Budget-Friendly

It’s easy to enjoy budget-friendly sights that make cents.

Spend your day exploring Houston’s hotspots, while saving big with a well-edited list of the city’s most-loved free things to do. Fortunately, for locals and visitors alike, several of Houston’s most memorable attractions won’t break the bank, in fact they won’t even cost a dime. In Houston, it’s easy to enjoy budget-friendly sights that make cents. Be sure to check out Houston’s free daily events as well!

Things to Do in Houston

Whether you’re traveling here for business, looking for an exciting day trip or weekend getaway or embarking on a family friendly adventure, you’ll find there’s something for everyone in Houston. Go ahead and browse through the site and we guarantee you’ll discover some must-see stops that you won’t want to miss.

Houston serves up nationally recognized dining, shopping, entertainment and nightlife.  We have world-class attractions and events.  Best of all, you’ll find a number of things that are budget-friendly or free. In fact, there’s so many things to do in Houston, you may want to schedule an extra day or two to your trip!

Things to Do in Houston: Allen's Landing

Often described as “Houston’s heart” and Houston's “Plymouth Rock,” Allen’s Landing is an area that truly defines Houston. It was here in 1836 that August C. and John K. Allen stepped ashore and claimed Houston as their own. The confluence of Buffalo and White Oak bayous also became Houston’s first port and a thriving commercial hub.

After years of deterioration and numerous planning efforts, Allen’s Landing is undergoing major revitalization and rejuvenation. Already completed is a concrete paved wharf designed to replicate the original port, a promenade, terrace overlooking the bayou, trail/walkway, entry plaza at intersection of Commerce and Main, terraced grass lawn, and text-based Public Artwork.

Improvements are being made west and east of the existing park, including the downtown streetscape enhancement project, which will feature pedestrian connections from Commerce Street to the bayou. Four major entryways will also include stairs, ramps, landscaping, signage, and public art.

Amenities:
* Benches
* Trash Receptacles
* Drinking Fountain
* Bike Rack
* Decorative Lighting

Size: 1.76 acres