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Private tour in Houston David C
Museum District & Montrose Neighborhood - Full Day Tour
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To paraphrase a well-known bumper sticker: I was not born in Houston, but I got here as soon as I could! Minus a few years here and there, I have lived in the Houston area since I was a pre-schooler. That's a mighty long time. During my years at Rice University, I fell in love with Houston's creativity, vitality, and diversity. Beyond its unique skyline, iconic stadiums, and legendary humidity, this city of has 2. 5 million people from all over the world who bring an enterprising spirit and a truly awesome mix of cultures and cuisines. My many jobs since the 1980s have included driving taxis and rideshares all around Greater Houston. I've actually covered much of the city by bicycle! I've also held some regular, full-time salaried positions as a high school Latin teacher, information technology instructor, and IT support technician. I'm new at the tour guide endeavor, but it's something I've thought about getting into for many years, for I love informing travellers about cool and unusual places in the city, as well as the story behind it. Not to mention telling them of interesting events that are taking place here! My tours will go beyond the usual tourist stops and explore the real Houston, where regular folks like to go for cultural and social experiences. My specialties include: + established art spaces in and around the Museum District + alternative arts, including our famous Art Cars + local craft breweries and our international food scene -Bachelor's degree in Classical Studies from Rice University -Experience driving in Houston since 1979 -Rideshare driver in Houston since 2019 -Contributed to the launch of Houston's Edition of the World Naked Bike Ride in 2011.
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Let's visit the Art-Heart of Houston, Texas.
Overview of your Houston tour
This full-day tour takes you through some of Houston's best-known art spaces, such as the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH), as well as the nearby Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS). See touring exhibits and permanent collections, including the Menil Collection's astounding Surrealism gallery. In addition to the five standard sites, you can choose a bonus stop from a list of five attractions. You may want to do a little web searching to help you decide which! Admission tickets will be purchased for you in advance. This being said, you may need a credit card for extras such as the Planetarium or the Butterfly House at HMNS. Also, please let me know of any dietary restrictions or food preferences for our lunch stop. The Montrose and Museum Districts offer variety, quality, and affordability for your lunching pleasure.
Your Houston tour itinerary
The order of the itinerary may vary according to the day and start-time of the tour, as well as the bonus stop. It can also be customized according to your priorities and preferences. -I'll pick you up at your lodging or other location. We'll then drive to the Museum District, stop for lunch, and then reach the Montrose area. Recommended order with approximate duration: -Museum of Fine Arts Houston (1 hour) -Contemporary Arts Museum, Houston (30-45 mins) -Houston Museum of Natural Science (1 hour) -Lunch at a restaurant in the Museum District (1 hour) -Bonus Stop—see choices below* (1 hour) -Menil Collection (1 hour) -Rothko Chapel (20-30 mins) -Drive back. You'll be able to pick a bonus stop among these, according to what most interests you: a. Asia Society Texas Center b. Buffalo Soldiers National Museum c. Czech Center and Museum d. Houston Museum of African American Culture e. Houston Center for Photography After visiting the chapel, I would drop you off at your lodging or a prearranged location.
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Type: Private Transportation
We will travel in a Kia Niro that can carry up to four passengers (three comfortably). There will however be some walking between attractions: The Museum of Fine Arts and the Contemporary Arts Museum are across the street from each other; the Menil Collection and Rothko Chapel are a block apart. If guests prefer, the attractions can all be reached via public transit.
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