Cistern History Tours
Closed through March 11.
Learn about the architecture of this unique space and the history of Houston’s water system during a guided 30-minute tour.
- Times:
- Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
- 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm
- Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm
- Saturday
- 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm
- Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
- Cost:
- $7 per person (ages 9 and up only)
- $5 for college students, military and seniors (62+). Must present I.D. upon checking in.
- Free on Thursdays
- Gift cards available here
- Tickets can be reserved up to 60 days in advance.
- Tour capacity is 20 people.
- Parking: A number of parking options are available around Buffalo Bayou Park.
All guests are required to wear a face mask and use hand sanitizer before entering the Cistern. Cleaning will take place between every Cistern tour. Guests that arrive five minutes past the tour start time will be rescheduled.
Free Thursdays at the Cistern generously sponsored by