Top Houston Sightseeing Tours

Explore Houston's downtown area without using up all your sightseeing energy on walking, thanks to this private tour in an enclosed golf cart. Ride through the streets with your guide, learning things about the city as you go that you'd easily miss on your own. Stop at several points of interest and picturesque spots to capture photos to take home with you.

Get ready to tear through the best trails in Texas with this Houston ATV tour. You’ll hop on a 4x4 and ride with your guide through the trails in the surrounding Houston area. Make sure you bring your camera to take amazing photos of you and your friends kicking up the dirt on these exciting off-road Texas trails.

Discover the hidden side of Houston on the Houston Tunnel Tour, rated the top city tour in Houston for over 8 years and counting. Go beneath Downtown Houston and explore the largest downtown tunnel system in the United States—an incredible underground network connecting iconic skyscrapers, historic landmarks, award-winning architecture, and modern business districts. Escape the Texas heat in air-conditioned comfort while your local guide reveals fascinating Houston history, architecture, hidden gems, insider stories, and fun facts. See the original Texas skyscraper, Houston’s oldest bank, remarkable downtown buildings, and even a vintage 1959 BMW perfect for photos. Part Houston history tour, part architectural adventure, and completely unique, this is one of the best things to do in Houston for visitors and locals alike.

Make the most of your time in Houston without the hassle of driving and parking with this city tour and Houston Aquarium combo. Visit key attractions such as the Downtown Historic District Market Square and Buffalo Bayou Park while learning about the city past and present from your guide. Then head to the aquarium, where you can spend as much time as you wish learning about life under the sea.

Skip the set itinerary and slow pace of a group bus tour and explore northwest Houston’s backroads on board an exciting Polaris Slingshot. Roar along a scenic route through the countryside and past the small towns of the Texas Hill Country on this three-wheeled sports vehicle, taking in the views as you feel the thrill of top speeds on the open road. Explore for as little as an hour or opt for a longer experience.

With this combo package, enjoy round-trip transportation and general admission tickets to Space Center Houston with your NASA-expert guide who will navigate your group through the Space Center's most noteworthy exhibits, presentation theaters, and the amazing "Rocket Park". During this 5 hour daily excursion, our expert guide will have you experiencing Space Center Houston like a true NASA All-Star including boarding a 905 Space Shuttle, seeing a live presentation from a real-life NASA astronaut currently stationed at the International Space Station, learning about the possibilities beyond planet Earth with the Starship Gallery displays, marveling at the future of special travel with the futuristic Artemis exhibit, and riding the trams! With so many amazing things including the Saturn V Rocket, one-of-a-kind Independence Plaza, and stargazing Starship Gallery, your NASA-expert guide can also take group photos for memories to last a lifetime!

A good choice for first-time visitors to Houston, this small-group van tour offers a comprehensive overview of the city in a comfortable enclosed vehicle with hotel pickup included. Visit must-see landmarks, parks, and stadiums, including Market Square, Discovery Green, Buffalo Bayou, and more. Admire lavish homes and boutiques in River Oaks while your guide shares insider information about what to see, where to eat, and what to do in town next.

See the key sights of central Houston and historic Galveston without the hassle of driving and parking when you opt for a tour. Begin your day of sightseeing with an overview tour of Houston by double-decker bus. In Galveston, enjoy free time to explore this scenic town at your own pace. Admire the historic Victorian mansions, the Galveston Seawall, and the Strand historic district.

Maximize your time with Houston CityPASS® and explore the best of this vibrant city. Your mobile ticket grants you free admission to the renowned Space Center Houston and four other top attractions of your choice, like the Museum of Fine Arts with over 60,000 artworks or the lively Houston Zoo. Whether you’re into nature, science, or thrilling rides at Kemah Boardwalk, there’s something here to make your Houston adventure unforgettable.

See the top attractions of Houston and Galveston on a private full-day tour in a climate-controlled vehicle, combining the best of the city and coast. Visit Houston landmarks like the Museum District and Discovery Green, then head to Galveston to spot dolphins, view US battleships and historic homes, and do some shopping—all with one simple booking.

Houston is home to a thriving craft beer and brewery scene, but it can be hard to decide where to drink. Remove the guesswork and let a guide take you on a personalized bar crawl to several of Houston’s best watering holes, from small-batch distilleries to cozy pubs and cutting-edge craft breweries (drinks own expense). Save yourself a long walk by riding in an eco-friendly electric cart, and admire some colorful street murals along the way.

Explore Houston's space-age ambition and Texas hospitality with our self-guided tour, discovering this iconic city at your own pace. Begin in the Theater District, where 17 downtown blocks include the Alley Theatre, Wortham Center, and Jones Hall, serving 2.5 million annual patrons across 8 performing arts organizations. Travel 25 miles south to NASA's Johnson Space Center, where Space Center Houston displays the 363-foot Saturn V rocket, the Independence Plaza shuttle replica, and lunar samples from the Apollo missions. Visit NRG Stadium, a 72,220-capacity retractable-roof venue beside the historic Astrodome, the world's first domed stadium when it opened in 1965. Explore the 4,000-piece Menil Collection, the Museum of Fine Arts Houston's 65,000-work collection, and Hermann Park's Japanese Garden. Stroll Montrose's LGBTQ+ district with vintage shops and the Rothko Chapel's 14 iconic canvases. Watch 250,000 Mexican free-tailed bats emerge at sunset along Buffalo Bayou.

The ideal time of the year for comfort and flowers for such a tour is in the last half of February, March, April, and October. The environments are tranquil, relaxing, full of flowers and you will see ducks, koi fish, squirrels, and more and sit in one or more of the pagodas. These are good sites to take photos. Be prepared to sweat in May, June, July, August, and September and dress warmly from November through the first half of February.

Hitting Houston's top attractions couldn't be easier than on this open-top double-decker bus sightseeing tour, followed by a visit to the Space Center Houston. See the city highlights during a 75-minute drive-by tour. Then enjoy easy transfers to the Space Center, and an admission ticket. Take a tram ride to get oriented, then explore the NASA facility independently, seeing real astronauts at work.

See a host of historical highlights, cultural points of interest, and murals in Houston on this sightseeing tour. Enjoy unobstructed views and listen to stories about the city as you cruise past important landmarks like the historic City Hall, Market Square, Downtown Aquarium, and Graffiti Park. Leave the brochure at home—your guide has better stories to tell.

This tour only has 1 stop: Space Center Houston (SCH). SCH is connected to NASA or the Johnson Space Center (JSC), where the astronauts train and the engineers work. We will walk over 5,000 steps at SCH as I plan on showing as much as possible in the main building and in the additional buildings, Rocket Park and the Astronauts Training Facility, where the trams take tourists. I will talk a lot about the space program, tying the past to the present, and future explorations.

Turn the streets into your own rolling celebration with this high-energy group ride! Cruise through Houston as you pedal—or simply sit back and enjoy the vibe—while music plays, laughter flows, and you make memorable stops along the route. The ride is motor-assisted for an easy, enjoyable experience, and it’s BYOB-friendly, so you can bring your favorite drinks along for the fun. With plenty of space for your whole crew, it’s an ideal choice for birthdays, bachelorette parties, or just a lively day out with friends. It’s where the energy of a party meets the motion of the ride—reserve your spot today and keep the good times rolling!

Explore the vibrant streets of Houston with a Slingshot rental from MK Slingshot Rentals. Offering unlimited miles and a self-guided GPS tour, this rental allows you to cruise at your own pace and discover scenic back roads, making it perfect for birthdays or anniversaries. Choose from several rental durations, including a 3-hour option or an hour and 20-minute self-guided tour, and enjoy a seamless pickup and return process. - Enjoy unlimited miles during your rental - Self-guided tours programmed into the GPS for easy navigation - Flexible rental durations from one hour to three days - Convenient pickup location details provided upon booking

Travel from Downtown Houston to Space Center Houston with convenient round-trip transportation aboard our comfortable Mercedes Sprinter Shuttle. Our NASA shuttle service makes getting from Houston to Space Center Houston in Clear Lake easy and hassle-free. Located 25+ miles from Downtown Houston, Space Center Houston is typically a 45–60 minute drive. Enjoy approximately 5 hours to explore NASA exhibits and attractions including Independence Plaza, Rocket Park, Mission Mars, Artemis, the International Space Station, immersive presentations, and available NASA tram tours, including the historic Mission Control experience. Our helpful NASA Tip Sheet provides insider tips for navigating Space Center Houston, finding must-see attractions, maximizing your visit, and signing up for available tram tours. After your NASA adventure, simply board our shuttle for a comfortable ride back to Downtown Houston.

Visit the NASA Space Center like a true Houston space legend with our NASA GRAND SLAM Combo and get your Space Center admission tickets, Round-trip transportation, NASA-Expert Guide & Mission Control tram tickets all in one convenient, budget-friendly bundle deal. Our 4-in-1 NASA GRAND SLAM bundle deal includes your Space Center general admission ticket, Mission Control tram (add-on tour) ticket, your own NASA-Expert Guide, and Round-trip Transportation service on board our Mercedes Sprinter Shuttles from our Downtown Houston departure point to the iconic NASA Space Center which is a 45 - 60 minute ride from the center of Houston. Upon arrival to gigantic Space Center Houston campus, enjoy the incredible Rocket Park and Saturn V rocket that changed the world! Board the replica 905 Space Shuttle as part of Independence Plaza. Learn what life is like at the International Space Station. See the possibilities of life on Mars. There is truly something for everyone at the Space Center!

Explore Houston’s colorful side and get a collection of Insta-worthy photos along the way. Pose in front of downtown’s most vibrant street art, including hidden murals that even most locals don’t know about. Cover lots of ground in an open-sided electric cart, and get personalized attention and tips from your street-savvy guide on this private tour.

The award-winning Space Center Houston is one of Houston’s most popular family attractions and takes visitors behind-the-scenes of the NASA Johnson Space Center. Filled with interactive exhibitions, multi-media displays, cutting-edge technology, and fascinating space artifacts, there’s something to amaze and entertain all ages.

Maximize time in Galveston with a private sightseeing tour. Get picked up at your hotel or meet your guide at a meeting point and set out on a city tour. Learn about local history and architecture as you see top landmarks including the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, The Strand, and the Seawall. Get your bearings in Galveston with this private tour or customize the itinerary according to your interests.