Why choose this Houston 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!
The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to.
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What makes Sights of Downtown Houston Smartphone Audio Walking Tour a unique experience ?
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.
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.
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.
That’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 was established in 1900 as Houston’s first public park.
You’ll hear some of the history behind the Houston City Hall, a prominent feature of the city’s skyline.
This historic building was named after Julia Bedford Ideson, the first librarian of the Houston Public Library.
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.
This building serves as the headquarters for the Public Works and Engineering Department of the City of Houston.
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.
Unlike its Art Deco neighbor Mellie, its downtown Houston’s only complete example of… we’ll tell you.
Hear about this historic skyscraper, completed in 1929 and designed by the architectural firm Crain & Coe in the Art Deco style.
We’ll tell you about this eye-popping structure, built in 1911.
This Episcopal cathedral was founded in 1839 and is the oldest continually operating church in Houston. Hear some of its interesting history.
This historic hotel was built in 1913 and named after William Marsh Rice…. you’ll hear some of its interesting history.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Sights of Downtown Houston Smartphone Audio Walking Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Live GPS map shows route & your location
- Flexible dates – tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours
- Customer Service via Phone & Email
- Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
Not Included
- Headphones (optional – audio will play from device speaker too)
- Smartphone or tablet
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Tripvia Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Chicago.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 2.5 Stars based on 5 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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**HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE TRIPVIA TOURS APP & START THE TOUR**
Tour Code HOUS59
1. Download and install the Tripvia Tours app (look for the logo with the multi-coloured letters). If you’re reading this on your phone, tap on this link www.onelink.to/tripvia.
2. Open the app and find the tour you booked
3. Enter tour code HOUS59.
4. Tap ‘download tour’ ***It is very important to ensure you have a good Wi-Fi or mobile data connection for the download process.
5. Follow the tutorial before leaving for your tour to learn how the app works.
6. Enjoy your tour!
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