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Tranquility Park

USA
4.3
(850 reviews)
6
Tours Available
Free
Adult Entry
1-2 hours
Recommended Duration
March-May
Best Time

Overview

Tranquility Park is a serene urban green space located in the heart of Downtown Houston. The park commemorates the historic Apollo 11 moon landing and features a large fountain, lush landscaping, and public art installations.

The park serves as a memorial to the space program and provides a peaceful retreat amidst the bustling city.

Urban Park Historical Site

Location

Address

400 Rusk St., Houston, Texas

Neighborhood: Downtown Houston

Coordinates

29.753500, -95.369700

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults
Free
Children
Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum
30 minutes
Recommended
1-2 hours
Full Experience
half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

  • • flowers
  • • gardens

summer

hot

  • • extended hours

autumn

cool

  • • fall colors

winter

mild

  • • holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

  • No booking required
  • Bring ID
  • Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

recommended

camera sunscreen

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

  • • none

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

USD

Typical Costs

entry $0
parking $10
food $15
souvenirs $10

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

  • • none
  • • none
  • • none
  • • not applicable

Amenities

Restrooms
Gift shop
Atm
Wifi
Lockers
Wheelchair rental
Stroller rental
On site restaurant
Cafe
Picnic areas
Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

None

Size: None

Features: None

Platforms: None

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: George Bush Intercontinental Airport

Distance: 35 km

Travel Time: 40 minutes

taxi
$50 40 min
public_transport
$5 70 min

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

metro
$2 10 min
bus
$1.50 20 min
taxi
$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

  • Free entry at all times
  • Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

  • • Try local cafe
  • • Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello
thank_you Thank you
where_is Where is
how_much How much
beautiful Beautiful
ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas
prohibited areas none
flash photography allowed
commercial photography permit needed
drone policy prohibited
tripod policy allowed
selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Houston Museum of Natural Science

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Museum

Discovery Green Park

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.3

Based on 850 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

  • "Visit early"
  • "Great views"
  • "Peaceful"

Contact Information

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Available Tours

6

Rating

4.3 / 5.0

Reviews

850

Adult Entry

Free

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