Nestled between The Galleria and Montrose neighborhoods, is the shaded oasis of River Oaks. The luxurious area brings foodies, shoppers, and visitors for food, activities, and gorgeous, mansion-filled neighborhoods.

One of the most popular attractions in the area is the Landmark River Oaks Theatre. Built in 1939, this River Oaks Shopping Center destination is a perfect spot to catch an independent or foreign film. While in the popular shopping district, stroll along many shops before or after the show.

For more shopping, many flock to Highland Village, where upscale shops like Anthropologie, Pottery Barn, and Williams Sonoma are located. Other stores include Lucchese Boots, Crate and Barrel, and an Apple store. Continuing down Westheimer Rd. towards downtown, where you'll find shops like Billy Reid, Sloan-Hall, and antique stores lining the road.

River Oaks is a residential community located in the center of Houston, Texas, United States. Located within the 610 Loop and between Downtown and Uptown, the community spans 1,100 acres. Established in the 1920s by brothers Will Hogg and Michael Hogg, the community became a well-publicized national model for community planning. Real estate values in the community range from $1 million to over $20 million. River Oaks was also named the most expensive neighborhood in Houston in 2013. The community is home to River Oaks Country Club, which includes a golf course designed by architect Donald Ross and redesigned in 2015 by Tom Fazio.

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