From US$11 per person
Book tickets on Viator (opens in a new tab): Downtown Houston Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Walking TourYou book and pay on viator.com. Inclusable may earn a commission.
3.6 / 5 from 9 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 3.6 / 5 · 9 reviews
About this tour
Explore the buildings, bayous and bold stories of downtown Houston on a self-guided smartphone audio tour.
Walk a 2.5-mile route at your own pace while GPS-triggered narration introduces the Kellum-Noble House, Sam Houston Park, City Hall, the Esperson buildings, Christ Church Cathedral, Buffalo Bayou, Market Square, the theatre district and Houston’s early commercial landmarks.
A live GPS map shows your location and directs you between stops. Download the tour before arriving, then listen without mobile data. Pause at parks or attractions and resume whenever you are ready.
This is an exterior, self-guided walking experience with no in-person guide. Attraction admission and interior access are not included, and buildings do not need to be open to complete the route. Allow approximately 2–3 hours. The tour begins at the Kellum-Noble House and ends at the former Houston Cotton Exchange.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Your tour begins at one of Houston's oldest homes, the historic Kellum-Noble House.
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Itinerary
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- 1
Begin at Houston’s oldest surviving building and discover the remarkable lives preserved within its brick walls.(pass by)
- 2
Meet the organization that rescued Houston’s historic homes and keeps the city’s early stories alive.(pass by)
- 3
Step back to frontier Texas at a humble cabin built before Houston was founded.(pass by)
- 4
Admire an elegant Greek Revival home that travelled across Houston to reach its place in the park.(pass by)
- 5
Stroll through Houston’s first public park, where historic homes meet the modern downtown skyline.(pass by)
- 6
See Houston’s civic heart and the striking Art Deco details of City Hall.(pass by)
- 7
Admire the grand former central library, celebrated for its Spanish Renaissance architecture and public art.(pass by)
- 8
See the performing-arts venue whose dramatic halls frame Houston’s downtown theatre district.(pass by)
- 9
Discover the unusual skyscraper that supports the city’s public works behind its historic façade.(pass by)
- 10
Look up at Mellie Esperson’s elegant tower and its temple-inspired crown above Travis Street.(pass by)
- 11
Compare Houston’s distinctive paired Esperson towers and the story behind their timeless design.(pass by)
- 12
See how the former Texas Company headquarters reflects Houston’s rise as an energy capital.(pass by)
- 13
Admire the stately former federal building that once housed Houston’s customs and postal services.(pass by)
- 14
Visit the exterior of Houston’s oldest congregation and its beautiful downtown cathedral.(pass by)
- 15
Discover how Houston’s landmark Rice Hotel evolved from the site of the Republic of Texas capitol.(pass by)
- 16
Take in Jones Hall, the award-winning home of the Houston Symphony.(pass by)
- 17
See the bold concrete home of Houston’s resident theatre company and hear its dramatic story.(pass by)
- 18
Admire the Wortham Center, home to Houston Ballet and Houston Grand Opera.(pass by)
- 19
Learn about the interactive aquarium and animal preserve located beyond the downtown walking route.(pass by)
- 20
Walk beside Buffalo Bayou, the waterway that helped launch Houston as a trading city.(pass by)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Included
- 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
- Attraction admission and interior access
- In-person tour guide
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- Houston, Texas
- Meeting point
- Your tour begins at one of Houston's oldest homes, the historic Kellum-Noble House
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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