Although it might be difficult to keep secrets hidden in a city with millions of residents, a big city like Houston is sure to have some secrets. Exploring is one of the best things to do in Houston. Here are a few of Houston's best-kept secrets for those who appreciate finding strange, obscure, or hidden treasures.

The Bayou's Burp Button

Visit the nearby Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern to find the secret button that causes a bubble to "burp" in Buffalo Bayou. The inconspicuous red button is located on the outskirts of downtown, close to Sesquicentennial Park, but I won't say exactly where it is. Both adults and kids will enjoy the button's explosion of a sizable bubble from the bayou. Consider timing the bubble to catch any bayou kayakers off surprise, even if it might not be appreciated.

Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern

Built in 1926, the 15 million gallon reservoir in downtown Houston was deactivated in the 1970s and mostly forgotten. Then, in 2012, while working on park repairs, workers unlocked a hatch to get access to the space and discovered a magnificent cistern with endless rows of columns ascending to the ceiling. After renovation, the area is now open to the public for visits. For $5, guests may enjoy a 30-minute tour of the site where they can discover its history and even experience the 17-second echo produced by the enclosed cistern. From December 2016 until June 2017, a video art piece called "Rain: Magdalena Fernandez" occupied the space, projecting light throughout the cistern.

The Dungeon Room of the Hotel ZaZa

Locals usually pick the upscale Hotel ZaZa in the Museum District when they wish to spend the afternoon by a nice pool. But if you want to spend a staycation in one of the strangest hotel rooms in the city, ZaZa could be the place for you. The area known as the "Dungeon Room" is located on the third floor of the hotel. Although the hotel has "Hard Times" as one of its themed rooms and even has the word "Hard Times" in its official name, it is not marketed nor immediately obvious when trying to make a reservation. This room, which is around one-third the size of a conventional hotel room, contains a strange bed that is chained to the walls, a brick wall façade, and other odd artwork. The "Hard Times" room itself is odd, but guests who stay there get to use one of the hotel's largest balconies.

Lucky Land 

Lucky Land is tucked between I-45 and the Hardy Toll Road in north Houston, south of Aldine. Over two acres, Lucky Land is a serene area devoted to Asian history and culture. At a moderate adult admission price of $10, Lucky Land provides a massive Terracotta Army model that fills many trenches and is identical to the army discovered in the Chinese province of Shaanxi. The Panda Village, various kung fu sculptures, tiny Chinese cities, smiling Buddha statues, and a big koi pond are further attractions of Lucky Land.

Shri Swaminarayan Temple of BAPS

This magnificent Hindu temple was built in Houston utilizing more than 33,000 distinct pieces of Turkish limestone and Italian marble that were carved in India. It is situated in Stafford on the southwest side of the city. A place of worship and devotion for practicing Hindus, the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is open to the general public and features an exhibition to aid in understanding Hinduism. The 22-acre mandir offers visitors gorgeous grounds, a charming building, and the opportunity to interact with and learn about Hinduism.

What secrets about Houston have you uncovered? Comment below and let us know!

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What if the entire world was candy? Candytopia brings the world of candy to an interactive art installation and play place ripe with gorgeous photo opportunities. 

The rainbow-themed Candytopia is located inside CITYCENTRE.

The vibrant interactive museum from Houston is returning and much better than before. At H-Town, Candytopia is back and better than ever in its new CITYCENTRE location.

This mixed-use site is no stranger to bringing in entertaining artworks, and its newest feature amps up the whimsy. A secret sweet world has sprung to life inside the never-ending selection of shops and eateries at CITYCENTRE. A deliciously wonderful sweet paradise lies just beyond Candytopia's intimidating walls.
Returning guests will remember some old favorites, but Candytopia has changed into a growing kaleidoscopic wonderland. This is a brand-new interactive art environment.

Welcome to Candytopia

Where enormous sweet floss structures combine with enticing twisted taffy. You've come to the perfect location if you've ever fantasized of eating your way through Candyland or getting a Golden Ticket.
Discover our expansive haven of sweet delight and experience a singular complete sensory journey into a fantastical fantasy. This interactive art installation has over a dozen different landscapes, like a marshmallow tsunami and flying unicorn pigs. It celebrates the brilliant colors and flavors of your favorite sugar-coated treats.

Visitors are given a behind-the-scenes peek at the delights in this new Candytopia, whether they want to browse around the sweet library, stroll through the beautiful forest, or take a plunge under the sea. A plaque detailing statistics, such as the number of sweets and hours required to construct each project, is placed next to many of them. Each creature was painstakingly crafted in a singularly delicious media, ranging in size from a tiny snail to a larger-than-life fire-breathing dragon.

Candytopia is a fun indoor escape during Texas summertime. It's a location where you may enter a fantasy universe where everything is candy-sweet. since the material is used in everything.

For children aged 4 to 12 and adults, Candytopia tickets cost $20 and $28, respectively. Every day at 10 am, it opens, and the final admittance is at 8:30 pm. Click here for additional details on the world of candy-coated pop-ups.

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We have fantastic apartment living. East End Loft offers an unrivaled location amid the area's most renowned eating and entertainment, just steps from major employers, in the center of Downtown Houston. Come home to breathtaking, unimpeded views of the Downtown Houston cityscape. Enjoy the energy of the city. These sights will awe you, day or night!

Although it can be rather hot outside during the summer, there is a ton to do at the East End Loft apartment complex. Here is a summary of all of our wonderful summertime attractions.

We provide some of the top facilities in the industry, including:

• Private outdoor pool

  • Palm trees, sundeck, and open sky

  • Resort-Style Pool & Grilling Stations

• Courtyard Space

  • Gather with friends, enjoy the outdoors, or just relax after a long day

• Fenced dog yard

  • Play with your pets

  • Meet new furry friends in the apartments

  • Dogs are allowed 7 days a week with room to run

• Picnic and grilling areas

  • Do you want to get together with friends and go outside?

  • We have picnic and grilling spots just near the pool. With family and friends, enjoy your favorite barbecue outside before cooling off in the pool.

• Historical Significance

  • For more than a century, the East End Lofts building has been a mainstay of the EaDo district.

• Modern Conveniences

  • Enjoy a private pool, a barbecue space outside, a fitness facility, and other amenities – all with a historic flavor.

• Unparalleled Location

  • Our location in the center of Houston's vibrant and interesting warehouse district is unbeatable.

With all of our excellent amenities, including one of the best outdoor pools in the area, we can't wait to see you at East End Lofts this summer!

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Join the Luckiest Bar Crawl in History!

2 Drinks or Shots on the House! Drink Specials You Can't Get Anywhere Else! $1,000 Grand Prize Costume Contest* Drink Specials You Can't Get Anywhere Else!
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Our Crawl Map Has Arrived! For more information on the costume contest, go to www.crawlwith.us/costumecontest. * Green Voucher = Free Drink Or Shot * CHECK AHEAD OF TIME 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. DESTINATIONS FOR PUB CRAWLING ON THE FRONT PORCH 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
77 DEGREES SPECIALS DOGWOOD ELECTRIC FEEL GOOD (TBD) $5 Deep Eddy Vodka | $3 Miller or Coors
$3 Miller or Coors Light | $5 Deep Eddy Vodka
TBD PLAYGROUND (FORMERLY CAPITOL BAR) SOCIAL BEER GARDEN Specials at FRONT PORCH PUB Specials at TBD PLAYGROUND (FORMERLY CAPITOL BAR) SOCIAL BEER GARDEN (TO BE DETERMINED)
Green Tea Shots will set you back $5, Jameson will set you back $7, and Car Bombs will set you back $8.
SPECIALS AT THE WONDER BAR TO BE DETERMINED

AFTER PARTY TIME 10PM – 12AM, ELECTRIC FEEL GOOD
PLAYGROUND (FORMERLY CAPITOL BAR) * Red Voucher = Free Drink Or Shot *
We'll announce all of the venues and specials in March!
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