Sights of Downtown Houston Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Downtown Houston
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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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Kellum-Noble House(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWelcome 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.The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThe 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.Old Place Cabin(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThe 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.Nichols-Rice-Cherry House(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThat's right, the house with three names! Don't worry though, it'll all make sense when we tell you about why!Sam Houston Park(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeSam Houston Park was established in 1900 as Houston's first public park.Houston City Hall(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeYou'll hear some of the history behind the Houston City Hall, a prominent feature of the city's skyline.Julia Ideson Building(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThis historic building was named after Julia Bedford Ideson, the first librarian of the Houston Public Library.Hobby Center for the Performing Arts(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeA 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.Bob Lanier Public Works Building(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThis building serves as the headquarters for the Public Works and Engineering Department of the City of Houston.Mellie Esperson Building(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThis 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.Niels Esperson Building(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeUnlike its Art Deco neighbor Mellie, its downtown Houston's only complete example of... we'll tell you.Texas Company Building(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeHear about this historic skyscraper, completed in 1929 and designed by the architectural firm Crain & Coe in the Art Deco style.United States Custom House(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWe'll tell you about this eye-popping structure, built in 1911.Christ Church Cathedral(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThis Episcopal cathedral was founded in 1839 and is the oldest continually operating church in Houston. Hear some of its interesting history.The Rice(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThis historic hotel was built in 1913 and named after William Marsh Rice.... you'll hear some of its interesting history.Jones Hall for the Performing Arts(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWe'll tell you who uses this venue and the gentleman it was named after.Alley Theatre(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeOne of the oldest and most respected theater companies in the United States.Wortham Center(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeA popular venue for a wide-range of performing arts events, and is a key part of the cultural life of Houston.Houston Interactive Aquarium and Animal Preserve(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWe'll tell you about this incredible aquarium which was established in 2003 and is home to over 200 species of marine animals.Buffalo Bayou(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeHear about a key feature of the Houston area...the Buffalo Bayou.Downtown Historic District Market Square(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeLocated 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.Majestic Metro(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThis marvelously majestic theater was designed in the Art Deco style and is known for its.....1910 Harris County Courthouse(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThe Harris county courthouse is an important example of early 20th-century public architecture in Texas.Allens Landing Drive(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeHear Augustus Chapman Allen (our rendition actually) describe the history of his namesake landing.1884 Houston Cotton Exchange Building(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeHear about Houston's cotton history and how this impressive structure, built in 1884 , was the trading center for the cotton industry.
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