Downtown Houston, Houston

Name: Downtown Houston
Address: Houston, United States

#166 among attractions in Houston

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Downtown is the largest business district in the city of Houston and the largest in the state of Texas, located near the geographic center of the metropolitan area at the confluence of Interstate 10, Interstate 45, and Interstate 69. The 1.84-square-mile district, enclosed by the aforementioned highways, contains the original townsite of Houston at the confluence of Buffalo Bayou and White Oak Bayou, a point known as Allen's Landing. Downtown has been the city's preeminent commercial district since its founding in 1836. ()

Alternative names: Settled: 1836Area: 1.84 mi²Coordinates: 29°45'25"N, 95°21'43"W

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Downtown Houston – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Warehouse Live, Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, Minute Maid Park, PNC Stadium.

0.6 miSE
Nightlife, Dancing
Warehouse Live, Houston
15 min walk • Warehouse Live is a vibrant live music venue nestled in the heart of Houston, United States. This bustling entertainment hub, located at 813 Saint Emanuel Street, has become a staple in the Houston music scene since its opening in 2006.
~800 ftNW
Nightlife
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, Houston
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, the Flying Saucer Draught Emporium is a haven for beer aficionados and casual drinkers alike. Located within the historic S.H. Kress & Co. Building, this iconic pub boasts a diverse selection of craft beers, with over 200 different...
0.4 miE
Sport venue, Sport
Minute Maid Park, Houston
11 min walk • Minute Maid Park, a jewel in the heart of Houston, Texas, stands as a premier destination for sports enthusiasts and entertainment seekers alike. This modern ballpark, with its retractable roof and natural grass field, is the home of Major League Baseball's Houston...
0.7 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
PNC Stadium, Houston
18 min walk • PNC Stadium, formerly known as BBVA Stadium, is a dynamic sports venue nestled in the vibrant heart of Houston, Texas. This contemporary stadium is primarily known as the home ground for the Houston Dynamo FC, the city's esteemed Major League Soccer team, and the...
~1580 ftSE
Park, Playground, Entertainment
Discovery Green, Houston
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, Discovery Green stands as a verdant oasis amidst the bustling cityscape. This 12-acre park, opened in 2008, is more than just a patch of green; it's a vibrant hub of outdoor activities, cultural events, and community gatherings that...
0.4 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Toyota Center, Houston
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Houston, the Toyota Center stands as a premier sports and entertainment venue in the United States. Opened in October 2003, this state-of-the-art arena is home to the Houston Rockets, the city's cherished NBA team, and has become a...
~1100 ftN
Architecture
JPMorgan Chase Tower, Houston
6 min walk • The JPMorgan Chase Tower, formerly known as the Texas Commerce Tower, stands as a testament to modern architecture and the dynamic skyline of Houston, United States. Soaring to a height of 305 meters, this 75-story skyscraper is not only the tallest building in Houston...
0.5 miNW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Bayou Music Center, Houston
13 min walk • The Bayou Music Center is an indoor theater owned by Live Nation and located in Houston, Texas, United States. The theater is located at the Bayou Place entertainment complex in Downtown Houston.
0.6 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Houston
15 min walk • The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Houston, Texas, United States. Opened to the public in 2002, the theater is located downtown on the edge of the Houston Theater District. Hobby Center features 60-foot-high glass walls with views of Houston's skyscrapers, Tranquility Park and Houston City Hall.
~1540 ftE
Church, Romanesque architecture
Annunciation Catholic Church, Houston
8 min walk • The Annunciation Church is a Catholic church located at the corner of Texas Avenue and Crawford Street in Downtown Houston, Texas.
0.5 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Wortham Theater Center, Houston
13 min walk • The Wortham Theater Center is a performing arts center located in downtown Houston, Texas, United States. The Wortham Theater Center, designed by Eugene Aubry of Morris Architects, was built out of private funds totaling over $66 Million.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Downtown Houston?

Nearby attractions include Houston Post-Dispatch Building, Houston (4 min walk), Christ Church Cathedral, Houston (5 min walk), One Park Place, Houston (5 min walk), Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, Houston (6 min walk).

How to get to Downtown Houston by public transport?

The nearest stations to Downtown Houston:

Light rail

Central Station Rusk • Lines: Green, Purple (2 min walk)
Central Station Main • Lines: Red (4 min walk)

Bus

Downtown Transit Center (19 min walk)
Greyhound Bus Lines (22 min walk)

Train

Houston (21 min walk)