Sights of Downtown Houston Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you stroll the vibrant urban core of Downtown Houston. You'll see some of Houston's historical houses, quaint buildings, theatres and churches and also hear about some of its famous people and early inhabitants that made this area home.
We'll point out attractions, parks, memorials and more that make up this beautiful part of the downtown.
Highlights of the tour include the Kellum-Noble House, Houston City Hall, the Texaco Building, Alley Theatre, the Market Square and much more!
Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play.
Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Take as long as you like to enjoy the sights while you explore the history, art and culture of America's fourth largest city!
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Pass By: Kellum-Noble House, 212 Dallas St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Welcome to the Sights of Downtown Houston audio-walking tour! Davis will be your audio tour guide while you explore the history, art and culture of Houston, America's fourth largest city. It's fitting then that we'll start right here at one of Houston's oldest homes, the Kellum-Noble House, which was built in 1847.
Pass By: The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park, 1100 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
The museum is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of Houston and the surrounding area. Within this complex, you'll find a number of historic buildings.
Pass By: Old Place Cabin, 1100 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
The cabin is believed to be one of the oldest surviving structures in Houston, and is an important part of the city's history and cultural heritage. We'll tell you some of its history.
Pass By: Nichols-Rice-Cherry House, 0400030000013, Houston, TX 77002, USA
That's right, the house with three names! Don't worry though, it'll all make sense when we tell you about why!
Pass By: Sam Houston Park, 1100 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002-2504
Sam Houston Park was established in 1900 as Houston's first public park.
Pass By: Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
You'll hear some of the history behind the Houston City Hall, a prominent feature of the city's skyline.
Pass By: Julia Ideson Building, 550 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
This historic building was named after Julia Bedford Ideson, the first librarian of the Houston Public Library.
Pass By: Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby Street, Houston, TX 77002-2531
A group of local arts leaders formed the Houston Music Hall Foundation to raise funds and support for the project. We'll tell you the result.
Pass By: Bob Lanier Public Works Building, 611 Walker St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
This building serves as the headquarters for the Public Works and Engineering Department of the City of Houston.
Pass By: Mellie Esperson Building, 808 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
This Art-Deco building joined the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, and is considered a significant example of early 20th century commercial architecture here in Houston.
Pass By: Niels Esperson Building, 808 Travis St STE 100, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Unlike its Art Deco neighbor Mellie, its downtown Houston's only complete example of... we'll tell you.
Pass By: Texas Company Building, 1111 Rusk St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Hear about this historic skyscraper, completed in 1929 and designed by the architectural firm Crain & Coe in the Art Deco style.
Pass By: United States Custom House, 701 San Jacinto St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
We'll tell you about this eye-popping structure, built in 1911.
Pass By: Christ Church Cathedral, 1117 Texas St, Houston, TX 77002-3183
This Episcopal cathedral was founded in 1839 and is the oldest continually operating church in Houston. Hear some of its interesting history.
Pass By: The Rice, 909 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, USA
This historic hotel was built in 1913 and named after William Marsh Rice.... you'll hear some of its interesting history.
Pass By: Jones Hall for the Performing Arts, 615 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
We'll tell you who uses this venue and the gentleman it was named after.
Pass By: Alley Theatre, 615 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002-2795
One of the oldest and most respected theater companies in the United States.
Pass By: Wortham Center, 501 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002-2738
A popular venue for a wide-range of performing arts events, and is a key part of the cultural life of Houston.
Pass By: Houston Interactive Aquarium and Animal Preserve, 5440 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Houston, TX 77396
We'll tell you about this incredible aquarium which was established in 2003 and is home to over 200 species of marine animals.
Pass By: Buffalo Bayou, Houston, TX, USA
Hear about a key feature of the Houston area...the Buffalo Bayou.
Pass By: Downtown Historic District Market Square, 301 Milam St, Houston, TX 77002-1618
Located in the Old Town area and known for its vibrant atmosphere, diverse mix of restaurants, bars, shops, and entertainment venues. We'll tell you how it came to be.
Pass By: Majestic Metro, 911 Preston St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
This marvelously majestic theater was designed in the Art Deco style and is known for its.....
Pass By: 1910 Harris County Courthouse, 301 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
The Harris county courthouse is an important example of early 20th-century public architecture in Texas.
Pass By: Allens Landing Drive, Allens Landing Dr, Houston, TX 77065, USA
Hear Augustus Chapman Allen (our rendition actually) describe the history of his namesake landing.
Pass By: 1884 Houston Cotton Exchange Building, 202 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Hear about Houston's cotton history and how this impressive structure, built in 1884 , was the trading center for the cotton industry.
Informacion Adicional
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Stroller accessible"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
Downtown Houston
7/28/2020 - 5/12/2025| Monday - Sunday : | 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM |
Duração: 2 To 3 Hours
Ponto de partida: Kellum-Noble House, 212 Dallas St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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