Central Southwest Travel Guide
Houston
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Popular places to visit
NRG Stadium
Catch an event at NRG Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention centre in Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
NASA Johnson Space Center
After visiting NASA Johnson Space Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
MD Anderson Cancer Center
If MD Anderson Cancer Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Downtown Aquarium All Day Pass
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Official Houston City Tour
Top hotels in Central Southwest
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
I had a great time the place was clean and the balcony was pretty
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Yes excellent service
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staff friendly, hotel clean, quiet area. Would book again if in Houston
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Breakfast is really good. It’s not the standard buffet fare, you actually get to order a proper main from the restaurant menu. I had a croissant breakfast sandwich one day and avocado toast the other. They will also wrap up breakfast to go if you are headed off. The bed was super comfortable. The ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Very clean and lived up to sonesta standards
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Great place!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Southwest
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Astrodome, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
Texas Medical Center
Well liked for its restaurants, museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Texas Medical Center. Attractions like Houston Zoo are a major draw, and you can hop on the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to see more of the city.
Southeast Houston
While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Houston Zoo or Houston Natural Science Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.
Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. Top attractions like Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.
The Galleria
Travellers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Children's Museum of Houston or Houston Natural Science Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
