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We Are Downtown

From that late night pizza slice to a night at the symphony, Downtown is the heartbeat of Houston. And you, YES YOU, are what makes us unique. So come come on down and capture your experience using #WeAreDowntownHOU.

Ultimate Downtown Weekends This Summer

Keeping up with all the things to do in Houston can be a bit of a feat at times. Thankfully, we’ve compiled a list of major “Downtown Weekends” to dub ...

Sunshine & Sips ☀🍹

Looking to soak up some sunshine while you sip on seasonal summer cocktails? Grab your shorts and summer dresses and meet us Downtown to cheers all season long! *🐶 Pet-Friendly

Making an Impact

By now, virtually everyone knows that Houston is the energy capital of the world. But the Bayou City’s economic engine turns on much more than oil and gas. In fact, ...

Can't Miss Adventures in Downtown!

Welcome to Downtown Houston! From towering skyscrapers, vibrant festivals and energetic concerts and sporting events to world-class theater performances, eclectic bars and public art, here are the “hotspots” to help ...

Have the Happiest of Hours!

Underground Hall: Mon-Fri, 2-6 PM Finn Hall: Mon-Fri, 3-6PM Common Bond Brasserie & Bakery: Mon-Fri, 4-6PM El Big Bad: Mon-Fri, 4-7PM MKT Bar: Mon-Fri, 4-6PM Citadel BBQ: Wed-Thur, 3-6PM

Toro Toro Elevates the Pan-Latin Steakhouse Experience at Four Seasons

As you walk up the stairs to the third floor of the Four Seasons Hotel in Downtown Houston, anticipation builds for a one-of-a-kind experience at our neighborhood’s most recent addition—Toro ...

Downtown Strikes Back!

Since stopping the world in its tracks two years ago, the pandemic continued to rear its ugly head throughout 2021 with the omicron variant causing on-again, off-again uncertainty for everyone, ...

A Journey In the (Wine) Making: Pur Noire Urban Wineries

THE START "Babe, if we're always going to be working, we need to do something that we're working on together," Carissa told Kenneth one evening as the two entrepreneurs were ...

Experiencing Black-Owned Downtown Houston

Let’s be real, Houston has so much to see and do that curating a list of places to visit—specifically ones owned by POC, might be a tad bit tough. Of ...

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Dining

Burger Theory

Located at street-level of the Holiday Inn, Burger Theory specializes in gourmet burgers, casual American fare and boasts a beer-centric bar.

Art Blocks

Main Street Marquee: Commute

Currently on View

Commute, by local artist, Sarah Welch, is rendered in the artist's signature comic book style. It depicts two women in profile, sitting back-to-back on a commuter train, each reading a ...

Art Blocks

Main Street Marquee: Sam Houston Style

No Longer on View

Sam Houston Style, the brainchild of Houstorian founder, James Glassman, is a portrait of the city’s namesake wearing contemporary sunglasses. Glassman digitally altered the original 1850’s Matthew Brady photograph as a tongue-in-cheek ...

Bars + Clubs

Z on 23

Head to Le Meridian's 23rd floor and soak in the 360-degree views of Downtown Houston from Z on 23 Rooftop Lounge. Enjoy a light menu, craft cocktails, specialty beers and ...

Parks

The Acre

Located between One and Two Allen Center, the vibrant urban park and active space contains a wide-open plaza and a linear lawn where people can simply relax and enjoy.

Staycations

Summer Relaxation

Relax and unwind at the C. Baldwin Hotel with a package that includes your choice of self-care kit from Paloma, a bottle of sparkling wine, complimentary room upgrade, valet parking ...

Dining

Prelude Coffee & Tea

Get your coffee fix at this espresso bar located inside Hines' 609 Main building and pair it with your favorite breakfast and lunch options from local favorite, Morningstar.

Recreation + Fitness

Bike Barn Bike Rentals

Bike Barn's bayou rental outpost is situated on one of Houston’s favorite outdoor oases, Buffalo Bayou, which features miles of beautiful bike trail that surrounds the bayou. Get to know ...

Bars + Clubs

Dive Lounge

A gallery-styled lounge with rippling water walls, and a low-lit, mellow ambiance allows guests to unwind and relax.

Shops + Services

24 Hour Data

24 Hour Data was founded in 2006 and expanded to Downtown Houston in 2015. Their company has recovered data for businesses, universities, hardware manufacturers and retail customers all over Texas. ...