Montrose Walking Tour

Montrose is one of the most diverse and interesting neighborhoods in Houston with some of the city’s best architecture including spectacular mansions, charming bungalows, the campus of the University of St. Thomas, Rothko Chapel, and the Menil Collection. ArCH tour guides will present an overview of the architectural and social history of the area and offer guests a look inside of the Fondren Mansion (now La Colombe d’Or), Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Chapel of St. Basil, Rothko Chapel, Cy Twombly Gallery, and the Menil Collection. On this 2-hour walking tour you will get a flavor of this special district and be encouraged to widen your path after the tour is over.



Meets outside the Menil Bookstore, 1520 Sul Ross, 77006. 
Street and lot parking available. 






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Tour Information

ArCH Walking/Bicycle Tours

Saturdays 9am – 11am, October thru May

Reservations are required for walking and bicycle tours. Limited attendees per tour. Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time. Please arrive early to allow time for check-in and parking. Weather permitting. Tours will take place in moderate rain. Pets are strongly discouraged and are not allowed inside buildings on tours.

$15 General Admission
$10 for AIA Houston members
$10 for architecture students with current ID

Credit card payments accepted online with advance registration. For more information contact jennifer@aiahouston.org or call 713.520.0155.

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