Historic Galveston And Scenic Houston Debark Tour

OVERVIEW

Settle in for panoramic drives through Galveston and Houston and come away with excellent overviews of both cities. History will take center stage in Galveston, where you will travel through the Strand, a robust entertainment district along the bay whose Victoria-era buildings now hold shops, galleries and restaurants. Candid commentary will provide you with a good grasp of Galveston’s sometimes wild-and-woolly past. Being America’s fourth-largest city, Houston is a hub for bigger, more contemporary landmarks such as the NRG Astrodome stadium and a medical center that ranks as the world’s largest life sciences destination. The highly affluent River Oaks residential neighborhood will reveal yet another side of Houston. Following photo stops at the urban oases Hermann Park and Sesquicentennial Park – which was built to commemorate the 150-year-old founding of both Texas and Houston – you will enjoy free time for lunch on your own in the massive POST Market food hall.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Drive through the Strand historical district for a glimpse into Galveston’s intriguing past.
• Pass Houston landmarks ranging from the NRG Astrodome stadium to a massive medical center.
• Stop to take pictures in two of Houston’s most celebrated and photogenic public parks.
• Spend free time in the POST Market food hall, where you might dine on your own.
• Transfer to the airport in plenty of time to catch your flight.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.