Managers Special

`I want to appreciate our staff for their teamwork and positive attitude. They handle customers with patience, keep the place neat, and always support each other. Proud to work with such a committed team.`

Marna was an amazing tour guide, highly recommend the managers special. We will be booking the brewery tour with her this trip as well!

Our guide made it sure for our family to understand the comments in english by speaking slowly. Even our 13 year old son got everything. The comments are accusate. We learned about symbols in street art. No doubt our guide had an experience about teaching and fitting to our public. The drive was really safe as well. Thanks

As recent transplants to Houston, we were eager to showcase our new city to visiting friends and family. Naturally, we began with the iconic red double-decker tour bus we'd seen weaving through downtown. Unfortunately, after two underwhelming experiences with guides who recited historical facts with all the passion of a DMV clerk on their third double shift, we were left convinced that Houston might be fascinating… if only someone could tell its story properly…. So, the next time we were hosting a crew, we booked JoyRide Houston instead, and suddenly our hometown had a twang, a swagger, and a whole lot of sparkle! JoyRide delivers open-air, wind-in-your-hair adventures aboard electric golf carts, led by storytellers whose charisma and comedic timing is matched only by their knowledge. The tours are intentionally small (limited by the size of the golf carts) which means each experience is personal, flexible, and interactive. From timely photo stops to in-depth questions, we were treated as honorary guests, not a headcount. To date, we have taken three of their signature experiences, and each one exceeded expectation: • Houston Sightseeing Tour We cruised through the city’s historic, theater, business, courthouse, and sports districts while our guide painted vivid pictures of Houston’s past and present. From early founders and presidential visits to architectural marvels and sports legends, every story was rich with detail and energy. • Mural and Instagram Tour Far more than a photo-op, this tour offers a deep dive into Houston’s internationally acclaimed street art. Our guide provided context on the artists, their techniques, and the cultural significance of each piece, even highlighting hidden symbols and "Easter eggs" we’d have missed entirely without her insight. She knew the scene intimately, some of the artists personally, and it showed. • Brewery Tour A lively, flavorful celebration of Houston’s craft beer scene. We laughed, we learned, and we drank fantastic local brews alongside total strangers who quickly felt like old friends. By the end of the night, we were buzzing with camaraderie, stories…and maybe one too many 7.2% IPAs. If Houston had an official ambassador, historian, and comedian wrapped into one unforgettable personality, it would be one of our favorite JoyRide guides, Marna. Her encyclopedic knowledge of Houston, effortless humor, and masterful storytelling transform each tour into something truly memorable. Marna didn’t just share facts, she introduced us to the soul of the city: its characters, its context, its hidden gems, and even the best barbecue joint within two blocks of the coldest beer! Based on our experiences with JoyRide Houston, they aren’t just a tour company -- it’s a revival of your sense of wonder and connection to place. I highly recommend JoyRide and any of their tours if you’re a visitor, a new resident, or Houston has been your home for decades… because they will connect you to the spirit that earned H-town it’s grit, grace, and legacy.

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I really feel like we got to see a lot of the city and also there was not really any down time moments. Marna was a fantastic guide and a pleasure to ride with.

I strongly advise against booking the Private 3-in-1 Sightseeing, Brewery, and Mural Tour of Houston by Cart. It was an absolute ripoff at $115 per person for a "non-refundable" tour that was supposed to last 3 hours but ended abruptly in just 1 hour. The itinerary was extremely misleading. We spent 3 minutes looking at a "chocolate village" in the Hilton Americas hotel lobby, which hardly qualifies as a proper sightseeing stop. Despite advertising a mural-focused tour, we only saw about 18 murals in downtown—not even the iconic Houston mural wall. It felt rushed and unorganized. We specifically requested not to include the brewery portion, yet the alternative stops were poorly planned, and nothing substantial was offered in place of that. The driver and lead guides, Robbie and Marna, seemed pleasant but provided very little insight or context during the stops. Here's the actual itinerary: 20 minutes at Houston 10 minutes at One Market Square 5 minutes at Buffalo Bayou Park Brief pass-by landmarks like the Downtown Historic District Market Square, Aquarium, Discovery Green, and more. The advertised highlights—Minute Maid Park, Toyota Center, and others—were simply drive-bys with no actual stops. The experience felt incomplete and poorly executed, leaving us feeling cheated. I cannot recommend this tour to anyone. Save your money and explore Houston on your own—you’ll get far more value and a better experience.

Guide was friendly and welcoming Was early for pick up too. Knowledgeable about everything re city tour and was happy for us to ask questions. Plenty of stops and opportunities to take photos. Last stop was at platypus brewery. Beers selection was great and tasted yummy. Good experience

We utilized their transportation services to get from George Bush International to Galveston, from Galveston to Houston and from Houston back to George Bush International. Also made use of their Galveston tour and the Houston Manager’s Special VIP tour. Their knowledge of the areas and suggestions for activities helped calm my pre trip nerves before we arrived.

The mural's were really cool to see - would have liked to see more of the city. The city has so much to offer. Discovery Green is a cool area.

My sorority sisters and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Our guides were very informed, professional, friendly and personable. The art work we saw was absolutely beautiful and inspiring and the place where we chose to have drinks was adorable. Highly recommend!

Absolute rip off. The driver refused to introduce himself and refused to stop so we could take photos. The driver took us to 2 local breweries which were closed. Driver hadn’t bothered to check opening times. Driver also did not offer to take us to any of the other 13 breweries in town. Tour started at 12.40 and we were back in our room by 13.45 totally dismayed and disgusted with the tour. The company is run by complete amateurs.Stay away. Absolute rip off.

Our tour guide, Sarah, was the best! She was a great wealth of knowledge and had many stories to tell about Houston. She showed us amazing places to go and things to do after the tour. The tour was a good way to explore the city. Definitely recommend doing this tour!

Great driver, very much fun experience. Highly recommend! Allowed ample time for pictures. Thanks our driver for taking such good care of us.

Sarah, our guide, was knowledgeable, had a good sense of humor, and kept the tour lively and fun. We got a great overview of the downtown area.

We did the private tour, and our driver, Larry, was very informative. We went through downtown and midtown. Plus we stopped at the local brewery. We were able to stop at a few sites and take pictures. The driver was polite and even provided us with activities and events to check out.

I took my office (12 women total) on this private tour. It was in a smelly, rental van that we could hardly see out of. At the end, they allowed most of our group to transfer to the actual, fun “open air” vehicles as advertised. Those of us who stayed in the van didn’t get a guide. It was terrible. Also, the tour guide took over 100 pictures (literally); Two of which were good. We spent most of our time posing in dirty areas of Houston when we weren’t in the stinky van.

Great introduction to the city— Robbie was very informative and helpful! He even set up a ride to our conference the next day for us!

Mr. Larry was our guide and he was really knowledgeable and entertaining. We did a wine tasting and we went to a really nice place. I’m happy we were able to do this trip before heading home.

Sarah and all her facts and jokes. We’re the best and she knew everybody so we had a blast. As well as we got to see plenty of murals and have a few brews.

All of it. Fantastic guide and fantastic experience. We visited alot of interesting places and learnt a lot of historical facts.

We truly enjoyed this tour around downtown Houston. Our guide was very knowledgeable. We drove in a golf cart - which was super cool. After the tour, the guide dropped us off at Post Houston - where we enjoyed sumptuous food, the rooftop experience and a Mexican art gallery.