Buffalo Bayou Partnership

Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Twilight
2025-07-05 18:30 - 20:15, 2025-07-12 18:30 - 20:15 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along the waterway at twilight. Look for graceful herons, jumping fish, turtles, and the occasional alligator on the banks.
Tours are approximately 45 minutes long and leave promptly on the hour beginning at 6pm. The last tour departs at 8pm.
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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Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Bats
2025-07-11 19:35 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
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.

Cost

Adults: $30
Children: $24 (ages 4-12)

Departure Location
Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St.)
Weather permitting. Reservations Required. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted on the pontoon boat.

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Buffalo Bayou Cruise: History
2025-07-12 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Look back at Houston’s history while cruising Buffalo Bayou on a 90-minute tour with a local historian. Your guide will share stories of the Allen brothers and provide historical information about the people, places, and events along the bayou that helped shape Houston.
Cost: $40/person
Senior (65+)/Military/Youth (13-17)/Child (Ages 4-12): $32
Departure location: Allen’s Landing, 1001 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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Bat Watch
2025-08-16 19:45 - 21:15, 2025-08-23 19:45 - 21:15, 2025-08-30 19:45 - 21:15 (America/Chicago) | Waugh Drive Bat Bridge, 1
Stroll to Waugh Drive Bridge with our bat specialist, DeAndra Cardenas Ramsey, to see the bat colony up close!
During the summer months, the bats can reach a peak population of approximately 300,000 bats. Around sunset, view the Mexican Free-tailed Bats leave the crevices and create a whirlwind-like formation under the bridge. Join De Andrea to learn and discover as she shares the fun facts and insights about these miniature, flying mammals!

Cost
Free
Time
7:45 – 9:15pm
Meeting Location
Waugh Bridge Bat Colony Observation Deck (along Allen Parkway)
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Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Bats
2026-05-01 19:20 - 20:50, 2026-05-02 19:20 - 20:50, 2026-05-15 19:20 - 20:50, 2026-05-22 19:20 - 20:50, 2026-05-23 19:20 - 20:50, 2026-05-29 19:20 - 20:50 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
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.
Cost
Starting at $30/person
Duration
90 minutes
Departure location
Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St.)
Please note, children must be at least four years old to board the pontoon boat.

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Bat Chat
2026-05-01 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-08 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-15 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-22 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-29 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Waugh Drive Bat Bridge, 1
Stroll to Waugh Drive Bridge for a Bat Chat with the Houston Area Bat Team and see the bat colony up close!
Did you know? These population of Mexican Free-tailed Bats at the Waugh Bridge can reach a peak of approximately 300,000 in the summer months! Around sunset, the colony leaves the crevices beneath the bridge and create a whirlwind-like formation as they emerge. Join the Houston Area Bat Team to learn and discover as they share fun, educational facts and insights about these miniature, flying mammals!
Invite your family and friends, bring a picnic blanket, wear your bug spray, and admire this unique phenomena.

Bat Chats are held every Friday evening from May to August as part of our Summer Species series, starting 30 minutes before sunset.

Cost
Free
Time
7:30 – 8:30pm (30 minutes before sunset)
Meeting Location
Waugh Bridge Bat Colony Observation Deck (along Allen Parkway)

Buffalo Bayou Cruise: History
2026-05-02 17:00 - 18:30, 2026-05-23 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Look back at Houston’s history while cruising Buffalo Bayou on a 90-minute tour with a local historian. Your guide will share stories of the Allen brothers and provide historical information about the people, places, and events along the bayou that helped shape Houston.

Cost

Adults: $40
Children: $32 (ages 4-12)

Departure Location
Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St.)
Weather permitting. Reservations Required. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted on the pontoon boat.

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Bikes & Bats
2026-05-16 19:15 - 21:00, 2026-06-20 19:15 - 21:00, 2026-07-18 19:15 - 21:00, 2026-08-15 19:15 - 21:00 UTC | THE WATER WORKS, 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership and BikeHouston for a batty good time with a bike ride to the Waugh Bridge Bat Colony!
Bring your bike for an evening ride along Buffalo Bayou to the Waugh Drive Bridge, where you’ll witness an unforgettable sight—more than 250,000 Mexican free-tailed bats emerging at sunset. Along the way, bat expert DeAndra Ramsey will share insights about these fascinating and important creatures—affectionately known as “sky puppies.” Spots are limited, so reserve yours today!
Cost
$10
Duration
2 hours / 3 miles
Meeting Location
The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park (105-B Sabine St)
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