The exits can be confusing, so study the map carefully ahead of time. During rush hour, traffic downtown and in the Galleria area is heavy. Be aware that if it begins to rain hard, streets can flood very quickly. Houston has plenty of free parking near most restaurants and sights. The Astrodome and AstroWorld have paid parking, with shuttle buses.
Downtown there s well-lit parking in garages convenient to the Theater District.
Tow trucks in the area are notoriously quick to make off with illegally parked cars, especially at night when the fountain is beautifully lit. BY AIR George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in north Houston, about 45 minutes from downtown during normal traffic conditions. William P. Hobby Airport is in south Houston, about a half-hour s drive during normal traffic conditions. Intercontinental Airport offers direct flights to many international destinations and serves most carriers. Airlines servicing Hobby are Southwest, American, Air Trans, Delta and Northwest.