The building served as the main Houston post office from 1962 until 2014.
The rooftop park is one of the largest climate-resilient rooftop parks in the world.
The interior food hall features a massive grand staircase designed to serve as both seating and an architectural centerpiece.
Architects repurposed the original massive mail-sorting logistics ramps into pedestrian walkways.
The rooftop landscape includes its own orchard and a farm designed to supply ingredients for onsite vendors.
The facility contains a dedicated concert venue called 713 Music Hall located within the structure.
The project preserved original postal service signage and interior murals during the renovation process.
POST Houston is a massive mixed-use redevelopment housed within the former central headquarters of the U.S. Postal Service. The site features Skylawn, a five-acre rooftop park that offers panoramic views of the Downtown Houston skyline. Inside, the main hall functions as a sprawling food collective and cultural venue. The building retains its industrial heritage through exposed concrete, high ceilings, and original post-sorting architectural remnants. It serves as a hub for art installations, workspace, and retail, connecting directly to the Buffalo Bayou trail system. The design integrates a unique structural skylight system that illuminates the interior food hall. The facility spans over 550,000 square feet, facilitating large-scale public and private events.
The highest point of the rooftop park overlooking the downtown Houston skyscraper cluster.
Check the event calendar online before visiting, as the site frequently hosts private ticketed events that may limit access to specific areas.
Plan your visit to coincide with sunset to witness the downtown skyline transition from day to night from the roof.
Utilize the direct pedestrian access point if you are already exploring the Buffalo Bayou park trails.
Do not attempt to access restricted event zones or private co-working office areas without proper authorization.
Casual attire is appropriate; comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to the vast size of the facility and the rooftop park.
