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The Houston metroplex is home to approximately 7 million people. Encompassing nine different counties, the Greater Houston area is the fifth-most populous metropolitan area in the United States, and still growing. With so many people, it might seem like a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the urban jungle would be impossible to find, especially close to home. But the truth is that there are several relaxing places to visit, tucked into corners of the city and adjacent Houston neighborhoods. Here are five escapes around Houston for when you need to take a break from the busyness of city life while remaining within the city limits.