Houston - Getting Around
Public Transport
There are fare boxes on the bus (correct change is required). Alternatively, you can buy tokens in advance. Day passes allow unlimited travel (on the local service only) in a 24-hour period and weekly passes are also available. You can get information and tickets from RideStores, 1900 Main Street, and 1001 Travis. Local shops displaying the METROstop sign also sell tickets.
METRO also operates a trolleybus service, which covers three different routes that link the major hotels with tourist destinations.
A light rail system, Metrorail, opened in 2004 with services from Downtown via the Museum District, Texas Medical Center to Reliant Park. Payment is by Q Card, used like a debit card on the Metrorail or on city buses. For more information, check out www.ridemetro.org.
Taxis
Driving in the City
Parking is generally not a problem with plenty of car parks right across the city. Many attractions or venues have free parking for visitors. Some on-street parking is available, although difficult to find in Downtown.
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