NRG Stadium Travel Guide

Home of the Houston Texans

Last Updated: March 30, 2026

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NRG Parkway

Houston, TX 77054 USA

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Seating Capacity: Football: 72220

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About NRG Stadium

Originally known as Reliant Stadium, this stadium opened in 2002 once the new franchise moved into Houston. Located right next door to the legendary Astrodome, it has been the home of multiple Super Bowl events and the NCAA Final Four tournament.

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Tour Info

A variety of tour options are available. Please visit for tour information.

Fan Tips

NRG Stadium provides a modern, climate-controlled environment for Houston Texans games, combining a retractable roof with a large-scale NFL atmosphere.

Located in the NRG Park complex, the stadium is primarily accessed by car, rideshare, and METRORail service.

The seating bowl offers wide sightlines, with a design that accommodates large crowds comfortably.

Concessions include traditional stadium fare along with Texas-inspired options.

Tailgating plays a major role in the game-day experience, with expansive parking lots surrounding the venue.

Security Screenings

All guests are subject to a screening using a wand upon entry.

Bag Policy

Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12." (Official NFL team logo clear plastic tote bags will be available through club merchandise outlets)One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)Small clutch bags, 4.5" x 6.5", with or without a handle or strap can be taken into the stadium with one of the clear plastic bags.

Note: Bag and security policies listed above are for typical sporting events. Special events, concerts, and other situations may result in variations. Please check the event website for any changes.

Getting to NRG Stadium

Public Transit: To plan your trip visit Houston METRO. METRORail's red line can get you to the stadium from the very north tip of the red line in under an hour.

Rideshare: It appears drop-off and pick-up are outside of Gate 2 at Fannie and McNee.

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Closest Major Airport: George Bush Intercontental Airport (IAH)

Parking & Transportation

Parking Options

Over 16 parking lots are available directly on the property of NRG Park. You may have a bit of a walk depending on which lot you pick...

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Bus Service

To plan your trip visit Houston METRO.

Rail Service

METRORail's red line can get you to the stadium from the very north tip of the red line in under an hour.

Taxi & Rideshare Service

It appears drop-off and pick-up are outside of Gate 2 at Fannie and McNee.

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Sherita S.

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My friend group attended the Rodeo on a Friday. The security check was operated at the best capacity this year, which made entering the carnival easily...

Posted On: 2026-03-07 16:35:53

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Javier B.

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Recently attended the Monster Jam with my kids over the weekend and the show itself was great. The staff is also generally nice when I attend events at NRG....

Posted On: 2026-02-09 11:53:04

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Lunden D.

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49ers VS Texans! Bang Bang Niner gang!!!! I'm faithful to the Bay! NRG is a pretty nice stadium that is very big and spacious. I should have been...

Posted On: 2025-11-30 15:10:46

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