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Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern

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The Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern is a former drinking water reservoir built in 1926 for the City of Houston and is now open for historical tours.

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Feb 15, 2025
Wonderful experience in the heart of Houston. Being a native Houstonian, it is fabulous that this 100 year old structure is being utilized and not demolished as so many places have been. Several diff…Full review by theboysmomma
Dec 21, 2024
Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. The cistern was so interesting, made even more so by Adriana's presentation! She also sings beautifully!Full review by Susan B
Aug 11, 2024
It is really amazing down below. The water gives the illusion of being really deep but it is only 10 inches. They have a light art installation there at the moment. It is worth the show. If you have …Full review by ZincPenny
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What is the temperature inside the Cistern? Thank you.
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Pleasantly cool inside. The waiting line is outside in the weather so can be hot depending on the day. Also, be aware that inside is also dim and damp although the path is wide and there …
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Pleasantly cool inside. The waiting line is outside in the weather so can be hot depending on the day. Also, be aware that inside is also dim and damp although the path is wide and there is lighting. A group of seniors was on my tour and did fine but pay attention.
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