I could really fall in love with Houston’s sense of art 😭

Houston One-Day Tour: Elephant Art + Campus Stroll + Museum Marathon 🐘 Morning: An Elephant Adventure in Hermann Park A limited-time April highlight! 100 Indian elephant sculptures made of lemongrass plants are on display in the park, emitting a faint herbal fragrance in the sunlight.🌿 ✅ Best photo spot: The Commons, south of the Japanese Garden, where the elephants frame beautifully with cherry blossoms—a dreamy sight! ✅ Other fun activities: Take a vintage train ride ($3.75 per person) or feed the swans. 🎓 Midday: Academic Romance at Rice University (15-minute walk away) • Must-see: The Mediterranean-style Lovett Hall arch and the green lawn filled with squirrels. • Food tip: Try the French sandwich at the entrance of the campus. ❤️ The campus is open to the public for free, but the library requires a student card for entry. 🖼️ Afternoon: Museum District (10-minute light rail ride) 1️⃣ Natural Science Museum: Touch moon rocks and immerse yourself in the butterfly exhibit (combined ticket $25). 2️⃣ Art Museum: See Monet’s original "Water Lilies" and the popular spiral staircase. 3️⃣ Children’s Museum: Interactive science experiment area (a must for kids). 🎫 Money-saving tip: Some venues are free on Thursdays. 💡 Tips: Transportation: Light rail is recommended between attractions (one-way $1.25) or take a taxi (about $10 per trip). Attire: Light-colored linen dress + straw bag. The museum air conditioning is quite strong. Easter egg: On the way back, stop by the Montrose district for a craft beer. From natural art to academic halls, this route captures Houston’s most artistic DNA. #TexasTravelItinerary #HoustonTravelGuide #HoustonOneDayTrip #HoustonMuseumDistrict #RiceUniversity #HermannPark #PublicArtAsACulturalIcon