Plan Your Trip to Houston
Atex is proud to welcome students from across the country to our IICRC training classes. Whether you’re based in Houston or traveling from out-of-state, we have a variety of things to do and see after class. From grabbing a bite to booking an overnight stay, here are some of our favorite places to explore around town.
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WHERE TO EAT
If you’re looking to grab a bite after class, here are some of our favorite casual dining spots in the area.
Pappas Bar-B-Q, Cantina and Seafood Kitchen
Near Northwest | 1 mile
Popular trio of family-owned restaurants
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WHERE TO DRINK
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Kick the day into high gear with caffeine or unwind after class at a local brewery. Here are some of our favorite local spots to grab a drink.
Slowpokes (Long Point Location)
Spring Branch East | 4 miles
Cozy coffee shop with light bites, dessert and strong coffee
Spring Branch East | 4 miles
Neighborhood local craft brewery with indoor dining and outdoor beer garden
Sawyer Yards | 12 miles
Craft brewery with high rise patio and great view of the downtown skyline
Sawyer Yards | 12 miles
Small independent brewery with a rotation of seasonal beers
Near Northside | 14 miles
Popular Houston brewery with huge outdoor beer garden
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WHERE TO STAY
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Traveling from out of town and need to know where to stay? Here are our recommended hotels and accommodations near our training location.
Extended Stay Deluxe Houston – Northwest
Near Northwest | 1 mile
5454 Hollister Street
Houston, TX 77040
Courtyard by Marriott Houston – NW/290 Corridor
Near Northwest | 4 miles
6708 N. Gessner Road
Houston, TX 77040
Towneplace Suites Houston Central/Northwest
Central Northwest | 2 miles
12820 Northwest Freeway
Houston, TX 77040
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WHERE TO VISIT
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Houston is home to a wide variety of things to do and see. From stadiums to museums, here’s a selection of places to explore around the city.
Fourth Ward | 13 miles
Decommissioned underground reservoir with rotating art installations
Downtown | 14 miles
Home to several large and small performing arts venues and theaters
Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
Downtown | 14 miles
Classical arts center for dance, theater and music
MATCH (Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston)
Midtown | 15 miles
Contemporary community arts venue
Energy Corridor | 15 miles
Immersive outer space-themed art exhibition
The Menil Collection and Rothko Chapel
Montrose | 13 miles
Modern art museum and meditation chapel with free admission
Museum District | 15 miles
Second largest art museum in the U.S.
Houston Museum of Natural Science
Museum District | 17 miles
Natural history and science museum with IMAX and butterfly center