Houston achieved back-to-back championships in 1994 and 1995, and following the real signing of Yao Ming in 2002, the team genuinely gained explosive popularity across Asia (especially China) — a legacy that still means Rockets games draw comparatively strong Asian-market interest today.
📍 Getting There
Toyota Center · 1510 Polk St, Houston, TX 77002
Tap the button below to see transit, walking, and driving directions from your current location to the stadium, via Google Maps.
💡 Insider Tips
🚌 Getting Around
Central Station Rusk (light rail) is a 6-minute walk, and you can also book a shuttle via the METRO On Demand app (downtown Community Connector, weekdays 7am–7pm).
🏨 Lodging
Hilton Americas-Houston, Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Downtown, and Tru by Hilton Houston Downtown are all within a 3–5 minute walk.
🎟️ Tickets
Ticketmaster is the official marketplace, with AXS also used for events like the playoffs. 2025-26 season average attendance is close to the arena’s 18,500 capacity, though not fully sold out.
🗺️ City Pass Bundling
Game tickets aren’t included in the Houston CityPASS.
💡 Insider Tips
Bags must be under 14x14x6 inches, backpacks are banned entirely, and there’s no re-entry. Sections 107 and 120 at center court are prime seats, and section 422 is dedicated to mascot Clutch.