Rice Stadium, Houston

Name: Rice Stadium
Address: Houston, United States

#335 among attractions in Houston

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Facts and practical information

Rice Stadium is an American football stadium located on the Rice University campus in Houston, Texas. It has been the home of the Rice Owls football team since its completion in 1950, and hosted Super Bowl VIII in early 1974. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 30 September 1950 (74 years ago)Capacity: 47 thous.Coordinates: 29°42'59"N, 95°24'33"W

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Inner Loop (University Place)Houston United States

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Rice Stadium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston Zoo, McGovern Lake.

1.3 miNE
Complex with a renowned art collection
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
34 min walk • The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH), is one of the most prominent cultural institutions in the United States, located in the heart of Houston, Texas. A beacon of artistic expression and heritage, the museum boasts an extensive collection that spans more than 6,000...
1.2 miE
Renowned dinosaur hall and butterfly house
Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston
31 min walk • The Houston Museum of Natural Science, a cornerstone of cultural and educational experiences in Houston, Texas, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to science education. This prestigious institution, founded in 1909, is located in the heart of Houston's...
1 miE
Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
Houston Zoo, Houston
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, the Houston Zoo stands as a cherished natural oasis in the bustling city. Home to over 6,000 animals from 900 species, the zoo sprawls across 55 acres of lush, landscaped grounds in Hermann Park, offering visitors a chance to connect...
1.1 miE
Lake
McGovern Lake, Houston
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, McGovern Lake stands as a serene oasis amidst the bustling energy of Texas's most populous city. This picturesque body of water offers a tranquil escape for city dwellers and visitors alike, with its smooth surface reflecting the clear...
1.2 miE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston
32 min walk • Miller Outdoor Theatre is an outdoor theater for the performing arts in Houston, Texas. It is located on approximately 7.5 acres of land in Hermann Park, at 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, Texas 77030.
1.3 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Houston
33 min walk • Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a not-for-profit institution in the Museum District, Houston, Texas, founded in 1948, dedicated to presenting contemporary art to the public.
1.3 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Garden
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden, Houston
34 min walk • The Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden is a sculpture garden located at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in Houston, Texas, United States.
1.2 miE
Park
Hermann Park, Houston
31 min walk • Hermann Park is a 445-acre urban park in Houston, Texas, situated at the southern end of the Museum District. The park is located immediately north of the Texas Medical Center and Brays Bayou, east of Rice University, and slightly west of the Third Ward.
1.2 miNE
Fountain
Mecom Fountain, Houston
32 min walk • Mecom Fountain is a 1964 fountain designed by Eugene Werlin, located in the traffic circle at the intersection of Main and Montrose streets in Houston, Texas, in the United States.
0.6 miE
Library
Woodson Research Center, Houston
15 min walk • Woodson Research Center is an archive located in Fondren Library at Rice University in Houston, Texas. The Center is named for Benjamin N. Woodson and houses the special collections of Rice University's Fondren Library which includes manuscript collections, rare books, and the Rice University archives.
0.8 miE
Church
Autry House, Houston
20 min walk • The Edward Albert Palmer Memorial Chapel and Autry House is a two-part building complex located at Rice University in Houston, Texas. It houses the James L. Autry House, which was built in 1921 by the Episcopal Church as a community center for the university. A temporary community center was built on the location in 1919 by Rev.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rice Stadium?

Nearby attractions include James Turrell Skyspace at Rice University, Houston (8 min walk), Rice University, Houston (11 min walk), Rice Village, Houston (11 min walk), Woodson Research Center, Houston (15 min walk).

How to get to Rice Stadium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rice Stadium:

Bus

Shelter C • Lines: 2211 (5 min walk)
TMC Transit Center (23 min walk)

Light rail

Dryden/TMC • Lines: Red (18 min walk)
Memorial Hermann Hospital/Houston Zoo • Lines: Red (19 min walk)

Train

Kinder Station (31 min walk)