What to do When You're Out West
When you pay a visit to Houston, you'll discover that there are a lot of things to do for the whole family right within the city. The zoo, aquarium, Johnson Space Center, and the arts, science, and cultural museums are all popular. But for something distinct and slightly less well known, depart Houston and travel west for some unusual sights.
If oddities are your thing, west Houston has a few attractions that will make your day. The first is just off Interstate 10 and is a 50 ft. tall saxophone made entirely from Volkswagen Beetles. This sculpture, initially set up in front of a restaurant to attract customers, is now all that remains of the complex. But it is even now a large draw for those who remember the old "Route 66" days and its chain of unusual roadside icons.
Another attraction worth viewing if you're a fan of "the unusual" is the house manufactured completely of beer cans and pull-tabs. The "Beer Can House," as it's known, is constructed fully of beer cans, including the yard fence and draperies. The people who built the house — its original owners — drank the beer on their own out of each and every can in the house. It's worth the trip both to see the house and also envision how the owners managed to drink that much alcohol.
For a more serene and serious experience, stop by George Bush Park. The park is filled with walking and biking trails and has a special 15-acre fenced-off dog park. It is a excellent venue for swimming, picnics, playing soccer or baseball, or even going horseback riding. If you want to check out something a little different, walk over to the radio-controlled airfield within the park and watch the enthusiasts flying their miniature models. It's amazing to see the accuracy with which these pilots fly their planes.
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