📝 My Story

One of the parks on our list was Smither Park — and it was one of the coolest, most unexpected stops of the trip. This funky urban park is packed with colorful mosaic art, handmade sculptures, and quirky details everywhere you look. It’s a true celebration of creativity and community, and wandering through it made for some of the most fun and unique photos from our time in the city.

🌎 Location

• 📍 Google Maps: Smither Park

📌 Quick Info

• 🏙️ City: Houston, Texas

• 🅿️ Parking: Free street parking nearby

• 🚻 Bathrooms: Not available onsite

• 🧭 Travel Tip: Visit on a weekend — local artists are often working on new mosaics

• 📸 Photographer’s Note: Look for the giant fish bench and mosaic-covered amphitheater for fun photo ops

• 🛐 Etiquette: Be respectful — this is a community art space in progress

• 🕰️ Best Time to Explore: Morning or late afternoon for softer light

• ♿ Accessibility: Paved walkways, but some uneven areas

💡 Pro Tip

Wear comfy shoes — you’ll want to take your time wandering through every corner to catch all the little details!

📸 Photography Tip

Get up close to the mosaics for vibrant texture shots, and don’t be afraid to include people in your photos to show the scale and playfulness of the art.