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The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Houston, Texas (TX)
Houston hums with an energy and independent spirit all its own. A leading cultural and culinary destination in the South, the city is home to over 11,000 restaurants featuring cuisine from more than 70 countries. The thriving arts scene includes resident opera, ballet, symphony and theater companies. The Museum District houses 19 museums, all within walking distance. Be sure to visit Space Center Houston, where you can visit NASA’s Historic Mission Control at the Johnson Space Center.
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1. Houston Adventure Combo: City Tour, Aquarium and Heritage Museum Admission
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy this amazing Houston Tour Combo option on board our unique open top buses! Houston's Official City Tour! First experience a Houston City Tour - Hop on our amazing guided tour of Houston. Also included is a one-day pass to Downtown Aquarium. All rides included! You'll also experience The Heritage Society - full of Houston history and Texas heritage. NOTE: ADMISSION TICKETS ARE INCLUDED. Reservation is required. Rules apply.
Inclusions: All day pass for Downtown Aquarium ( all-rides), Guided Houston City Tour and admission tickets to aquarium , Heritage Museum - includes transportation and museum ticket
Exclusions: Gratuities, Transportation to/from attractions, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By kittyb841
We enjoyed the tour. However, It was disappointing that the Tour Ended with a 7 minute stop at the graffiti area. There were so many historical and spectacular parts of Houston that would have better represented downtown Houston. Saving the best until last certainly did not occur with the conclusion of this Tour. Also , the speaker's voice was muffled during most of the tour too much bass in the audio. Other than these 2 things the Tour was good.
2. Private Full-Day Galveston Island and Houston Sightseeing Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
*Tour safe on an Air Conditioned, Private Tour for your party only. *Free hotel pickup *8hr Full Day Tour *Free admission to a selected museum,1 hr city tour of Houston landmarks, attractions, hear about Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous on a visit to elaborate River Oaks before transport to Galveston for more history and sightseeing. *Island stories range from pirates to Great Storm of 1900. * Discover why Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, Dean Martin and other celebrities were regulars on the island. *See landmarks, statues and monuments such as Ft. Crockett, Moody Mansion and more. * Free entry to CHOICE OF (1)..... Texas Railroad Museum, Moody Mansion, Bishop's Palace, Ocean Star Museum, USS Stewart / USS Cavalla or Grand Opera House 1894. *Take ferry ride across bay to Dolphin watch. *Gift shop and dine before return to Houston hotel. * Complimentary bottled water, snacks while touring. *Galveston Island is 50 miles/ 80 KM from Houston and a 1 hour drive. *Free souvenir
Inclusions: Professional guide / Certified Tourism Ambassador for Galveston Texas, Hotel pickup and drop-off (INSIDE CENTRAL HOUSTON ONLY), Bottled water/ salted snacks, 1 FREE SOUVENIR per every 2 in your group, Entry to selected museum
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By DNetraS
The rich history of Texas and story telling of the driver....phenomenal. The bus tour should be the first thing to introduce you to the city and things to do
3. Downtown Houston Brewery Bike Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Starting just north of downtown, get a panoramic view of the city. Visit amazing murals, see historic East End landmarks, and you might meet one of the world famous, Doomsday Wrestlers. Includes Local Group, Sigma Brewing Co, and 8th Wonder. If you love sporting events and stadiums, this is the tour for you. Another flat ride, this easy route also contains some of the more unique spots in Houston.
Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Beer samples at each brewery.
Exclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, No food is provided.
Reviewed By Claire and Andy M
We had an excellent evening on the tour. The bicycles were really good quality and the guide was great. Professional and knowledgeable as well as good fun to spend the evening with. We visited 3 excellent breweries over the evening and toured around the north side of Houston mostly on cycle paths. I would recommend it to anyone interested in seeing more of Houston and having a good evening. Will definitely do it again.
4. Astroville Downtown Bar Crawl & Tunnel Access (2 Cocktails Beverages Included)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Want to venture through Houston's coolest bars and have a great night out in Houston? We promise you will enjoy some of the best-frozen drinks/cocktails that Downtown Houston has to offer including our primary Downtown bar partner which offers 3 floors of seating and a Mardi Gras-style balcony with amazing views of Downtown Houston's tallest buildings. **Please note, two (2) Cocktails/Food are included as part of the tour price.* * This tour will begin at the Historic Market Square and will guide you through Downtown Houston's breathtaking scenery with a historical perspective as well as provide a sneak-peak of the most expansive downtown tunnel system in the U.S. We will visit four hidden gems that offer a variety of frozen, traditional, and Southern cocktails/beverages. We promise that you will have plenty of photo-op opportunities at Houston's historic Downtown spots including the oldest elevator in Texas!
Inclusions: Two (2) cocktails per person included as part of tour price, Guided city tour, Access to Downtown Tunnel System
Exclusions: Snacks, Soda/Pop
Reviewed By RossChandler23
100% recommended. We briefly stopped in Houston on our way back home from New York and decided to book this tour on a whim to see if would see anything before our second flight. Our guide was on time, personable, and very knowledge. She even stopped at multiple neat spots to take photos of the groups who remained social distanced throughout (think either 7 to 8 of us in total so didn't feel packed) A very thorough presentation worth every penny with videos and info to keep you interested and hooked on for more to the last minute. The tour was one of the best walking tours I have ever been on including in my travels to Asia and Europe and served as a lovely introduction into the culture, architecture, and history of city that definitely doesn't seem to promote itself as much as it should.......But maybe that is all of Texas!
5. Astroville Weekend Downtown Houston Tour With Tunnel Access
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Interested in learning more about why Downtown Houston has been labelled as the "fastest-growing neighborhood" in the city as well as its top architecture, restaurants, and parks? Our Downtown Tour is perfect for guests & families of all ages looking to discover what makes Houston the center of business, culture, history & sports in Texas. Enjoy up-close perspectives of Downtown Houston's hidden gems including the tallest Skyscraper in Texas, most expansive Tunnel System in the United States, and two professional sporting venues as well as its world-class, outdoor dog-friendly Entertainment Mall & Park. Our tour guests will be sure to enjoy some jaw-dropping views and photo-ops while learning about all that Downtown Houston has to offer for its twenty Fortune 500 companies and over 50,000 residents.
Inclusions: Guided city tour, Access to Downtown Tunnel System, Photos at the "Central Park" of Houston
Exclusions: Stadium Entrance
Reviewed By RossChandler23
100% recommended. We briefly stopped in Houston on our way back home from New York and decided to book this tour on a whim to see if would see anything before our second flight. Our guide was on time, personable, and very knowledge. She even stopped at multiple neat spots to take photos of the groups who remained social distanced throughout (think either 7 to 8 of us in total so didn't feel packed) A very thorough presentation worth every penny with videos and info to keep you interested and hooked on for more to the last minute. The tour was one of the best walking tours I have ever been on including in my travels to Asia and Europe and served as a lovely introduction into the culture, architecture, and history of city that definitely doesn't seem to promote itself as much as it should.......But maybe that is all of Texas!
6. Astroville Food Tour of Downtown Houston with Tunnel Access
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 35 reviews
Foodies wanted! Come enjoy diverse plates in the heart of Downtown Houston at some of Houston's most famous restaurants. This tour will begin at the Historic Market Square Park (outside Niko Niko's) where you will learn about Houston's rich history, beautiful architecture, and diversity of cultures. Guests will enjoy first-hand views of the tallest building in Texas and the largest Downtown Tunnel System in the USA. The tour consists of three (3) stops where you will try 6-7 delicious food samplings including authentic Mexico City cuisine, traditional Asian novelties, Houston's unique take on Italian-American, and gourmet dessert. These meals are pre-ordered and will be coming out nice & fresh for your whole group. We hope to be eating with you soon! **If you have any food allergies or any concerns please contact us before scheduling the tour. Beverages and any additional food besides the samplings are optional and not included as part of the tour.**
Inclusions: At each of these restaurants we will have pre-planned plates waiting for the group to arrive. **If you have any food allergies or any concerns please contact us before scheduling the tour*, Water
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Soda/Pop, **Beverages and any additional food besides the samplings are optional and not included as part of the tour.**
Reviewed By RossChandler23
100% recommended. We briefly stopped in Houston on our way back home from New York and decided to book this tour on a whim to see if would see anything before our second flight. Our guide was on time, personable, and very knowledge. She even stopped at multiple neat spots to take photos of the groups who remained social distanced throughout (think either 7 to 8 of us in total so didn't feel packed) A very thorough presentation worth every penny with videos and info to keep you interested and hooked on for more to the last minute. The tour was one of the best walking tours I have ever been on including in my travels to Asia and Europe and served as a lovely introduction into the culture, architecture, and history of city that definitely doesn't seem to promote itself as much as it should.......But maybe that is all of Texas!
7. Astroville Light Rail Train Tour of Houston with Tunnel Access
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 5 reviews
All aboard! Join us on tour to get a firsthand look at the 2nd largest Metro Rail system in the Southern United States. Tour guests will enjoy an up-close perspective of Downtown Houston's touristic sights as well as learn about the history of the Metro Light-Rail system & its incorporation into Houston's distinct sporting and diverse culture. With a guided ride through the world's largest medical district, most prestigious city university & the museum district as well as a planned stop in the historic city park, there will be plenty of chances on tour for breathtaking pictures alongside some of the most historic monuments in the city! Make sure to ride with us soon as all Metro Rail tickets and entrance into the largest downtown tunnel system in the USA are included with the tour price.
Inclusions: Metro Light Rail tickets, Guided city tour, Photos at most famous park in Houston
Exclusions: Food and Drinks
Reviewed By RossChandler23
100% recommended. We briefly stopped in Houston on our way back home from New York and decided to book this tour on a whim to see if would see anything before our second flight. Our guide was on time, personable, and very knowledge. She even stopped at multiple neat spots to take photos of the groups who remained social distanced throughout (think either 7 to 8 of us in total so didn't feel packed) A very thorough presentation worth every penny with videos and info to keep you interested and hooked on for more to the last minute. The tour was one of the best walking tours I have ever been on including in my travels to Asia and Europe and served as a lovely introduction into the culture, architecture, and history of city that definitely doesn't seem to promote itself as much as it should.......But maybe that is all of Texas!
8. Private 4hr Sightseeing Tour
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 11 reviews
This private 4 hr, air conditioned city tour is for your party only and provides in depth information and views of Houston's most popular landmarks, attractions, historical origin, background, culture and lifestyle while cruising the city with one of Houston's certified Ambassadors. You will see stadiums, historical Parks, Theatre district, City Hall, monuments, statues, museum district, Texas Medical Center, Buffalo Bayou, [Art Car Museum when operating], hear about the Lifestyles of Rich & Famous while on leafy, tree lined streets of elaborate River Oaks area as well as other fun facts along the way. Includes 20-minute train ride through the 445 acre art and nature filled Hermann park OR substitute with a stop at the French pastry shop in a ritzy 5 Diamond hotel for coffee next to the Rolls Royce's parked in it's lobby hall way. (1) free souvenir for every 2 in your party and requires minimum of 4 be in your party.
Inclusions: Light refreshments, Climate controlled vehicles designed for smaller groups, Professional guide/driver, Air-conditioned vehicle, Train ride (when touring during train operation hours) OR substitute for coffee at the French pastry shop in uptown Galleria's Post Oak Hotel
Exclusions: Gratuities (recommended as this is customary in USA), Pickup & Drop off outside central Houston, Safety seats are required by law. Parent must provide safety seat can be ordered from us at $20.
Reviewed By DNetraS
The rich history of Texas and story telling of the driver....phenomenal. The bus tour should be the first thing to introduce you to the city and things to do
9. Best City Tour 2 hours
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 18 reviews
*View best sights in Air-conditioned comfort *Small groups *Perfect for those who prefer to tour safe by avoiding large groups *Free pickup from [SELECTED] hotels. *Houston's best is summarized in 2hrs. *AVAILABLE ONLY FROM THE DESIGNATED LOCATIONS Downtown, Uptown Galleria, Texas Medical Center, Museum District, River Oaks, Greenway Plaza. If your hotel is not at those locations you must provide own transportation to a location within that area.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled Water, salted snack, Doorstep, hotel, loft, Air BnB pickup [FROM SELECTED HOUSTON AREAS], Free souvenir (1) per every other person in your party
Exclusions: Day Parking $5.00 or less
Reviewed By juliesO3255UR
We had a great day! It was a fun and easy way to see the area. Our guide was very knowledgeable and offered some great tips on things to do for the rest of our trip. We loved hearing stories from Galveston’s history and seeing some areas of Houston that we’d have never known about otherwise.
10. NASA Tour, Space Center Houston
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
This personalized, guided tour begins with pick-up at your hotel (select hotels only) in our climate controlled vehicle. See real life space capsules which were used in Low Earth Orbit resting at the Starship Gallery exhibit. Also touch real life moon rocks from the Apollo 17 mission! You will see Skylab, America’s first space station, where astronauts trained before conducting missions. Head over to the TRAM tour where you’ll see the Astronaut Training Facility where modules of the International Space Station (ISS) are held as well Robonaut, a real-life, humanoid robot. Places included in the tour: Rocket Park, Independence Plaza. Stops that can be included if time permits: I-MAX theater (2nd biggest screen in Texas), rides, and interactive workstations. Enjoy an awe inspiring day filled with interactive activities great for families, kids, and space enthusiasts.
Inclusions: Personalized tour, Hotel Pick-Up and Drop Off, Entry-Admission Space Center Houston
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