Smith Lands
Step off the Red Line at Smith Lands Station and wander a few blocks to the lush River Oaks Garden Club, a blooming oasis with historic mansions and art installations. Just across the street, the vibrant West University corridor offers boutique cafés, Tex-Mex eateries, and the iconic Menil Collection—home to surrealist masterpieces and the historic Rothko Chapel. If you’re a sports fan, a short ride on the METRORail will drop you at the Toyota Center for Rockets games or concerts. The station’s proximity to the Houston Museum District makes it an ideal start point for culture seekers, with the Museum of Fine Arts and the Houston Zoo only a 15‑minute ride away.
About This Station
Step off the Red Line at Smith Lands Station and wander a few blocks to the lush River Oaks Garden Club, a blooming oasis with historic mansions and art installations. Just across the street, the vibrant West University corridor offers boutique cafés, Tex-Mex eateries, and the iconic Menil Collection—home to surrealist masterpieces and the historic Rothko Chapel. If you’re a sports fan, a short ride on the METRORail will drop you at the Toyota Center for Rockets games or concerts. The station’s proximity to the Houston Museum District makes it an ideal start point for culture seekers, with the Museum of Fine Arts and the Houston Zoo only a 15‑minute ride away.
Useful Tips
- Buy a Q Card or use the METRO app for seamless fare payment and discounted transfers.
- Check the METRO schedule on weekdays; trains run every 6‑8 minutes during peak hours, but service slows after 9 PM.
- Carry a reusable water bottle—Houston’s climate is warm, and many nearby parks have water refill stations.
Nearby Places
Comunidades residenciales
Residencial · Variable
Quick Info
Lines
Roja
Area
Houston
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