Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern: History Tour
Visit Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern in Houston. Take a guided walking tour to see one of Houston's historic landmarks. Learn about the origins and construction of the Cistern, built in 1926 as a drinking water reservoir. Hear details about its history and construction from an expert guide. Enter the large underground space, designed to hold 15 million gallons of water. Walk through an area the size of 1.5 football fields. Call out and listen for the 17-second echo created by the columns and walls.
Good to know
Children under 9 years old are not allowed for safety reasons
Late entry will not be permittedChildren under 9 years old are not allowed
It is recommended to arrive around 30 minutes early to ensure you have enough time to park and check-inPlease check in for your tour at The Water Works Visitor CenterShow your smartphone ticket to the guide at the meeting point
For any questions you can reach the out to Visitor Center Front Desk: 713-752-0314 ext. 301 or by emailing visitorcenter@BuffaloBayou.orgOverfill parking is available in City Lot H, located at 1643 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77007, just to the east of Fonde Recreation Center
How it works
Late entry will not be permittedChildren under 9 years old are not allowed
It is recommended to arrive around 30 minutes early to ensure you have enough time to park and check-inPlease check in for your tour at The Water Works Visitor CenterShow your smartphone ticket to the guide at the meeting point
For any questions you can reach the out to Visitor Center Front Desk: 713-752-0314 ext. 301 or by emailing visitorcenter@BuffaloBayou.orgOverfill parking is available in City Lot H, located at 1643 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77007, just to the east of Fonde Recreation Center
Meeting Point
105 Sabine Street, Houston, United States
Venue
Buffalo Bayou Park, Houston, Texas, Houston, United States, 0
Cancellation policy
This experience is non-refundable — once booked, it can’t be changed or refunded.
Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern: History Tour
Visit Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern in Houston. Take a guided walking tour to see one of Houston's historic landmarks. Learn about the origins and construction of the Cistern, built in 1926 as a drinking water reservoir. Hear details about its history and construction from an expert guide. Enter the large underground space, designed to hold 15 million gallons of water. Walk through an area the size of 1.5 football fields. Call out and listen for the 17-second echo created by the columns and walls.
Good to know
Children under 9 years old are not allowed for safety reasons
Late entry will not be permittedChildren under 9 years old are not allowed
It is recommended to arrive around 30 minutes early to ensure you have enough time to park and check-inPlease check in for your tour at The Water Works Visitor CenterShow your smartphone ticket to the guide at the meeting point
For any questions you can reach the out to Visitor Center Front Desk: 713-752-0314 ext. 301 or by emailing visitorcenter@BuffaloBayou.orgOverfill parking is available in City Lot H, located at 1643 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77007, just to the east of Fonde Recreation Center
How it works
Late entry will not be permittedChildren under 9 years old are not allowed
It is recommended to arrive around 30 minutes early to ensure you have enough time to park and check-inPlease check in for your tour at The Water Works Visitor CenterShow your smartphone ticket to the guide at the meeting point
For any questions you can reach the out to Visitor Center Front Desk: 713-752-0314 ext. 301 or by emailing visitorcenter@BuffaloBayou.orgOverfill parking is available in City Lot H, located at 1643 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77007, just to the east of Fonde Recreation Center
Meeting Point
105 Sabine Street, Houston, United States
Venue
Buffalo Bayou Park, Houston, Texas, Houston, United States, 0
Cancellation policy
This experience is non-refundable — once booked, it can’t be changed or refunded.