Galleria/Uptown

Its shiny chrome rings suspended above intersections welcome visitors to Houston's premier shopping district. The Galleria is a fashionista's paradise. More than 700 retailers, fine dining, sports, and hotels sit within two square miles. Inside Texas' largest shopping mall, the Galleria, more than 375 stores, two hotels, an ice rink and endless food options make it a popular destination. For an alfresco experience, follow Post Oak Boulevard north to Uptown Park, where well-heeled boutiques fill the Italian-inspired shopping villa, or drive (just inside the Loop) to Highland Village, where national-brand restaurants and retailers mix with locally owned shops.

The shopping area is flanked by Houston's toniest neighborhoods, home to a former President, corporate leaders, and professional athletes. From luxurious high rises to large wooded lots and stately homes, the Galleria area has it all.