Sights of Downtown Houston Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Tripvia Tours
3.9
sherrieo312
36 days ago
It was a nice tour. We got to see many sites at our own pace. Had lunch at one of the sights (the Finn bldg).. many options and so good! This time of year was perfect.... not to hot or cold. Got our steps in for sure... 7 miles!
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. 'Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.'
Departure Point
- Your tour begins at one of Houston's oldest homes, the historic Kellum-Noble House.
Return Details
- The tour ends at the impressive Cotton Exchange Building. We will give you turn by turn instructions to return to the first stop.
Duration
2 hours - 3 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
- Printed guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Kellum-Noble House
212 Dallas Street, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park
1100 Bagby Street, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Old Place Cabin
1100 Bagby Street, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Nichols-Rice-Cherry House
Houston, TX 77002
That's right, the house with three names! Don't worry though, it'll all make sense when we tell you about why!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Houston City Hall
901 Bagby Street, Houston, TX 77002
Sam Houston Park was established in 1900 as Houston's first public park.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Julia Ideson Building
550 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77002
You'll hear some of the history behind the Houston City Hall, a prominent feature of the city's skyline.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
800 Bagby Street, Houston, Texas
This historic building was named after Julia Bedford Ideson, the first librarian of the Houston Public Library.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Bob Lanier Public Works Building
611 Walker Street, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Mellie Esperson Building
808 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
This building serves as the headquarters for the Public Works and Engineering Department of the City of Houston.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Texas Company Building
1111 Rusk Street, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: United States Custom House
701 San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX 77002
Unlike its Art Deco neighbor Mellie, its downtown Houston's only complete example of... we'll tell you.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Christ Church Cathedral
1117 Texas St, , Houston, Texas
Hear about this historic skyscraper, completed in 1929 and designed by the architectural firm Crain & Coe in the Art Deco style.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The Rice
909 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002
We'll tell you about this eye-popping structure, built in 1911.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
615 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX 77002
This Episcopal cathedral was founded in 1839 and is the oldest continually operating church in Houston. Hear some of its interesting history.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Alley Theatre
615 Texas Avenue, , Houston, Texas
This historic hotel was built in 1913 and named after William Marsh Rice.... you'll hear some of its interesting history.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Wortham Center
501 Texas Avenue, Houston, Texas
We'll tell you who uses this venue and the gentleman it was named after.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Houston Interactive Aquarium and Animal Preserve
5440 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Houston, Texas
One of the oldest and most respected theater companies in the United States.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Buffalo Bayou
Houston, TX
A popular venue for a wide-range of performing arts events, and is a key part of the cultural life of Houston.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Downtown Historic District Market Square
301 Milam St, , Houston, Texas
We'll tell you about this incredible aquarium which was established in 2003 and is home to over 200 species of marine animals.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Majestic Metro
911 Preston Street, Houston, TX 77002
Hear about a key feature of the Houston area...the Buffalo Bayou.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Allens Landing Drive
Allens Landing Drive, Houston, TX 77065
Located 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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Houston Cotton Exchange and Board of Trade
202 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
This marvelously majestic theater was designed in the Art Deco style and is known for its.....
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Sam Houston Park
1100 Bagby St, , Houston, Texas
The Harris county courthouse is an important example of early 20th-century public architecture in Texas.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Niels Esperson Building
808 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
Hear Augustus Chapman Allen (our rendition actually) describe the history of his namesake landing.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: 1910 Harris County Courthouse
301 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77002
Hear about Houston's cotton history and how this impressive structure, built in 1884 , was the trading center for the cotton industry.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- 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
- 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
Exclusions
- Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
- Smartphone or tablet
Redemption Instructions
Thanks for booking the Sights of Downtown Houston Smartphone Audio Walking Tour!!
~ HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE TRIPVIA TOURS APP & GET STARTED ~
1. From your mobile device, tap: www.tripvia.tours/get-app
2. Open the app and find the tour you booked
3. Enter tour code: HOUS59
4. Tap “'Download Tour”
* Important - Make sure you have a strong Wi‑Fi or mobile data connection while the tour downloads.
** Before you go, check your Booking Confirmation email for more detailed setup instructions.
Enjoy your adventure!
Need help? ⇒ www.tripvia.tours/chat | 1‑866‑874‑7842
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tripvia Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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. 'Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.'
Departure Point
- Your tour begins at one of Houston's oldest homes, the historic Kellum-Noble House.
Return Details
- The tour ends at the impressive Cotton Exchange Building. We will give you turn by turn instructions to return to the first stop.
Duration
2 hours - 3 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
- Printed guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Kellum-Noble House
212 Dallas Street, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park
1100 Bagby Street, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Old Place Cabin
1100 Bagby Street, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Nichols-Rice-Cherry House
Houston, TX 77002
That's right, the house with three names! Don't worry though, it'll all make sense when we tell you about why!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Houston City Hall
901 Bagby Street, Houston, TX 77002
Sam Houston Park was established in 1900 as Houston's first public park.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Julia Ideson Building
550 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77002
You'll hear some of the history behind the Houston City Hall, a prominent feature of the city's skyline.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
800 Bagby Street, Houston, Texas
This historic building was named after Julia Bedford Ideson, the first librarian of the Houston Public Library.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Bob Lanier Public Works Building
611 Walker Street, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Mellie Esperson Building
808 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
This building serves as the headquarters for the Public Works and Engineering Department of the City of Houston.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Texas Company Building
1111 Rusk Street, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: United States Custom House
701 San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX 77002
Unlike its Art Deco neighbor Mellie, its downtown Houston's only complete example of... we'll tell you.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Christ Church Cathedral
1117 Texas St, , Houston, Texas
Hear about this historic skyscraper, completed in 1929 and designed by the architectural firm Crain & Coe in the Art Deco style.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The Rice
909 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002
We'll tell you about this eye-popping structure, built in 1911.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
615 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX 77002
This Episcopal cathedral was founded in 1839 and is the oldest continually operating church in Houston. Hear some of its interesting history.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Alley Theatre
615 Texas Avenue, , Houston, Texas
This historic hotel was built in 1913 and named after William Marsh Rice.... you'll hear some of its interesting history.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Wortham Center
501 Texas Avenue, Houston, Texas
We'll tell you who uses this venue and the gentleman it was named after.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Houston Interactive Aquarium and Animal Preserve
5440 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Houston, Texas
One of the oldest and most respected theater companies in the United States.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Buffalo Bayou
Houston, TX
A popular venue for a wide-range of performing arts events, and is a key part of the cultural life of Houston.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Downtown Historic District Market Square
301 Milam St, , Houston, Texas
We'll tell you about this incredible aquarium which was established in 2003 and is home to over 200 species of marine animals.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Majestic Metro
911 Preston Street, Houston, TX 77002
Hear about a key feature of the Houston area...the Buffalo Bayou.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Allens Landing Drive
Allens Landing Drive, Houston, TX 77065
Located 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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Houston Cotton Exchange and Board of Trade
202 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
This marvelously majestic theater was designed in the Art Deco style and is known for its.....
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Sam Houston Park
1100 Bagby St, , Houston, Texas
The Harris county courthouse is an important example of early 20th-century public architecture in Texas.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Niels Esperson Building
808 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
Hear Augustus Chapman Allen (our rendition actually) describe the history of his namesake landing.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: 1910 Harris County Courthouse
301 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77002
Hear about Houston's cotton history and how this impressive structure, built in 1884 , was the trading center for the cotton industry.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- 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
- 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
Exclusions
- Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
- Smartphone or tablet
Redemption Instructions
Thanks for booking the Sights of Downtown Houston Smartphone Audio Walking Tour!!
~ HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE TRIPVIA TOURS APP & GET STARTED ~
1. From your mobile device, tap: www.tripvia.tours/get-app
2. Open the app and find the tour you booked
3. Enter tour code: HOUS59
4. Tap “'Download Tour”
* Important - Make sure you have a strong Wi‑Fi or mobile data connection while the tour downloads.
** Before you go, check your Booking Confirmation email for more detailed setup instructions.
Enjoy your adventure!
Need help? ⇒ www.tripvia.tours/chat | 1‑866‑874‑7842
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tripvia Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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Khadijay_N
Viatours was really easy to set up and use on the day with great instructions. However a major flaw was it didn’t say whether the sights we were visiting were actually open or not. We visited on a Monday in the afternoon and assumed (as we were not told to the contrary) that everything should have been open for us to visit. But major landmarks were closed. This definitely affected the quality of our viewing
Mark_R
The sites and buildings shown in the tour were very interesting and I learned things, and saw things, that otherwise I would not have seen.
The walk was all on the flat and very easy. It was a great way to get my steps up for the day.
Unfortunately, unlike other apps I have used for self driven walking tours, this app disappointed as it did not recognise my location and I had to manually play each recording. And often, when I stopped to take a photo and went back to the app, which I didn’t close, the app went back to the main screen and I had to get back into the tour. This let the experience down for me.
sherrieo312
It was a nice tour. We got to see many sites at our own pace. Had lunch at one of the sights (the Finn bldg).. many options and so good! This time of year was perfect.... not to hot or cold. Got our steps in for sure... 7 miles!
Greg_N
I don’t have a memorable experience. It’s $20 dollars that won’t be seen again. The address given wasn’t near the staring location so the app wasn’t used.
edwardpG2596VZ
We walked the ground and saw the city, both from its humble inception time, some of the buildings that shaped it's culture, to the present glory of it many sky scrapers today. We saw the people, including the many who call the streets home, we spoke to some who are proud to live here and work in such a dynamic place. The Tour was memorable, but be ready for a lot of walking and standing. If you aren't able to hike for 4 miles on flat ground, you may be hurting at the end of this tour. Also the software provided is great and has a few automation features to make it all simple to follow, but it doesn't work all the time and we ended up having to control it's features manually and at the end were able to complete the tour okay.