Experience Houston
City is located in:
Texas,United States
Airport(s):
George Bush International Airport- IAH
William P. Hobby Airport - HOU
Language(s) Spoken:
English- with such a diverse population there are over 20 languages that are spoken including: Spanish, Urdu, Arabic, Farsi, and Mandarin
Things to Know Before you Go
Currency Used:
United Stated Dollar- USD
Main Methods of Payment:
All major credit cards are accepted.
*many vendors also accept payment apps like Venmo, Zelle, and CashApp
Sales Tax/ GST:
8.25%
General Climate:
Hot and Humid during the summer. Rainy during April and May. Cold and wet winters.
Getting Around the City:
Its best to have your own car since the public transportation is very limited and not always the safest. Rideshare options are available but can become expensive.
Electronic Appliance Support:
110-120-volt electricity is generated at 60 Hz (60 cycles per second) alternating current.
Safety:
Houston in general is a relatively safe place to visit. The spots most tourist frequent are well managed, clean, and safe. You should be careful walking in downtown at night. As is true with cities around the world, there are some areas that are not as safe and you should be aware of your surroundings.
Cultural Norms:
Everything really IS bigger in Texas. Be prepared for huge food portions and some delicious Tex-Mex, yumm. The people are friendly and there is a lot of diversity. Traffic has become a concern in the recent years due to the increase in migration so have patience. Plan your trip so you can enjoy the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Have some fried cheesecake, Oreos, snickers, or if your feeling adventurous. fried butter.