Gulfton Travel Guide
Houston
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices 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.
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
H- Town 3rd Ward Tour with 15ft Party Truck
Top hotels in Gulfton
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The staff was excellent
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Houston Downtown by IHG
The coffee machine was broke
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Perfect
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The best hotel in this area.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Good handicapped room, with space but needs bars to hold onto in shower, toilet has a bar but shower does not. Like the Nespresso machine in the room.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
The Whitehall Houston
Great stay.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gulfton
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, Houston Country Club and Uptown Park are top sights worth seeing.
River Oaks
Gardens and monuments are just a few things travellers like about River Oaks. A stop by River Oaks Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Memorial
Memorial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Memorial City Mall or Town and Country Village.
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
While visiting Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, you might make a stop by sights like Houston Arboretum and Nature Center and Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course.
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.
