Places on this Skoot
Vargo's
2401 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX
by Hilton 
Traveling to Texas with your sweetie? From candlelit restaurants to gorgeous natural attractions, Houston has plenty to offer visitors seeking a romantic escape. Here, TravelSkoot presents some the best romantic things to do and see in Houston.
Vargo's offers elegant dining in a storybook setting. From your table, enjoy panoramic vistas of a private lake, magnificent gardens, graceful swans and preening peacocks. The acres of romantic landscaping have made Vargo's a popular choice for hosting weddings, receptions, bridal showers and rehearsal dinners. In keeping with the backdrop, the menu offers mostly country-club dishes: snapper Pontchartrain, strip steak and roast duckling. After your meal, stroll along the illuminated footpaths and suspended bridges that lead to an exquisite gazebo.
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Elevating an impressive 64 stories into the sky, Williams Tower makes an unmistakable mark on Houston's skyline. At night, a 7,000-watt beacon sweeps from its rooftop across the sky. Although you can no longer visit the 51st-floor observation deck, head just south of the tower to the 18 acres of landscaped park and picnic areas, highlighted by the Water Wall. This 64-foot-long horseshoe-shaped fountain — symbolizing the 64 stories of the Williams Tower — is a popular place for wedding ceremonies.
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The largest urban wildlife refuge in the United States, Armand Bayou Nature Center lets you experience wilderness close to home. You can reconnect with nature as you walk the boardwalk through forests and marshes; view live displays of snakes, spiders, hawks and bison; learn about the area's plant and animal inhabitants; and hike on trails. Explore the bayou in an electric pontoon boat or on a guided canoe tour, and paddle in the beauty of the bayou.
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Hidden away in a pine grove of the Woodlands area of Houston is an Italian gem of an eatery. Come here for dinner, or enjoy a drink at the piano lounge, open Wednesday through Saturday evenings. Sit down indoors – the high ceilings and plate glass windows give you the air of being outdoors. Or if you prefer, experience the real thing as Italians call it eating alfresco – and the bubbling fountain and flowering hibiscus make it worthwhile even on a cool night. Enthusiasts rave about the Snapper Amerigo’s, the Lobster mezzaluna, and the Linguine fra Diavolo.
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The Hilton Houston Hobby Airport hotel is conveniently located within minutes of the William P. Hobby Airport in Houston, Texas. Enjoy the comfort of this hotel with 300 'Texas Sized' guestrooms and suites equipped with some of the best essential amenities. The hotel is also known for its great food and service at three delicious dining establishments; try the Plaza Cafe for a relaxed breakfast or lunch buffet, while the Boardwalk has a memorable atmosphere serving a full dinner menu. Finally, finish off the night with a relaxing beverage at the Sundance Lounge. The hotel is also situated in the middle of it all from downtown and the convention center to sporting events and recreational activities. For a truly first-class experience from accommodations to dining, choose the Hilton Houston Hobby Airport hotel for your stay.
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