Museum District Travel Guide
Houston
Visit Museum District
Popular places to visit
Houston Natural Science Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Children's Museum of Houston
You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Houston during your travels to Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Buffalo Soldiers National Museum in Houston. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Cockrell Butterfly Center
Why not meet the animals who call Cockrell Butterfly Center home during your holiday in Houston? Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Health Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Health Museum during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event.
HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center
If HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Museum District
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
We stayed in a suite that was very roomy. It had a full kitchen and a living room with a pull out sofa and a seperate bedroom. The room was clean and the hotel was conveniently located near everything; shops, restaurants, all within walking distance. The valets were very friendly and helpful. The ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Very good location, the complementary coffe machine in the lobby was very nice. The room is clean and convenient
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Species rooms, comfortable beds. Extra half bathroom is convenient.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Whitehall Houston
We loved our stay at the Whitehall. Everyone was very warm and welcoming especially Shirley at check-in and Josh and John at check-out. The room was very comfortable. We had dinner and breakfast at the onsite restaurant and enjoyed both meals. We will definitely stay there again on our next visit ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The hotel was wonderful. Excellent rooms and the lobby is stunning. Amazing staff; whether it’s the front desk or the valet crew, everyone was so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
All the above, was on point
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum District
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.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston or Children's Museum of Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston and Continental Club are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
Houston Central Business District
If you're spending time in Houston Central Business District, check out sights like Toyota Center or House of Blues Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bell Station or Main Street Square Station.
