Houston Landmarks



Many famous landmarks and tourist attractions are located in and around the Houston Metro area. Some of them include such historic sites as the San Jacinto Monument and Battleship Texas or more modern wonders such as the Williams Waterwall.

This page features highlights from our Houston landmarks stock photo collection. We stock high quality photography that captures the spirit of Houston and Texas. This gallery page is only a sampling of the photos available in our image library. Click any of the links below or use the search field to browse our online collection. All of our pictures are available as stock photography or fine art photo prints and posters.


San Jacinto Star Monument Memorial

San Jacinto Monument


This 1939 art deco style monument commemorates the Battle of San Jacinto 1836, which was a turning point in the Texas Revolution. Located just outside Houston, the imposing tower and star stand as a proud memorial to those who fought for Texas independence.

Photo of San Jacinto Monument
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Fountain Hermann Park Houston

Mecom-Rockwell Colonnade


This architectural accent and fountain is located in the Northwest section of Houston's Hermann Park. Completed in 1968, this monument is constructed of corinthian-style limestone columns from the original Miller Theatre. Also pictured Hotel ZaZa (former Warwick Hotel).

Photo of Houston Hermann Park




Warship, Battleship, World War, Texas, WW2

Battleship Texas


Commissioned in 1910, the BB-35 USS Texas played roles in major conflicts in both World Wars including battles at Iwo Jima and Normandy.

Battleship Texas Photo


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Sam Houston Hermann Park

Sam Houston Statue


Standing at 40-feet tall, this bronze equestrian figure of Sam Houston is one of the most prominent features of Hermann Park. It was sculpted by Enrico Filiberto Cerracchio in 1925.

Statue of Sam Houston Photo
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Sweeney Clock Cast Iron Houston Icon

Sweeney Jewelry Store Clock


This historic Downtown landmark is a relic of the early 1900's in Houston. Constructed of thick cast-iron, this victorian-style clock was originally located on Main Street in front of the Sweeney Jewelry store. In the mid-1970's, it was moved to it's current location at Capitol and Bagby.

Houston Downtown Clock Photo



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