Houston tunnel system, Houston

Name: Houston tunnel system
Address: Houston, United States

#82 among attractions in Houston

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The Houston tunnel system is a network of subterranean, climate-controlled, pedestrian walkways that links 95 full city blocks 20 feet below Houston's downtown streets. It is approximately six miles long. There are similar systems in Chicago, Dallas, Oklahoma City, Montreal, and Toronto. Architectural historian Stephen Fox has stated that the idea for the tunnel system came when the Bank of the Southwest Building was "linked by tunnel to the 1010 Garage and the Mellie Esperson Building" in 1961. ()

Coordinates: 29°45'0"N, 95°22'12"W

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Inner Loop (Downtown Houston)Houston United States

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Houston tunnel system – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.9 miE
Nightlife, Dancing
Warehouse Live, Houston
25 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.
0.7 miNE
Nightlife
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, Houston
19 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...
1 miNE
Sport venue, Sport
Minute Maid Park, Houston
26 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...
1.1 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
PNC Stadium, Houston
28 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...
0.5 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Toyota Center, Houston
13 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...
~410 ftE
Church, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Houston
2 min walk • The Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart is a prominent spiritual landmark nestled in the heart of Houston, Texas. This magnificent church serves as a co-cathedral for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and stands as a testament to the vibrant faith...
1.1 miW
Dancing, Nightlife
Eagle Houston, Houston
30 min walk • Eagle Houston is a prominent venue within the vibrant city of Houston, United States, known for being a central hub for the LGBTQ community. Established as a leather bar, it has evolved into a space that welcomes a diverse crowd while maintaining its roots in the...
0.6 miN
Museum, Postmodern architecture
Heritage Plaza, Houston
16 min walk • Heritage Plaza is a postmodern skyscraper located in the Skyline District of downtown Houston, Texas. Standing at 762 feet, the tower is the 5th-tallest building in Houston, the 8th-tallest in Texas, and the 60th-tallest in the United States.
0.9 miN
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Bayou Music Center, Houston
23 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.
0.8 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Houston
21 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.
1 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Wortham Theater Center, Houston
25 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 Houston tunnel system?

Nearby attractions include Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Houston (2 min walk), Houston House Apartments, Houston (5 min walk), Cullen Center, Houston (7 min walk), Houston Fire Station No. 7, Houston (9 min walk).

How to get to Houston tunnel system by public transport?

The nearest stations to Houston tunnel system:

Light rail

Downtown Transit Center • Lines: Red (1 min walk)
Bell • Lines: Red (7 min walk)

Bus

Downtown Transit Center (2 min walk)
Greyhound Bus Lines (4 min walk)