Sam Houston Park

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Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

See the historical highlights and cultural delights of Houston on this panoramic bus tour. Enjoy unobstructed views from your seat and listen to informative commentary from your guide. Cruise past important landmarks like the historic City Hall, Market Square, Heritage Society, and Graffiti Park. Start your sightseeing tour at a cowboy-themed Visitors Center with Texan heritage artifacts and photo opportunities. Sit at the coffee shop or shop for souvenirs before boarding the bus. Head to the Toyota Center, home of the professional NBA basketball team the Houston Rockets. See the beautiful urban park of Discovery Green located in the heart of the Convention Center area. Next up is Houston Graffiti Park filled with vibrant street art and wall murals. See the latest street mural exhibition organized by Street Art for Mankind non-profit.  Discover Minute Maid Park, the home of the 2022 World Series champions, the Houston Astros. Move to Market Square Park in the city's Downtown Historic District to see the Old Union train station building. Finally, admire the last original buildings of the Downtown's Main Street Square. Marvel at the Art Deco architecture of the Houston City Hall building in front of Hermann Square. See the slow-moving Buffalo Bayou River, where in 1836 John and Augustus Allen founded Houston. Next, continue to Tranquility Park which was built to commemorate the Apollo 11 moon landing in July 1969. Spot the Downtown Aquarium, the Sam Houston Park dedicated to the buildings and culture of the city's past, and the Heritage Society museum and park.

Houston: 1-Day or 3-Day Museum Pass

Houston: 1-Day or 3-Day Museum Pass

Explore Houston's most exciting museums including the 1940 Air Terminal Museum, Asia Society Texas Center, Buffalo Soldiers National Museum, Children's Museum of Houston, Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Czech Center Museum Houston, Holocaust Museum Houston, Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, Houston Center For Photography, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Lone Star Flight Museum, National Museum of Funeral History, Rothko Chapel, The Health Museum, The Heritage Society, The Menil Collection and The San Jacinto Museum and Battlefield Association. Houston is known for many incredible museums. Choose a 1-day pass to see some of your favorites, or select a 3-day option for more time to visit them all. This pass is activated upon first use and valid for the number of days you've selected.

Enchanting Houston: A Romantic Urban Adventure

Enchanting Houston: A Romantic Urban Adventure

Embark on “Enchanting Houston: A Romantic Urban Adventure,” a tour meticulously designed to awaken the heart and ignite passion. This magical exploration through Houston’s most romantic locales promises an unforgettable experience. From the enchanting pathways of Discovery Green to the mysterious depths of the Downtown Tunnel System, each step of this journey brings you closer to the heart of Houston and your loved one. Imagine holding hands beneath the city lights on the Sabine Street Bridge or whispering sweet nothings in the historic Sam Houston Park. As you delve into the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern, let the unique beauty of Houston strengthen your bond. This tour isn’t just a walk through the city; it’s a journey of love, connection, and discovery, perfect for igniting or rekindling romance. Don’t just visit Houston – experience it with your heart. Join us on this enchanting Houston and become the hero of your own love story.

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The activity was great! would definitely recommend to people new to the area or tourists as you get the history and lots of places to go eat and drink

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Highly recommend to anyone for your first tour in Houston!!! A lot of knowledge ams facts about the state

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It's the perfect way to see all the sights of Houston! Interesting & fun tour!

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I thought it was going to be a hop on hop off. Would have liked that option

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Was very fun seeing the city and the city culture!