Overview
Pasadena is in the North Barrier Coast of Texas.
1 sights · 1 things to do · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Pasadena
Armand Bayou Nature Center
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.
ItzUSA
Try unlimited pizza buffet, pasta, soup & potato dishes with refreshing beverages & desserts. Enjoy kids fun activities like bowling, arcade, rock climbing, and bumper cars.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Oct–Apr. Summer highs reach about 95°F; winter lows dip to about 44°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jun and Oct. (climate data from nearby Houston)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- HOU William P. Hobby Airport, Houston — 5 mi away (major hub). Directions
- IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston — 22 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Armand Bayou Nature Center
- Afternoon ItzUSA
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder
Understand
Pasadena is known for its plethora of oil refineries. As such, it is often referred to as "Stinkadena" by the neighboring locals.
See
- Refinery Row - A dystopian skyline of stacks and flares seem to stretch on for miles along TX Hwy 225 just east of I-45.
Do
Eat
- 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.
Sleep
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Alvin
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Stafford
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