Top Houston City Tours

Hitting Houston's top attractions couldn't be easier than on this double-decker sightseeing tour. See top sights around the city like parks, landmarks, and historic districts, and then head to the official visitor center for NASA’s Johnson Space Center for a self-guided tour.

Did you know that Houston has the most extensive downtown tunnel system in the United States? Join us on our Underground Tunnel tour for an in-depth look at the incredible metropolis below ground-floor in Texas' largest business district including the most award-winning downtown skyscrapers which host many of Texas' most noteworthy Fortune 500 corporate headquarters & historical venues. As part of this day tour, we will visit multiple historical and artistic sections of Downtown Houston's tunnels as well as the corporate buildings that lie on top of them. Not only is the architecture of these buildings beautiful but their history is as well. Make sure to bring your smile and camera as we will provide you with unique photo-op opportunities and secrets that most native Houstonians don’t even know about!

When you book with Joyride Houston, you are the only group on the tour. This tour is exclusive to your group only!

See the key sights of central Houston and historic Galveston on a comprehensive coach 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 Gulf of Mexico town at your own pace. Admire the historic Victorian mansions, the Galveston Seawall, and the Strand historic district. Other optional activities include hitting the beach or going on a dolphin-watching tour by boat.

Find out what the largest city in Texas has to offer during a sightseeing tour by bus, and a visit to the Houston Aquarium. Includes one admission ticket for the Houston Aquarium and one ticket for the Houston City Tour.

Interested in learning more about why Downtown Houston has been labelled as the "fastest-growing neighborhood" in the city as well as its top architecture, restaurants, and parks? Our Downtown Tour is perfect for guests & families of all ages looking to discover what makes Houston the center of business, culture, history & sports in Texas. Enjoy up-close perspectives of Downtown Houston's hidden gems including the tallest Skyscraper in Texas, most expansive Tunnel System in the United States, and two professional sporting venues as well as its world-class, outdoor dog-friendly Entertainment Mall & Park. Our tour guests will be sure to enjoy some jaw-dropping views and photo-ops while learning about all that Downtown Houston has to offer for its twenty Fortune 500 companies and over 50,000 residents.

All aboard! Join us on tour to get a firsthand look at the 2nd largest Metro Rail system in the Southern United States. Tour guests will enjoy an up-close perspective of Downtown Houston's touristic sights as well as learn about the history of the Metro Light-Rail system & its incorporation into Houston's distinct sporting and diverse culture. With a guided ride through the world's largest medical district, most prestigious city university & the museum district as well as a planned stop in the historic city park, there will be plenty of chances on tour for breathtaking pictures alongside some of the most historic monuments in the city! Make sure to ride with us soon as all Metro Rail tickets and entrance into the largest downtown tunnel system in the USA are included with the tour price.

Secure your ticket in advance to the NASA Space Center and visit Mission Control, Rocket Park, Independence Plaza, and the astronaut training facility. After hotel pickup in a climate-controlled vehicle, see popular landmarks around Houston, stopping briefly for photos during a small-group guided sightseeing tour. With a map and instructions, enjoy the flexibility to explore the space center on your own time, without the stress of rushing.

Cruise downtown Houston on a tour of the city's top attractions, then follow-up it with a trip to the exhilarating Kemah Boardwalk. Begin your day sightseeing aboard a double-decker bus, visiting such landmarks as Market Square, the Houston Zoo, and the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. Afterward, board a deluxe coach for round-trip transport to Kemah Boardwalk, where you'll have a few free hours to enjoy the amusements (including a wooden roller coaster and Ferris wheel), peruse quirky souvenir shops and grab a bite to eat (own expense).

Get in the holiday spirit during a 90-minute double-decker bus tour of Houston. Start from City Hall and travel through downtown’s Historic District and Theater District, passing Market Square Park, Buffalo Bayou, Allen Parkway, the River Oaks district and more as you take in colorful holiday light displays in this giant Texas city. Ride in comfort while sipping complimentary hot chocolate and listening to festive music. You’ll enjoy unobstructed views from your seats on the double-decker bus along with live commentary about Houston’s landmarks.

Looking for something fun to do in Downtown Houston before the Rockets take flight at Toyota Center? Our guests will enjoy a firsthand glimpse of the tallest building in Texas, City Hall & the newest section of the United States' largest downtown tunnel system before heading over to the Toyota Center for the big game! You will be sure to enjoy amazing city views throughout the tour while also learning about the history of Houston's Discovery Green. Not to mention, we will be talking Rockets all night long! This includes the development of the Toyota Center and its impressive world-class amenities as well as the superstar Rockets and famous entertainers that have performed at Toyota Center. Whether you are a die hard Rockets fan or just visiting Houston to see your favorite team in action, we promise you will have a fantastic evening in Houston and many pictures to share with families and friends!

Explore the top landmarks and attractions in Houston during a driving city tour, ideal for first-time visitors or those on a time budget. Escape the hot Houston weather by exploring in an air-conditioned vehicle and cover more ground than you could on foot, while you learn more about the surroundings from your guide than you would alone. Plus, benefit from personalized recommendations.

If you want the best of all three of our Sightseeing, Brewery and Mural Tours, choose the Managers Special to get the best of it all. We will go through the city and talk about all of the great history as well as see 9 different districts, including, but not limited to, Theatre, Museums, Parks, Judicial, Ball Parks, Convention and much more. We will also stop and take a look and some of the most beautiful murals that Texas has to offer on many buildings. We will also stop by two of the famous breweries and let you try some craft beer to round out your tour.

1. Enjoy hotel breakfast every day before departure. No shopping included in the tour. Experience the well-designed primary tour in Texas! 2. Exclusive stay in scenic hotel at the premier area -- French Quarter! Enjoy the charm of the world jazz capital! 3. Visit the most classic spots of New Orleans: Oak Alley Plantation, Swamp Tour, National World War II Museum and Mississippi Steamed Jazz Cruise. 4. Take a bite of the authentic New Orleans oyster, Cajun gourmet, and the world-wide famous Jazz bar (self-paid).

Take a 75 -minute panoramic guided tour on-board a double-decker bus. The city tour includes the downtown historic district, Toyota Center, Convention Center, Minute Maid ballpark, Market Square, Buffalo Bayou, City Hall, Heritage Society park, Midtown and more. After your guided city tour, pick up your day pass to the Houston Holocaust Museum & exhibits. Note: additional transportation services are not included.

We provide a private airport pickup & transfer from IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport to the beautiful island of Galveston.

Enjoy this amazing Houston Tour Combo option on board our unique open top buses!  Houston's Official City Tour! First experience a Houston City Tour - Hop on our amazing guided tour of Houston. Also included is a one-day pass to Downtown Aquarium. All rides included! You'll also experience The Heritage Society - full of Houston history and Texas heritage. NOTE: ADMISSION TICKETS ARE INCLUDED. Reservation is required. Rules apply.

See Houston's top attractions on a full-day tour in a climate-controlled vehicle, that combines a sightseeing tour with visits to the NASA Space Center and Kemah Boardwalk. Start with a 1.5-hour city tour that covers landmarks such as Minute Maid Park, The Toyota Center, and River Oaks. Next, take a tram tour of the NASA Space Center and have free time to browse the exhibits. Finally, go to Kemah Boardwalk for dinner (own expense) at your choice of restaurant. Includes snacks, dinner appetizer, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

The southwest Houston neighborhood of Sugar Land has some delicious spots to discover. This walking tour takes you to three or four of the top restaurants in the area for a taste at each of them. Wear your comfy shoes and stretchy pants! Between meals, walk through the pretty neighborhood, learning interesting facts about Sugar Land from your guide.