Houston Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
ID: GYG516717-903618
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Country: United States
Description
Explore Houston’s rich history on this self-guided driving tour. Visit the NASA Johnson Space Center, Hermann Park, and more.
Experience the sights and history of Houston, Texas, on this self-guided driving tour via an app for maximum flexibility, comfort, and value. Simply hop in your own car, get the tour guide app set up on your phone, and get started. All audio plays automatically based on location.
Start your tour by the bayou and learn about the deadly battles that took place along the river. Most stops along the tour have animated videos that let you visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms.
Then, visit Sam Houston Park, where past and present collide in the architecture, offering a unique glimpse into the diverse life of the area.
Next, head to the Historic District and get to know some of Houston’s complex past. At Christ Church Cathedral, hear a quintessential story of the southern community back in the 1800s. Continue to Emancipation Park and get familiar with the significance of Juneteenth within Houston.
As you drive through the Museum District, uncover the secrets behind some of Houston’s more notorious urban legends. Then, visit the grandest green space in the city: Hermann Park. The park even features a zoo.
After that, swing through the famous Rice University and hear the tale of a wild senior prank pulled back in the ’80s, engineered by a student still known as “the mastermind.”
Continue on to MacGregor Park and learn how the intense Hurricane Harvey impacted Houston. Then, hear about the importance of oil and gas to this city. Finally, get some stellar space facts and visit the world-famous NASA Johnson Space Center.
Highlights
- Enjoy a tour via an app that functions as a guide, narrator, and map
- See all of Houston’s iconic landmarks
- Visit where NASA trains astronauts and conducts space missions
- Learn the truth behind urban legends that haunt the city
- Hear about the historic battles that shaped Houston and Texas
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is a self-guided mobile app tour with a map, audio stories, and images.
• Access the tour on the Action Tour Guide app (separate from the Get Your Guide app).
• Use the unique password received after booking to download & preview your specific tours before you arrive.
• Start at the Starting Point. Follow the tour route. All audio stories play automatically based on your location.
• Flexible schedule: Use it on any day and at any time, or over multiple days. No need to rebook if your travel plans change.
• Lifetime access: Use it on your next trip here! This tour never expires.
• Driving tours: Use one tour per car and connect to the car speakers.
• Get support by calling, chatting, or emailing - all day long.
This is a self-guided experience and not an entrance ticket. It begins at La Branch St, Houston, TX 77010, USA. Be sure to check your email before you begin to download the Action Tour Guide app (separate from the Get Your Guide app). Then, enter your unique password into the app and access your tour. These steps require strong wifi/signal. Once at the starting point at La Branch St, Houston, TX 77010, USA, the tour audio will automatically begin. Follow the audio instructions and the route. Have questions? Visit Action Tour Guide’s Help page: https://actiontourguide.com/faq/
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
