Last year's Galentine's celebration was a truly delightful departure from the ordinary. We spent…read morethe evening touring downtown Houston, indulging in an array of light appetizers and exploring a diverse selection of teas, a highlight being the exquisite rose cherry blend. Admittedly, tea tasting wasn't something I would have sought out on my own, but the experience was a revelation; it allowed me to discover a newfound appreciation for the complexity of different flavors. Beyond the tasting, there was something special about the atmosphere, dressing up, singing along to the music, and soaking in the local history of the city. It was the perfect blend of sophisticated and spirited fun. I cannot recommend this experience enough for a Galentine's outing or any meaningful gathering with friends.

DO NOT BOOK THIS BUS!!!! It is a scam with false…read moreadvertising. I usually do not give bad reviews because I believe every business has a chance for improvement but I was really hoping all the bad reviews I saw after I and my sisters booked this bus tour was untrue. Unfortunately there was no lies told as we also had our own fair share of experience which completely ruined my birthday experience, left a sour taste in my mouth and had me screaming NEVER AGAIN!!!!This experience caused me extreme sadness especially with our waitress Nathalie being overly rude. I can't believe they hire someone like that to work in their organization. Anyways it is a poorly managed company because, First of all we booked the 2:30 Luxe package for March 15 2026. This was part of my birthday weekend celebration. Please do not waste your time. Even if you insist on going don't waste your money on the Luxe package. It is a marketing scam. We got a text that morning that the take off time was rescheduled to 3pm. Anyways we arrived on time. And note that there is nothing like priority boarding. Everyone just gets in. Secondly the customized tumblers were not available neither were there take out plates as promised. There were only cheap styrofoam cups. When we asked our server Nathalie about the tumbler she was Extremely Rude to us. First she tried to offer us mocktails as compensation and we told her the mocktails are already included in the Luxe package. That is when she then proceeded to raise her voice at us. She basically told us that "she does not own the business, and we should not argue with her (which we did not at all), and we should decide if we want tea or not, answer her yes or no and she does not have time for this". We could not believe our ears we just stared at her. Of course we could not accept anything from her after that, who would? However the second waitress Imani was very professionally and polite. Even with the air conditioning in the bus not working right she was sweating and still making sure everybody was doing ok. She apologized for her colleagues behavior. Now, there was suppose to be some entertainment and a tour experience with narration. Yeah, there was nothing like that. No music, No singing. This was just a hot uncomfortable bus ride filled with rude staff, disappointment and false advertising. I will not recommend even to my enemy. Please note that there are other fun things to do in houston with $214.34. Plus we paid $30 for parking per car. Also we were suppose to get a 3 tier sandwich tray we only got 2. This was a total disaster. I need my refund from this terrible experience. Please read all the reviews before deciding. The good reviews are from a long time ago or those people are paid to write good reviews. Because every review from 2026 is as is. They need to do better or shut down this business.

My recent experience with Greatland Tours on a trip from Houston to L'Auberge was **shockingly…read moreunacceptable and completely contradictory to the polished "About Us" statement the company promotes.** For a business that claims to use top‑of‑the‑line vehicles, professionally trained drivers, and exceptional customer service, what we encountered was the exact opposite -- a trip that felt unsafe, disorganized, and downright disrespectful to the loyal riders who depend on this service. When passengers arrived at the pickup location at 7:45 AM, there was no staff member present--only a posted note instructing riders to pay the driver. The bus that eventually arrived was an extreme downgrade: a small, visibly dirty vehicle clearly not intended for long‑distance travel. The first step was broken, making it difficult and unsafe for elderly and disabled passengers to board. **I would bet that 80% of your ridership consists of elderly people, which makes the lack of accessibility even more unacceptable.** Inside, the conditions were equally unacceptable. Seats were cramped so tightly that passengers had to squeeze between rows. Several seats were broken, there were no footrests, and the peeling faux leather rubbed off onto passengers' clothing. To make matters worse, the bus had **no restroom**, forcing everyone to rush into a nearby Taco Bell before departure because there would be no stops during the 2‑hour, 10‑minute ride. Even a car trip of that distance typically requires a restroom break, let alone a bus filled with seniors. The bus held only 38 seats. The first pickup nearly filled it, the second left only a couple of seats open, and by the third stop, passengers with reservations were turned away. Tension rose quickly, and understandably so--loyal riders were shocked by the drastic downgrade in transportation and the lack of communication. Adding to the frustration, prices have increased to $25-$30 with a card and $35 without, yet perks upon arrival at the casino have been eliminated. Riders headed to the Golden Nugget are no longer dropped off there and must find their own way, even those using walkers, canes, or wheelchairs. All of this placed the new driver in an unfair and uncomfortable position, simply trying to follow instructions while passengers expressed justified concerns. In the end, we paid more only to receive deplorable service. It raises serious questions: Should this bus--or any like it--have been on the road? Did it even pass inspection for safely transporting passengers? This experience was inhumane, unsafe, and far below the standards Greatland Tours claims to uphold.

There wasn't clear communication about checking in 15 minutes before. I had previously taken this…read moreservice at another location, and you paid the bus driver when you got on the bus. They told us 3:50 we missed the bus, when the bus departure was at 4:00, the actual departure was 4:10. The bus driver said that the bus wasn't full, he could add us. When we were asking about paying, the staff laughed, and when another staff asked about catching at another location, he yells and said that we missed it. Until another customer explained the alternate location is a different time, the guy says, oh, didn't know what you were asking. When I asked for names of the employees to tell the owner, he is missing out on a small group One guy did not want to give it to me so I took his picture and he threaten to call the cops, saying I can go to jail, until my friend who works with HPD said there is no law that says I cannot take his photos. Really? You were going to call 911 and when the police arrive say she took at picture?!! Speaks to their racism, when I challenged their thought process they threaten to call the cops???!! If you want to be treated with respect, avoid this company.

I had such a nice experience with Houston City Tours, Inc.! As a first time visitor, it was the…read moreperfect way to get oriented and really learn about the city instead of just attending my conference. Ben, our guide, was fantastic -- a true local who clearly loves his hometown. His narration on Houston's architecture, history, and hidden details made the skyline come alive. You could feel the hometown pride in every story he shared. It wasn't just facts -- it was personality, context, and connection. Huge shoutout to Yolanda as well for keeping us safe while navigating all over the city. Houston traffic is no joke, and she handled it like a pro. There are only two hop-off stops -- the Aquarium and Sam Houston Park -- so if you're looking for a fully flexible hop-on-hop-off experience, this isn't that. But honestly, it's a great overview tour and a really efficient way to see and understand Houston in a short amount of time. If you want a solid introduction to the city with knowledgeable locals leading the way, this is a great choice! Support this family owned business.

I was so excited about this tour. I thought we signed up for the Christmas light tour, but we…read morebarely saw Christmas lights. Maybe my expectations were too high. It was basically a really expensive history tour of downtown. Which im from Houston so not that much was new or of interest to me.

HtX tours was an awesome experience, I recently booked for my family to experience the Houston…read morebreweries and we were not disappointed. What I liked about the bus we used were the Tv screens and the lanyard system htx used to let my family know when it was time to leave. Overall this was a great experience, I'd recommend this tour to anyone looking for a great experience and great service.

Great tour. Had a blast visiting the different breweries. Our host, James, was just phenomenal. He…read moreis so much fun! Kept us entertained the whole time. Very informative and you can tell he loves Houston. I would highly recommend it. Every time someone visits Houston now, I'll take them on a tour with HTXtours. Thank you for the amazing time!

Nice thing to do on the weekend! I love kayaking and figured there had to be a place in Houston to…read morekayak. I luckily stumbled upon this place! The lady at the front desk was very nice and thorough, and charged us $40 for 2 hours for a tandem kayak. You go down the stairs and there will be workers there to help you put the kayak into the water. Highly recommend this place.

I'd never been kayaking until BCA; I paid $30 for a single rider's kayak for two hours. I went with…read morea few friends and we paddled towards downtown Houston and got the chance to enjoy a beautiful view of the city from the river. It's definitely peaceful, and it took my group 30 minutes to get from the start point (around The Kitchen at the Dunlavy) to Sabine Street on the day we went. It was exhausting but definitely worth the effort and price. The service was fantastic. They were super helpful, which was awesome since most of the people in my party were first-timers! I highly recommend this experience; kayaking was such a blast today!

Phil Stewart guided my wife, brother, S-i-L, and me on a three hour tour of the Houston area, from…read moredowntown to the Galleria area. Phil's knowledge of the areas made the tour very interesting and informative. I've lived in suburban Houston for years and learned a lot about Houston on this tour. Phil Petersen

Phil gave us the ultimate VIP tour. My husband and I (from South Carolina) had only one day to…read morespend in Houston on Friday before our event on Saturday. I researched tour companies in advance of our trip, and I chose "Discover Houston Tours." Phil planned an itinerary and kept in touch with me before our arrival at HOU-Hobby. He communicated with me by phone, text, and email which assured me that I had selected the best tour guide. Our main purpose was to use our "free day" to tour Johnson Space Center. Phil picked us up at the airport and took us on the greatest tour of the Space Center. He guided us to every exhibit, so that no time was wasted. If I had been "on my own," I would never have known how grand the Space Center was. After the Space Center tour, Phil suggested that he had time for a tour of Houston. Phil's knowledge of Houston is unsurpassed. He took us to all the amazing places in Houston, including famous parks, River Oaks, historic sites, landmarks, and an opportunity to admire the skyline and the architectural beauty of buildings and skyscrapers. I am grateful for Phil Stewart's wonderful tour of Houston. Our visit to Houston was perfect!