Understand
[edit]Pasadena is known for its plethora of oil refineries. As such, it is often referred to as "Stinkadena" by the neighboring locals.
Get in
[edit]Get around
[edit]See
[edit]- Refinery Row - A dystopian skyline of stacks and flares seem to stretch on for miles along TX Hwy 225 just east of I-45.
- Armand Bayou Nature Center, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, ☏ +1 281-474-2551. W-Sa 9AM-5PM, Su Noon-5pm. Swamp and bayou lovers should delight in this watery environment that also has trails and a number of animal residents like gators, bison, and armadillos. $7 adults, $5 seniors and children over 3.
Do
[edit]- ItzUSA, 5950 Fairmont Parkway, ☏ +1 281 998-2424. Su-F 11AM-8PM, Sa 10AM-8PM. Try unlimited pizza buffet, pasta, soup & potato dishes with refreshing beverages & desserts. Enjoy kids fun activities like bowling, arcade, rock climbing, and bumper cars.
Buy
[edit]Eat
[edit]- Mariscos El General, 2222 Spencer Hwy. If you're looking for something local and authentic, this Mexican seafood restaurant/bar has a fair amount to offer, from food and drinks to live performances.
Drink
[edit]Sleep
[edit]- Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Pasadena, 5150 East Sam Houston Pkwy S, ☏ +1 281-991-1055. Pool and breakfast.
- Silver Sycamore, 5111 Pine Ave, ☏ +1 281-487-4033. This property has kind of a frontier feel and caters to weddings but also has cottages for overnight stays and a restaurant called the Pine Street Cafe.
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