Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 20 minutes

Mobile ticket

Houston's Official City Tour! From the HCT Visitors Center, explore Houston on a 80-minute Houston sightseeing morning or evening tours, which travels by double-and single deck unique open top buses around the city including sights such as Convention center, Minute Maid Park, Historic District & Market Square, Downtown Aquarium, Houston Heritage Society Park, Financial District, Midtown and more. Enjoy unobstructed views of breathtaking architecture and live onboard commentary. Experience Houston's most noteworthy attractions and explore it like never before! Alternate vehicles may be used according to number of passengers, weather or traffic conditions.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Map and orientation

In-person tour guide is available in the weekends and pre recorded audios are offered every weekdays

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off (all passengers have to meet us at the Visitors Center)

What To Expect

Discovery Green

Beautiful urban park located in the heart of the Convention Center district.

Admission Not Applicable

Church Of The Annunciation

The Mother church of Catholicism in Houston and declared a historic landmark.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Houston Hop-On Sightseeing Tour

Houston City Lights Tour

Evening Tour
Night tour
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Downtown Houston
Double-Decker Tour bus

Reviews

4.06

551 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

337

Friends visiting, and we all took the tour.
283rony,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience, looking at all the artwork and seeing the city of Houston from a different view. we had a fun time and the weather wasn’t bad either.
Good choice for Solo tourist.
Cruiser51970814674,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a great tour. The staffs are so friendly, the ride is smooth, and all the things and nice view about Houston in downtown that we should know probably inlcuded :) It was a 80 minutes tour. You can also further purchase the shuttle to Space Center. It was very friendly to a solo tourist.
A Truly Memorable Experience from Start to Finish
Johanna N,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
From the very beginning, this tour was organized, engaging, and absolutely worth every moment. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about sharing the local culture and history—she made every stop come alive with stories and fun facts that we wouldn’t have discovered on our own. The itinerary struck a perfect balance between must-see landmarks and hidden gems, giving us both the big picture and the charming local touches. The pace was just right—never rushed, but always moving enough to keep things dynamic and exciting. We had plenty of time to explore, ask questions, take photos, and even linger where we wanted. The logistics were seamless: meeting point, transportation, and timing everything worked without any stress. The small group size made a huge difference too — it felt personal rather than a generic “tour bus” experience. What I appreciated most was how the tour catered to different interests. Whether someone was into history, food, architecture, or simply soaking in the vibe of the city, there was something for everyone. I left feeling enriched with new knowledge, inspired to explore further, and grateful for the friendly new connections made along the way. In short: if you’re looking for a well-organized, immersive, and fun way to experience the area, this tour is a top choice. Highly recommended!
Houston is AWESOME
Valarie A,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yolanda is an AWESOME and super fun tour guide! I fell in love with downtown Houston because of all that I saw and all that I learned. She made the tour very enjoyable. She leads a great tour!!
Tour
Jennifer F,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
Purchasing the ticket was done with ease. The driver was great and enthusiastic. I thought there would be more drop off points.
Glad I did it
Robin A,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Pleasant trip, beautiful murals and the history of Houston while weaving through the city. Worth doing.
What a great city
Jeanette P,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great experience. Staff friendly and commentary informative. Great waiting are with souvenirs. Recommend
Good tour.
jude e,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Good knowledge of history and facts. Wish the coverage area was broader and reached areas outside downtown.
Great Houston Introduction
Bonnie B,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent tour; the route provided a snapshot of Houston. Our guide, Ben, was personable, funny, and provided a very informative commentary that complimented the sites nicely.
Down town in Houston
carmelitam129,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
We did the Houston's Official City & Mural Tour, it was a great experience. We enjoyed and knew the beautiful Houston. The tour let us to know interesting information about the city, buildings, etc.