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Gus S. Wortham Fountain, Memorial Heights
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Gus S. Wortham Fountain

  • 4.797 reviews
  • Free
  • Open now · till 10 pm

A peaceful urban oasis centered on a large ornamental fountain, offering wide lawns and shaded walkways. Visit for relaxing strolls, photography, and casual picnics — expect pleasant water sounds, open space for kids and dogs, and plenty of benches to sit and watch the city pass by.

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Quick answers

Gus S. Wortham Fountain in short

When is Gus S. Wortham Fountain open?

Every day, 6 AM–10 PM.

When is the best time to visit Gus S. Wortham Fountain?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Gus S. Wortham Fountain indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Where is Gus S. Wortham Fountain?

2902 Allen Pkwy,Houston, TX 77019.

Right now · 5:30 pm

Why it fits right now

Better tomorrow at 7 am.

It works now, but the weather or the hour suits it more later.

In its favour

  • Open till 10 pm
  • Outdoors

82°

Clear

Feels
88°
Rain
0%
Wind
2mph
  1. 6pmClear80°
  2. 7pmClear76°
  3. 8pmMostly clear76°

The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 10 pm
monday
6 AM–10 PM
tuesday
6 AM–10 PM
wednesday
6 AM–10 PM
thursday
6 AM–10 PM
friday
6 AM–10 PM
saturday
6 AM–10 PM
sundayToday
6 AM–10 PM

Where and how

  1. 1 Gus S. Wortham Fountain
  2. 2 Clarkwood · 6 min
  3. 3 La Griglia · 8 min
  4. 4 Flora · 9 min
  5. 5 Pavon Coffee Den · 11 min
2902 Allen Pkwy, Houston, TX 77019(opens the map)DirectionsTo Memorial Heights

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for couples

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.7from 97 reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Relaxation
  • Scenic views
  • Gardens
  • Picnic areas

The feel

  • Spacious
  • Quiet
  • Family friendly
  • Tourists
  • Pet owners

Around Memorial Heights

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Water all day.

Your full outfit
  • WaterThe whole time