Buffalo Bayou Partnership

Bat Boat Tour
2022-06-10 19:35 - 21:05, 2022-06-18 19:40 - 21:10, 2022-07-09 19:40 - 21:10, 2022-07-23 19:35 - 21:05, 2022-08-06 19:25 - 20:55, 2022-08-12 19:20 - 20:50 (America/Chicago) | Sound Healing Meditation
Sail the scenic waterway on a 90-minute, guided tour from downtown to Waugh Drive Bridge and back to watch the emergence of the 250,000+ Mexican free-tailed bats that live under the bridge.

Our knowledgeable guide will share details about the bats’ eating patterns, behavior and contributions to the bayou’s ecosystem. Space is limited, and boat tours fill up fast. Boat departs 45 minutes before sunset.

Please note, kids must be at least four years old to board the pontoon boat.
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Port to Port History Boat Tour
2022-06-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-07-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-09-10 10:00 - 12:00
The Port to Port History Tour is a 2-hour cruise east of downtown on Buffalo Bayou from Allen’s Landing to the Port of Houston Turning Basin.
In 1914 with the opening of the Houston Ship Channel and the modern Port of Houston, the section of Buffalo Bayou from the port’s turning basin to the foot of Main Street (now known as Allen’s Landing) was called the upper channel. Join bayou guide Andrew Groocock on a historical tour of the upper channel of Buffalo Bayou focusing on the historic significance of this industrial stretch and Houston, as you cruise the approximately seven miles from the old port of Houston to the new port of Houston.
Cost: $45/person
Departure location: 1019 Commerce Street (at Main Street), go down the cascading stairs (on your left of the 3-story brown brick building). The pontoon boat will be docked at the wharf.
Weather permitting. Reservations Required. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted on the pontoon boat.
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Twilight Boat Tours
2022-06-11 17:30 - 20:30, 2022-06-25 17:30 - 20:30, 2022-07-02 17:30 - 20:30, 2022-07-30 17:30 - 20:30, 2022-08-13 17:30 - 20:30
Boat tours are 30 minutes and depart promptly each half-hour.
5:30 – 8 p.m.
Depart from Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St. Houston, TX, 77002)
$15 for adults/$12 for children (ages 4–12)*
*Children under 4 are not permitted on boat tours.
Weather permitting. Reservations Required.

Spend quality time with your family or friend group on a 30-minute boat tour of Buffalo Bayou. Escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along the waterway. Look for graceful herons, jumping fish, turtles and the occasional alligator on the banks.
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Bubbles and Fireworks Boat Tour
2022-07-04 20:00 - 22:00
Hop aboard BBP’s pontoon boat for perfect views of Houston’s spectacular fireworks show!
Avoid the crowds and view the city’s fireworks extravaganza while floating along Buffalo Bayou and enjoying bubbly, beer, wine and light bites.
We can only accommodate 21 lucky guests, so sign up now for this cruise!
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SOLD OUT: Bat Boat Tour
2022-08-20 19:10 - 20:40

Buffalo Bayou Boat Tours
2022-09-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2022-10-29 10:00 - 14:00
These 45-minute boat rides are a great way to spend the evening with your family and friends. Escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along Buffalo Bayou’s waters. Look for graceful herons, jumping fish, and even an occasional alligator on the banks.
Tours leave on the hour beginning at 10am and ending at 2pm.
Cost:

Adults: $15
Children: $12 (ages 4-12)

Departure location: Allen’s Landing, 1019 Commerce St., Houston, TX 77002
Weather permitting. Reservations Required. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted on the pontoon boat.
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SOLD OUT: Songs on the Water with HGO
2022-10-08 16:00 - 17:30, 2022-10-09 18:00 - 19:30
This boat tour is sold out.
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Hosted in partnership with Houston Grand Opera
Enjoy a transformative 90-minute boat ride on Buffalo Bayou that includes a recital, wine selected by Nice Winery, and snacks.
Bass-Baritone, Fernando Grimaldo, described as having a rich and enchanting sound, will serenade you during the evening along with pianist Kevin Miller.
Cost (Ages 13+): $75
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Songs on the Water with HGO
2022-10-08 18:00 - 19:30, 2022-10-09 16:00 - 17:30
Hosted in partnership with Houston Grand Opera
Enjoy a transformative 90-minute boat ride on Buffalo Bayou that includes a recital, wine selected by Nice Winery, and snacks.
Bass-Baritone, Fernando Grimaldo, described as having a rich and enchanting sound, will serenade you during the evening along with pianist Kevin Miller.
Cost (Ages 13+): $75
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Bilingual Boat Tours/Paseos en barco bilingües
2022-10-15 10:00 - 14:00
A Spanish interpreter will be on board for these tours / Un intérprete de español estará a bordo para estos tours.
Cost:

Adults: $15
Children: $12 (ages 4-12)*

Hours: 10am-2pm (45 minute boat rides) The last tour leaves at 1pm.
Please note that boat tours depart promptly at the designated time.
Departure location: 1019 Commerce Street (at Main Street), go down the stairs (to your left of the 3-story brown brick building). The pontoon will be at the pier.
These 45-minute boat rides are a great way to spend time with family and friends. Escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide across the waters of Buffalo Bayou. Spot graceful herons, jumping fish and even an alligator at the water’s edge.
*Children under 4 years old are not allowed on boat tours.

Costo:

Adultos: $15
Niños: $12 (edades 4-12)*

Horario: 10am-2pm (paseos en bote de 45 minutos) El último tour sale a las 1pm.
Tenga en cuenta que los recorridos en barco salen puntualmente a la hora designada.
Lugar de salida: 1019 Commerce Street (en Main Street), baje las escaleras (a su izquierda del edificio de ladrillo de color marrón de 3 pisos). El pontón estará en el muelle.
Estos paseos en bote de 45 minutos son una excelente manera de pasar tiempo con su familia y amigos. Escápese del bullicio de la ciudad y disfrute de la brisa fresca mientras se desliza por las aguas de Buffalo Bayou. Observe garzas elegantes, peces saltadores e incluso un caimán en las orillas del agua.
*Los niños menores de 4 años no están permitidos en excursiones en barco.
Si el tiempo lo permite. Se requiere reservación.
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Spirits of the Bayou Boat Tour
2022-10-30 18:00 - 19:30, 2022-10-31 18:00 - 19:30
Join this ghostly history cruise and get in the Halloween spirit this October. Tour guide Andrew Groocock will share some of the haunted tales and legends of Buffalo Bayou. Hear some of the lesser-known stories – both documented and anecdotal – of ghosts, lost souls, and spirits of the bayou. This boat tour is an hour and a half long. Children age 4+ only.
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Excursiones en español en el barco ponton de BBP
2022-11-05 14:00 - 17:00

Christmas Cruises
2022-12-03 13:00 - 16:45, 2022-12-04 13:00 - 16:45, 2022-12-10 13:00 - 16:45, 2022-12-11 13:00 - 16:45
Celebrate the holiday season with a pontoon boat ride along Buffalo Bayou. Enjoy festive boat lighting, treats, and time with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
Departure location: Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St., Houston, TX 77002)
45-minute tours departing at:

1pm
2pm
3pm
4pm

Reservations required.

Adult (Ages 13+): $15
Child (Ages 4-12): $10

Children age 4+ only.
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