Not-to-be-Missed While You're Out West
When you pay a visit to Houston, you'll discover that there are a great deal of things to do for the entire family right inside 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 head west for some uncommon sights.
If oddities are your thing, west Houston has a several points of interest that will make your day. The first is just off Interstate 10 and is a 50 ft. tall saxophone manufactured totally from Volkswagen Beetles. This sculpture, originally stationed in front of a restaurant to attract customers, is now all that remains of the complex. But it is still a large attraction for those who recall the old "Route 66" days and its string of unique roadside icons.
Yet another sight worth seeing if you're a fan of "the unusual" is the house made entirely of beer cans and pull-tabs. The "Beer Can House," as it's known, is made completely of beer cans, including the yard fence and draperies. The people who built the house — its original owners — drank the beer themselves out of each and every can in the house. It's worth the trip both to see the house and also imagine how the owners were able to consume 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 great place for swimming, picnics, playing soccer or baseball, or even going horseback riding. If you want to take in something a little different, stroll over to the radio-controlled airfield inside 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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