A decaying concrete oil tanker served as a disposal location for bootleg hootch.

One of the largest historical collections on Texas and the American West.

The deadly but beautiful ornamental oleander was planted all over the island of Galveston after the hurricane of 1900.

The statue, located at a mansion-turned-emancipation museum, honors Galveston’s history as the birthplace of Juneteenth.

The historic tall ship is one of just three of its kind still sailing open waters today.

Despite changing times, the legendary stage has proved the show must always go on.

This private mansion turned Catholic bishop’s home is an iconic Galveston building.

This memorial and the seawall that it stands near are powerful symbols of the island’s resilience.

This tiny, hurricane-resistant house in Galveston is one of the city's most notable architectural oddities.

Houston’s oldest continuously-operating Tex-Mex restaurant has been a community hub since 1941.

Look no further than this local institution for the best East Texas–style barbecue.

A shrine to the royal lord of all cacti.

Beer lover's can-covered house.

A taste of Middle Earth, in the middle of the Bayou City.

A private collection of massive steel monsters guarding a Texas pipe works.

This historical air terminal in Houston is slowly becoming an aviation museum dedicated to the city's aeronautical history.

A health museum containing a 27’’½-foot intestine.

Originally brought to Texas by Czech settlers, these sweet and savory pastries are an essential local breakfast staple.

A curious statue fit for a mad tea party.

A 400-year-old live oak tree with a fictitiously morbid past.

This small park features a monumental fountain wall, providing a great photo opportunity in the middle of Houston.

One man's remarkable private collection of art from around the world.

Hidden beneath a beautiful overlook you’ll find the history of the city depicted in comic strip format next to a pay toilet.

Cantonese comfort food is on the menu at this Asiatown mainstay.