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What's the surrounding area like?

The Toyota Center is located in downtown Houston and there are a whole host of restaurants and bars. You won't go short of Mexican, Tex-Mex and Texan BBQ all within a short walk of the arena.

How can I spend a day in Houston before heading to the concert?

Space Center Houston

If the words, "Houston, we have a problem" mean anything to you, then no visit to Houston would be complete without a visit to Space Center Houston, the official museum with attractions, educational exhibitions and actual artefacts from outer space, which is attached to the Lyndon B Johnson Space Center. Adult tickets start at just $20.95 if you pre-book online.

Downtown Aquarium Houston

The Downtown Aquarium is not just an aquarium. Of course it is home to over 200 species of aquatic life from around the world but there is also a full restaurant, a bar, shopping, and a ballroom. Not to mention the aquatic and geographic exhibitions. Aquarium adventure admission is $10.99 for adults, stingray reef is $2.99 and you'll have to pay extra to go on the rides, all of which are under $5.

Rice Village

Rice Village has more than 300 shops over a 16-block area and is mainly focused on fashion. The Village is full of national brands as well as whole host of smaller independent stores. If you need to grab a bite to eat there is a large choice here, with Italian, Spanish, Mexican, French and many more types of food available.

Where are the best places to eat and drink near the Houston Toyota Center?

Ninfa's on Navigation

The original Ninfa's restaurant serves up authentic Mexican as well as Tex-Mex. You should try the Steak fajitas or their famous tacos al carbon. The service is super fast and the waiting staff are courteous and attentive.

House of Pies

No prizes for guessing what these guys offer? as well as an amazing range of pies and cakes, they have a full breakfast, lunch and dinner menu. The restaurant is open 24 hours a day so it's ideal for before your event or even for a midnight feast.

Goode Co Texas BBQ

Nothing beats good traditional Texas BBQ and this is one of the best in Houston. They have a huge range of meats straight from the barbecue from brisket to turkey sausage. They will even deliver to your hotel if you want a night in.

Is there anything else visitors to Houston should know?

Be prepared for the humidity: if it's hot and humid when you visit, you may want to take it easy.

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What's the best way to get to the Houston Toyota Center?

The Toyota Center is located in the heart of downtown Houston and is easily accessible via the main roads into the city: US59, I-45, and I-10. If you want to take a taxi to the Center from anywhere in the downtown area, you will be charged a flat rate of $6 with no surcharges.

The venue is located six blocks from Main Street Square light rail station on the Houston METROrail red line. Journeys start from $1.25, or you can ride the bus and light rail all day from just $3.



If you're staying at one of the hotels near the Houston Toyota Center, you might be better off on foot.

How much are drinks/food in the Houston Toyota Center?

There is a lot of choice in the concessions within the arena. As you would expect in Texas, there is a wide range of Texas BBQ and Tex-Mex on offer here. The Texas macho burger for $10 comes highly recommended. There are of course hot dogs too. A bacon and mustard dog is priced at $12.

Drinks on offer include soda, bottled water, and coffee; prices start from around $3. Domestic draft beer is available along with a range of bottled beers. Expect to pay at least $8 for these.

Does the venue have WiFi?

Yes, there is free WiFi throughout the arena.

Is there any parking?

The Toyota Center manages a dedicated seven storey parking lot, the Toyota Tundra Garage with around 2,500 spaces. There are an additional 10,000 spaces within just a few blocks of the arena.

How much does parking cost?

Parking in the Tundra Garage is likely to cost $15. On-street parking is free after 6pm and all-day Saturday and Sunday if you can grab a spot nearby.

What time do the doors normally open?

For Houston Rockets games on weekdays, doors open one hour prior to tip-off. For weekend games, gates open 90 minutes before tip-off.

For all special events and concerts, gates open one hour beforehand.

Any other important information visitors should know?

You may be interested in downloading the Toyota Center's official mobile app so you can find your favorite concession or get directions and parking information straight to your cell.