Downtown Tunnels Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Downtown Tunnels in Houston. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
• Astroville Food Tour of Downtown Houston with Tunnel Access
• Astroville Tunnel Tour & NASA Space Center Ticket/Transportation
• Day Trip in Houston Texas with Lunch

The Downtown Tunnels are a network of underground walkways open to the public, primarily used for commuting between office buildings, shops, and restaurants. Access to the tunnels is free, but guided tours typically start at around US$30. Tours that also visit downtown and the NASA Space Center range from about US$70-85.

Yes, there are a variety of restaurants and cafés inside the Downtown Tunnels. In the tunnels, you can find fast-food options and casual dining spots, along with retail stores and services like salons and convenience shops.

No, the Downtown Tunnels aren't always open—they cater to the business crowd and are typically open from Monday to Friday during regular business hours. Except for some tunnels connecting to the Theater District, the tunnels are usually closed on evenings and weekends.

The most direct way to access the Downtown Tunnels is via the street entrances at Wells Fargo Plaza or the McKinney Garage on Main Street. All the other entry points require climbing down stairs or escalators from the street, or using elevators located within connected office buildings.

Yes, the Downtown Tunnels are located in, well, downtown Houston, where there's plenty of available parking, either on the street or in parking garages. The McKinney Garage on Main Street offers both parking and direct access to the tunnels, making it the easiest place to park if visiting the tunnels specifically.