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 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
Color Factory Houston Ticket
Uptown-Galleria: NASA Space Center Ticket & Transport
The Escape Game Houston: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at City Centre
Ticket for Magic Show Theater in Houston
Art of Candle-making in Houston Texas
Top hotels in Alief
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Clean room
Reviewed on 23 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 Alief
Westchase
Visitors highly recommend Westchase for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Royal Oaks Village while you're in town.
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park 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 Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.
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.
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.
