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WELCOME TO HOUSTON!

Houston is a dynamic, multi-facted metropolis bursting with attractions, eateries, quirky neighborhoods, a vibrant arts and music scene, under appreciated greenspaces, and friendly people. If you are new to Houston, we hope that you enjoy your stay!

ACCOMMODATIONS
Houston has a wide variety of accommodations. Here are a few hotels/motels in and near the Houston Zoo.

Accomodations

• Click here to see a list of local hotels/motels

RESTAURANTS
No matter what your taste in food Houston is likely to have a restaurant to fill the bill. Here are a few choices close to the Houston Zoo/Hermann Park area.

Mexican and Cuban

• Goode Co. Taqueria & Hamburgers
  
• Maria Selma
• El Meson

Texas Barbeque

• Goode Co. Barbecue

Indian (Asian), Thai, Vietnamese

• Shiva or Bombay Brasserie
• Thai Spice
• Mai's or Van Loc

Coffee Shops

• Solento or Dirk's Coffee

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
While in the Houston area you may wish to check out a few attractions. Here are a few helpful websites. The conference will kick off at the Houston Zoo in beautiful and centrally located Hermann Park.

This park is home to many attractions and is also within a short driving distance from downtown, the Village, and other places with regular events.

• Convention and Vistors Bureau
• Downtown Houston District
• Houston Museum District 
• Houston Press