Welcome to The Woodlands
Luxurious lifestyle with an undeniably hip and distinctive urban flair
A relatively new community, The Woodlands has already established itself as the high-end neighborhood of modern America. Voted #1 two years in a row as Niche magazine’s Best City to Live in America, this wonderful neighborhood has something for everyone.
The Woodlands was purposefully designed with community in mind. Founder George Mitchell focused on preserving the area’s natural beauty while emphasizing the comfort of day-to-day living for residents. In 1974 The Woodlands became an official town of Texas, and 45-plus years later, this grand vision of a perfect American town is only becoming more significant.
With lots of incredible dining, endless outdoor recreational activities, and world-class shopping, The Woodlands provides an ideal home to those who are eager to enjoy life to the fullest.
What to Love
- Community events by the popular Waterway
- High-end shopping on Market Street
- Outdoor recreation on 7,665 acres of devoted green space
- Unique and unforgettable dining experiences
Local Lifestyle
Life in The Woodlands is Americana at its best. By design, everything in the community revolves around ease of living and connection with nature in an upscale environment. The natural beauty provided by intentionally undeveloped land offers the residents of The Woodlands a rare sense of harmony with the environment.
Complementing its blissful connection to nature, The Woodlands boasts the latest modern amenities, including outdoor concerts, a thriving nightlife, and shopping on every corner. Locals are regularly found hitting the links, attending concerts in the park, or hunting for perfect one-of-a-kind antiques.
There’s always so much to do and see in The Woodlands; it’s the perfect blend of serene natural beauty and a hip downtown community.
Dining, Shopping & Entertainment
The center of the action in The Woodlands is the Waterway. Here you’ll find incredible restaurants, big-name stores, and year-round events and entertainment.
TRIS is a popular New American restaurant excelling in flavor, with menu items ranging from Korean butter-poached crab to classic ribeye. Many locals looking for craft cocktails and comfort food with an eclectic twist will head to Hearsay on the Waterway. The fun, splashy atmosphere and fresh local ingredients will have you coming back again and again.
For a day of family fun, residents flock to
The Woodlands Ice Rink. Great for parties and events, the rink provides locals with a cool winter spot to gather.
The Woodlands Mall has everyone’s favorite big-name brands if shopping is more your style. Add a delicious dining experience to that, and you’ll find yourself on
Market Street. With tons of luxe stores, from Bonobos and Herman Miller to Tiffany & Co and Rolex, you can cap off your day at
Mastro’s Ocean Club for the perfect combination of shopping and dining.
Things to Do
Many fearless locals take full advantage of The Woodlands’ soaring pines and challenge themselves at
Texas Treeventures. Swing high above on a creative and daring ropes course; this aerial adventure is as fun as it is unique!
If you prefer a more grounded experience, the
Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavillion, at the heart of town, hosts many community events, concerts, and endless entertainment throughout the year. Or, just steps away, you’ll find that the beautiful
Fountains at Waterway Square is a great place to unwind and relax while enjoying the outdoors.
Though it only comes once a year, the famed
Red, Hot, and Blue Festival packs a punch every 4th of July and is celebrated at five locations across The Woodlands. This is a spectacular neighborhood favorite with live music, contests, and a fireworks extravaganza.
Part of the Vinfast North America series, The Woodlands is host to
Ironman Texas in April 2023. As a host city, residents of The Woodlands will get an up-close seat to the exciting event.
Schools
The Woodlands provides an array of top-tier educational programs. Some of these include: