Texas’ Most Outrageous Roadside Attraction Is Totally Free to Visit

One of the most outrageous roadside attractions in the country is a must-visit for art fans while in the Houston area. I, for one, plan on paying it a visit the next time I take a road trip to that neck of the woods. 

I haven’t spent nearly enough time in Houston. I passed through there briefly once in the 90s and traveled there to see Metallica in concert back in 2008, but that’s it. I definitely need to explore more of what Space City has to offer.

Yelp Names Smither Park Among the Nation’s Wildest Attractions

Speaking of exploring, there is nothing like an outrageous attraction to pique my curiosity. So, I dove headfirst into Yelp’s list of 11 of the most outrageous roadside attractions, hoping a Texas destination would be on the list, and was pleased to see that Smither Park was on there.

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The park consists of beautiful mosaics made from scraps like broken glass, ceramics, tiles, marbles, bottle caps, and more. From the unique displays to the sidewalks, everything about Smither Park is a work of art.

Visiting Smither Park: Free, Fun, and Family-Friendly

Road tripping can be quite expensive. The good news is that it won’t cost you a dime to visit Smither Park. It’s free and open to the public for art viewing, family gatherings, or for those simply looking for a place to relax.