradition started in NYC back in 1970. It all started at a Longshoreman?s pub called ?the Eagle Open Kitchen,? located at 142 11th avenue at 21st street, in operation from 1931-1970. The Stonewall riots in 1969 brought great pride to the closeted Gay community, who began to come out in droves to celebrate who they are, creating great social change around the country.

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Pearl Houston

Rustic, industrial haunt offering craft cocktails, live music & DJs, plus a patio with games & TVs.

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Neon Boots Club

The once thriving ballroom and concert venue known as the Esquire Ballroom is now Neon Boots Dancehall and Saloon. Built in 1955 by Raymond Proske, the Esquire Ballroom was home to many well-known acts of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Most notable is Willie Nelson, where he was offered a job by house performer Larry Butler after Nelson asked him to listen to a few songs he had wrote including one called "Crazy" Nelson, desperate for money offered the songs for $10 each.

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Michael's Outpost Piano Bar

A bar that has something for everyone. Michael's Outpost has been serving the LGBTQA+ community of Houston, Texas for over 20 years. While the bar has changed over the years, we welcome you to come in and see everything that we have to offer.

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Restaurants

Hamburger Mary's Houston

Hamburger Mary's is an open-air bar and grille for open-minded people, serving a full menu of tasty items. Big and juicy gourmet burgers, yummy apps, soups, salads and entrees, and an extensive bar menu featuring craft beers and cocktails.

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Hugo's

Authentic Mexican cooking is a world-class cuisine that has remained virtually unchanged by the outside world," says Executive Chef Hugo Ortega of his native cuisine. "The food is as light and fresh as a seafood cocktail prepared by fishermen on the beach; as deep and complex as the moles of Oaxaca made with an astounding number of ingredients; and as earthy as the simplest handmade corn tortilla".

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IZAKAYA WA

Izakaya is Houston's first Japanese gastropub. Sister restaurant to Kata Robata and located in the growing Midtown neighborhood, Izakaya is a modern-day izakaya Wa "a Japanese tavern in essence, where drinks are as important as the food" and differs from the other Japanese restaurants in our family by introducing global cuisine to the mix.

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Baba Yega

Baba Yega is a friendly neighborhood restaurant in the Montrose area serving a great menu of tasty American favorites. We have a daily buffet available, as well as a full menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner options. Enjoy our warm and welcoming atmosphere, with fireplaces, comfortable seating and a great patio area with flowers, plants and even a waterfall. 

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Barnaby's Cafe

Named after the owner's childhood pet, Barnaby's Cafe offers flavorful fare with a modern twist. Its setting features colorful wall murals, photographs and other dog-themed decor. Barnaby's Cafe offers breakfast Tuesday through Sunday. Its lunch and dinner menu has appetizers like sweet potato fries, spicy chicken wontons or garlic hummus with pita chips.

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Last Concert Cafe

Incognito spot with a speakeasy vibe serves Mexican food & drinks along with weekly live music.

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Art / Entertainment

Houston Museum of Natural Science

The Houston Museum of Natural Science began in 1909 as a small collection first housed in a city auditorium. Created in a city that has become known for exuberant exploration and unlimited curiosity, the museum's eclectic collections have since grown into one of the most visited science and natural history museums in the country.

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Holocaust Museum Houston

Charged with educating students and the public about the dangers of prejudice and hatred in society, Holocaust Museum Houston opened its doors in March of 1996. Since that time, impassioned notes, poems, artwork, and other gifts, from school children and adults alike, attest to the life-changing thoughts generated by just one visit to this unique facility.

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LAWNDALE

Lawndale believes in the role of art and artists to inspire and inform the world around us. By serving as an intimate gathering place to experience art and ideas, Lawndale seeks to foster connections between communities in Houston and beyond. Lawndale presents a diverse range of artistic practices and perspectives through exhibitions and programs, including lectures, symposia, film screenings, readings, and musical performances.

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Resources

Greater Houston LGBT Chamber

Diverse Place Brimming With World-Class Dining, Arts, Hotels, Shopping and Nightlife. Apt For LGBT Visitors As Well As Locals Looking For Entertainment Activities. Award-Winning Restaurants. Expansive Downtown Parks. Dynamic Diversity. Tailor Your Experience.

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PFLAG Houston

When your child or loved one comes to you and shares that they are LGBTQ, you may not know where to even begin to show them you love and support them. PFLAG is made up of moms, dads, family and friends who can help by sharing their stories and experiences.

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The Diana Foundation

The Diana Foundation is focused on assisting and supporting the needs of the gay community, by distributing funds to organizations that are dedicated to providing services that enhance the lives of deserving individuals in our diverse community.

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Shopping

STAG Provisions for Men

Stag is classic and modern; traditional and progressive; new and old; respectful and rebellious. We?re several parts clothing, part antique, part gift, part accessory, and part apothecary. We?re a modern day general store for every man.

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Neiman Marcus Last Call

Last Call by Neiman Marcus is the off-price division of The Neiman Marcus Group and is comprised of Last Call Clearance Stores, Last Call Studios, and LastCall.com

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Reserve Supply Co.

Reserve Supply Company is a men's store offering a unique mix of products including clothing, footwear and accessories that all represent quality design and craftsmanship. Reserve Supply Company takes its style cues from music, art, skateboarding, workwear, and early motorcycle culture.

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Out of the Closet

Out of the Closet is a nonprofit chain of thrift stores whose revenues provide medical care for patients with HIV/AIDS. The chain is owned and operated by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), a Los Angeles-based charity that provides medical, preventive, and educational resources for patients.

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