Houston tours, things to do and tickets

Explore Space Center Houston, the leading science and space exploration learning center with over 400 space artifacts and different exhibits. Discover one of Houston’s top attractions and home to the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center.

Space Center Houston is one of Houston’s top attractions, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center, Houston’s first Smithsonian Affiliate and a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence awardee. The center features more than 400 space artifacts as well as numerous permanent and traveling exhibits, attractions and theaters related to the exciting future and remarkable past of America’s human space-flight program – all for one admission price.

Explore one of the most attended museums in the country at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Visit North America's largest dinosaur hall, see the beauty of the Lester and Sue Smith Gem Vault and many more. The museum is regularly voted one of the top attractions in Houston and this is your chance to find out why. The purchase of a Permanent Exhibit Hall Ticket at the Houston Museum of Natural Science will give you access to the permanent exhibits only and excludes special exhibitions and the Brown Hall of Entomology.

After your amazing Houston city tour, experience the excitement of outer space on a visit to Space Center Houston, the official visitor center for NASA’s Johnson Space Center where you can hop aboard a tram for an orientation tour. One of Houston’s top attractions, Space Center Houston boasts a number of interactive displays with everything from space artifacts to a full-size rocket and space shuttle. See real astronauts at work at the NASA facility and learn about space exploration from fascinating hands-on exhibits. Your day also includes a morning 75 minute Houston city sightseeing tour by open-top bus before your visit.

Enjoy an unforgettable sightseeing tour around Houston, along with roundtrip transportation and admission tickets to the NASA Space Center.

Stay cool inside the most extensive downtown tunnel system in the USA on our air-conditioned tunnel tour with outdoor views for an in-depth look at the incredible metropolis below ground-floor in Texas' largest business district including the most award-winning Fortune 500 skyscrapers which host many of Houston's iconic corporate headquarters, classic art deco architecture, and modern business amenities.

We will also visit multiple sections of the Houston tunnel system including the tallest building in Texas, original skyscraper in Texas, and oldest bank in downtown. Make sure to bring your smile and camera as we will provide you with unique photo-op opportunities and inside secrets that most Houstonians don’t even know about!

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.

Explore one of America’s most popular museums, and encounter everything from dinosaurs to space stations.

See Houston’s top attractions, packaged together at significant savings. Valid for 9 consecutive days, beginning the date of first use, the Houston CityPASS® lets you spend less & experience more.

Our Houston haunted pub tour is a combination ghost tour and pub crawl that is perfect for a great night out. Whether you are a true lover of ghosts or are just up for a fun night out, there is something for everyone! A costumed guide will lead tour goers on a 2.5 hour walking tour through the historic district of downtown Houston. We will stop some haunted bars along the way, each housed in historic buildings with their own unique ghosts and stories, and give guests time to enjoy a delicious libation as the guide tells all about the fascinating history of Houston and some of its most famous and creepy haunted stories!

*Tour route and drink stops are subject to availability.
*All guests must be 21+ with Valid ID. Alcohol is not included.

Guests will get to experience driving a Buggy through an exciting trail with twists and turns. The experience is 15 minutes.

Guest will traverse through dirt, mud, and water puddles. Two confirmed guests will be assigned to one Buggy. Guest can rotate as drivers at designated location if you're over 16 years old.

Don’t expect to be clean on this experience. You will get dirty or muddy. Expect bugs, bumps, dirt, and mud, this is not a clean sport. You're in the wrong place if you expect a smooth clean ride.

Drivers must be at least 16 years old to drive. Guest under 16 years old will ride as passenger only. All guests are required to have a confirmed booking (No exceptions).

Weight limit: 440 lbs max load capacity per Buggy.

Max height limit: 6ft 2

Please review all the above statements to avoid any confusion before you reach our check-in starting point.

Houston CityPASS® — Save 49% at Houston’s five best attractions! Spend less, experience more.

Discover Houston’s best attractions at great savings and enjoy instant delivery of convenient mobile tickets. Perfect for multiple day trips, vacations, or exploring your home city!

Includes admission to 5 attractions:

-Space Center Houston– General Admission and NASA Tram Tour

Plus get admission to 4 more attractions.

-Downtown Aquarium
-Houston Museum of Natural Science
- Houston Zoo
-Kemah Boardwalk
-Children’s Museum of Houston
-Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

Explore the largest downtown tunnel system in the USA including some of Houston's most notable art deco architecture, the tallest building in Texas, and the most award-winning skyscraper in the state.

Houston's Official premier level City Sightseeing Tour is an Air-Conditioned City Tour providing relief from Houston's dangerous heat and requires minimum of 2 persons be in your party.

Hear Houston's history, demographics, statistics, cool stories and fun facts from knowledgeable guides as you cruise the leafy, tree lined streets of the elaborate River Oaks for the "Lifestyles of Rich & Famous" tour in cool comfort.
See Colleges, stadiums, landmarks, parks, Houston Museum District at Hermann Park, and Houston Zoo where you can end your tour to visit the Zoo or one of 19 museums available there.

Planning to visit the Museum district?
Get off at Museum District shown last on the tour arriving approximately 1:45 PM.
Traveler is responsible for own return to hotel with this option.

Receive brochures, dining vouchers, coupons from participating merchants, restaurant's and 1 FREE SOUVENIR for every 2 persons in your party before return to hotel or any location discovered on the tour.

Take in the top sights of Houston's Downtown skyline, lavish River Oaks mansions, colorful Graffiti Park, leafy Museum District, quaint Rice University, & largest Medical District in the world from inside a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter 2500.

This is the ideal tour for any newcomer of Houston offering firsthand views of Houston's most noteworthy architecture, street art, historical landmarks, green spaces, bayou, and stadiums. During this cool & cozy 2.5 hour ride, enjoy views and learn about Houston's skyline, the Museum District as well the wealthy River Oaks and West University neighborhoods.

In addition, tour guests will get an up-close perspective of the world's largest Medical District, original Astrodome, Houston’s graffiti district, and historical monuments. Along the ride, we will have planned stops including the tallest Texas skyscraper, Texas-sized art sculptures, and roof garden with skyline views. Make sure to bring your smile, camera, and closest family & friends!

Located in The Galleria, these adventures offer a one-of-a-kind premium experience. Follow clues and solve puzzles to complete your mission together. You might escape...You WILL have fun!

Foodies wanted! Come enjoy diverse plates in Downtown Houston at some of the city'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, & diversity of cultures.

The tour consists of 3 local favorite stops where you will try 8-9 delicious food samplings including authentic Mexico City cuisine, traditional Asian novelties, Houston's unique take on Italian-American, & dessert. These meals are pre-ordered & will be coming out fresh for your group. 

In addition, guests will enjoy views of the tallest building in Texas, largest theater district in Texas, & private limited access into largest downtown tunnel system in the USA as a third of our food tour is spent down below! Note, all of our planned stops are air-conditioned and sit down.

** If anyone in your group has food allergies, please contact us before the tour. Plate modifications may have a fee. **

Discover an underwater world with this entry ticket for the Downtown Aquarium. Book your all-day adventure pass that includes the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit, Stingray Reef, and unlimited rides.

Hop onboard an open-top double-decker bus to experience panoramic views of Houston on a guided tour with informative commentary onboard. Explore the city's top attractions and sites from your seat.

Want to see our city from a local’s perspective? Join Joyride for the country’s most unique sightseeing experience. Visit over 35 sightseeing locations on this cart tour, including the 7 districts in the downtown area, on which you get to see, touch, and smell your way through Houston.