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Discovery Green Park
Type: Free Attractions, Parks
10Best Says
Houston may have an average high of a balmy 63 degrees in December, but that doesn't stop Houstonians from hitting the ice. Throughout the winter season, the Kinder Lake boat basin in Discovery Green... Read More
Houston may have an average high of a balmy 63 degrees in December, but that doesn't stop Houstonians from hitting the ice. Throughout the winter season, the Kinder Lake boat basin in Discovery Green in downtown transforms into an outdoor skating rink. Proceeds go toward the Discovery Green Conservancy that helps maintain the park and fund free activities throughout the year.
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Hours:
- Daily 6am-11pm
Admissions:
- Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Lydia Schrandt
Editor
- Things to Do in December: "Houston residents who get their electricity from Green Mountain Energy get $2 off with copy of their current electrical bill."
- Best for Things to Do in December Because: This is one of the only places in H-Town where you can get a true feeling of winter, even on the warmest of winter days.