The Woodlands, TX Road Trips

1 Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Dr, ☏ +1 281 363-3300. The Houston area's premier outdoor music venue, featuring big national and international acts of all genres. There are also park-grounds located next door, perfect for a picnic on non-concert days. Occasionally, special festivities may be held. Check website for schedule. 2 Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown (Splashtown), 21300 Interstate 45, Spring, ☏ +1 281 355 3300. Water slides, pools, picnic areas, raft rides, etc. US$45. (updated Apr 2025)

There are always new restaurants opening in the area, from local to international, chains to one-of-a-kind. HEB, 9595 Six Pines Rd, ☏ +1 281 292-2080. Actually a grocery store, but has a quick-serve with indoor and outdoor self-seating. Inexpensive. (updated Feb 2020) Beck's Prime, 2120 Buckthorne Pl, ☏ +1 281 367-3600. Excellent gourmet hamburgers cooked over a mesquite grill Moderate. Amerigo's, 25250 Grogan's Park Dr, ☏ +1 281 362-0808. Italian-influenced dishes. Expensive. Jasper's, Market Street Square, ☏ +1 281 298-6600, fax: +1 281 298-6621. Upscale backyard cuisine. Expensive.

1 Hyatt Centric The Woodlands, 9595 Six Pines, Suite 1100, ☏ +1 281 203-5005. Check-in: 4PM, check-out: 11AM. (updated Mar 2025) 2 The Woodlands Resort, 2301 N Millbend Dr, ☏ +1 281-367-1100. Check-in: 4PM, check-out: 11AM. (updated May 2021)

For the concert hall and most shopping, take I-45 North from Houston and exit Woodlands Parkway, then right on Six Pines Dr. You can usually find plenty of free parking, but be wary of evenings when concerts are occurring. Vonlane. Luxury coach service from Dallas. (updated Feb 2026)

Be careful of parking. The Woodlands is close to several high-end hotels, shops, and a major concert area. Traffic and parking can be troublesome, so use caution. Under normal circumstances, The Woodlands Mall parking lot is a safe bet, although other garages may be open as well. Enter at your own risk. There are over 60 miles of trails and sidewalks within the Woodlands, although the majority service the local neighborhoods. Although most homes are not within reasonable walking distance, It is perfectly possible to park in the shopping center and take on foot to the hotels, movie theatre, and the local shops. Be careful of traffic and use signals when possible, and always cross at crosswalks. Texas drivers are not known for yielding. Woodlands Trolley. Not to be confused with the Water Taxi, the Trolley is a free-bus service traveling among the restaurants, shops, and hotels. It operates M–Th 11AM–9PM, F Sa 10AM–10PM, Su 11AM–9PM (Aug 2019). The Woodlands is one of the very few areas in Houston where biking is practical. Most shopping malls and shopping centers provide bicycle parking in central locations. As with other pedestrians, be wary of traffic and other individuals. The use of lights, reflectors, and helmets is highly recommended.