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The Galleria, Houston (must see)
The Galleria in Houston is the largest shopping center in Texas and the fourth largest in the United States, attracting over 30 million visitors annually. The Galleria offers a fine and dynamic shopping environment that appeals to both international guests and Houstonians. The center houses over 400 stores and restaurants, two high-rise Westin hotels, and three office towers, spanning 2.4 million square feet of space. The Galleria is a popular retail and tourist destination, catering to every style and taste.
The Galleria offers a variety of amenities, including a full-size ice rink for recreational and figure skating, a state-of-the-art children’s play area, two swimming pools, full-service national and international banks, multiple tax-free reimbursement locations for international guests, two tailor shops, several beauty salons, and a post office, catering to a wide range of shopper needs. With nine valet parking stations and 13,000 parking spaces in seven garages, the Galleria accommodates drivers easily.
The Galleria's architecture is inspired by the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in Milan and is a mix of urban and dynamic design. The center stands out for its shopping panache and architectural style, attracting more than 7,000 business professionals in the adjoining office towers.
The Galleria offers more than 60 dining options ranging from fine dining to casual favorites. Visitors can dine at Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House, Nobu, and Fig & Olive for fine dining or at Blanco Tacos + Tequila, The Cheesecake Factory, and Shake Shack for casual dining.
The Galleria offers a variety of amenities, including a full-size ice rink for recreational and figure skating, a state-of-the-art children’s play area, two swimming pools, full-service national and international banks, multiple tax-free reimbursement locations for international guests, two tailor shops, several beauty salons, and a post office, catering to a wide range of shopper needs. With nine valet parking stations and 13,000 parking spaces in seven garages, the Galleria accommodates drivers easily.
The Galleria's architecture is inspired by the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in Milan and is a mix of urban and dynamic design. The center stands out for its shopping panache and architectural style, attracting more than 7,000 business professionals in the adjoining office towers.
The Galleria offers more than 60 dining options ranging from fine dining to casual favorites. Visitors can dine at Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House, Nobu, and Fig & Olive for fine dining or at Blanco Tacos + Tequila, The Cheesecake Factory, and Shake Shack for casual dining.
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The Galleria on Map
Sight Name: The Galleria
Sight Location: Houston, USA (See walking tours in Houston)
Sight Type: Shopping
Sight Location: Houston, USA (See walking tours in Houston)
Sight Type: Shopping
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