Hermann Park is the kind of place you go when you need to remind yourself that, to a certain extent, it’s still possible to get lost in nature even inside the Loop. And whether your idea of relaxation is taking a hike through any number of the park’s trails, exploring its various gardens, or taking a book and a blanket and a basket of food to the pond, you’re bound to find a number of spots to take a breather.
This article appears in 2017 Best of Houston.