Planning Guide

What to Do Between Conference Sessions

Two- and three-hour outings near the George R. Brown Convention Center.

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Staying close to GRB

Discovery Green sits directly in front of the convention center, and EaDo starts a few blocks east. For a two-hour break on a weekday, the underground tunnel walk or a private driving tour fits neatly between sessions.

Evening options for a group

The EaDo food tour and private brewery cart both start within a short walk or two-minute rideshare of GRB hotels.

Relevant Verified Experiences

Guided Walking Tour · Shared small group · About 2 hours

Astroville Houston Tunnel Tour: Downtown History & Hidden Gems

Platform: Viator

Meeting / Departure: Inside Starbucks at 910 Louisiana St (Enterprise Plaza), Downtown Houston

Included: Guide-led walk through the Downtown tunnel system and street-level architecture

Additional costs: Food and drinks

Requirements: Weekdays only — the tunnels follow business hours and close on weekends and holidays

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Private Driving Tour · Private · About 2 hours

Executive Private Houston City Tour

Platform: Viator

Meeting / Departure: Bank of America Tower, 800 Capitol St, or central Houston hotel pickup

Included: Private vehicle and guide covering Downtown, Museum District, Hermann Park, Rice and stadiums

Additional costs: Gratuities, admissions

Requirements: Pickup zone limits on partner page

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Guided Walking Food Tour · Shared small group · About 3 hours 30 minutes

Howdy H-Town EaDo Food Tour

Platform: Viator

Meeting / Departure: Courtyard behind Koffeteria, 1110 Hutchins St, East Downtown (EaDo)

Included: Guide and tastings at EaDo stops as listed

Additional costs: Extra drinks, gratuities

Requirements: Walking between stops; check dietary options

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Private Cart Brewery Tour · Private · About 2 hours

Private Houston Brewery Tour by Cart

Platform: Viator

Meeting / Departure: Joyride Houston HQ, 711 Milby St, East Downtown

Included: Private electric cart transport between three breweries

Additional costs: Beer and food purchases, gratuities

Requirements: 21+ to drink alcohol; ID required

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