Alief Travel Guide
Houston
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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to 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.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
Things to do
Art of Candle-making in Houston Texas
The Escape Game Houston: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at City Centre
Houston City Tour 2.5-hour Van Tour
The Escape Game Houston: 60-Minute Adventures at The Galleria
Top hotels in Alief
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Parking awful
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Rooms were clean, staff was friendly and helpful, fitness room ha a pretty good amount of machines and free weights. The complimentary cookies were delicious!
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Valet and bottled water were excessive in cost. Will not be back.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Blossom Hotel is absolutely amazing. The staff was friendly, the room was gorgeous and the lobby is beautiful. Every area of the hotel was clean. The breakfast was delicious. I stayed for one night and hated that my stay couldn’t be longer. I will definitely stay at The Blossom when I am in Houston ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Clean room. Great location.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Nice outdoor area, great staff!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alief
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby
Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Highland Village and Richmond Avenue while you're in town.
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.
South Main
While you're in South Main, take in top sights like NRG Park and jump on the metro at Fannin South Station to see more of the city.
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.
