Overview
Houston's Official City Tour! From the HCT Visitors Center, explore Houston on a 80-minute Houston sightseeing tour, which travels by double-and single deck unique open top buses around the city including sights such as Convention center, Minute Maid Park, Historic District & Market Square, Downtown Aquarium, Houston Heritage Society Park, Financial District, Midtown and more.
Enjoy unobstructed views of breathtaking architecture and live onboard commentary. Experience Houston's most noteworthy attraction and explore Houston like never before! Alternate vehicles may be used according to number of passengers, weather or traffic conditions.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Map and orientation
In-person tour guide is available in the weekends and pre recorded audios are offered every weekdays
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off (all passengers have to meet us at the Visitors Center)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Departure Point: Houston City Tours Visitor Center, located behind the Four Seasons Hotel at the Convention Center district.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
First loop starts at 10:00 am
Start your tour from Houston City Tours Visitor Center @ 1302 Dallas Street, Houston TX
Must come in to check in and receive wrist band before tour starts.
Passengers must arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour departure .
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Please inform in advance if you need special assistance .Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Departure point: Houston City Tours Visitor Center
Directions: Houston City Tours Visitors center is located at :
1302 Dallas street Houston Texas 77002
( located behind the Four Seasons Hotel at the Convention Center district )
Info: call 832 388 8434
Address: 1302 Dallas St
Houston, TX
77002
What to expect
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Discovery Green
Beautiful urban park located in the heart of the Convention Center district.
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Annunciation Catholic Church
The Mother church of Catholicism in Houston and declared a historic landmark.
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Minute Maid Park
Old union train station and now home of the major league team the Houston Astros.
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Main Street
Admire the last original buildings of the historic Houston downtown district.
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Downtown Historic District Market Square
See the historic place where the first Houstonians built their original areas for commerce and government.
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City Hall
5 min
Admire this Art Deco 1939 historic City Hall building in front of Hermann square. Depending on weather and construction/traffic conditions, you may hop off for 5 minutes to take photos.
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Alley Theatre
5 min
Theatre located in the heart of the 2nd largest theater district in America.
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Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
5 min
Amazing theatre located in the heart of the 2nd largest theater district in America, and home of the Houston Symphony.
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Wortham Center
5 min
Amazing theatre located in the heart of the 2nd largest theater district in America, and home of the Houston Grand Opera.
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Downtown Aquarium
5 min
Filled with seafood restaurants and a sprawling spot for sea life, including touch pools, shark tank & displays of aquatic ecosystems. Depending on weather and construction/traffic conditions, you may hop off for 5 minutes to take photos.
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Julia Ideson Reading Room
5 min
Admire this 1923 Spanish style historic public library.
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Tranquility Park
5 min
Beautiful urban park to commemorate the Apollo 11 Mission controlled from Houston.
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Buffalo Bayou Park
5 min
Go ever a bridge on the Buffalo bayou river, where in 1836 John and Augustus Allen founded Houston.
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Toyota Center
5 min
Home of the professional NBA basketball team the Houston Rockets.
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JPMorgan Chase Tower
5 min
This 75-story building is the tallest structure in Texas.
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Houston Graffiti Building
5 min
Amazing street art and art expressions around this area. Depending on weather and construction/traffic conditions, you may hop off for 5 minutes to take photos.
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The Heritage Society
5 min
11 historic homes and museums next to the old Sam Houston park.
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George H.W. Bush Monument
5 min
Overlooking the buffalo bayou, see the statue of the United States' 41st President.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Houston's Official City Tour
Can I cancel Houston's Official City Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 20 min.
Where does it start?
Departure Point: Houston City Tours Visitor Center, located behind the Four Seasons Hotel at the Convention Center district.
What's included?
- Map and orientation
- In-person tour guide is available in the weekends and pre recorded audios are offered every weekdays
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (all passengers have to meet us at the Visitors Center)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Discovery Green, Annunciation Catholic Church, Minute Maid Park, Main Street, Downtown Historic District Market Square, City Hall, Alley Theatre, Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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