Lawndale/ Wayside Travel Guide
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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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

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.

Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals 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.

Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Things to do

Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Official Houston City Tour
Top hotels in Lawndale/ Wayside

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Elevator wait time was a little lengthy at times Restaurant had great food, somewhat overpriced Breakfast was good, not enough clean tables at times Cookies were great Snacks in grab and go store area was overpriced Rooms were very spacious and city views were nice
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
You can tell it’s a “historic” hotel. Don’t expect to be wowed by the ambiance. The Lobby is nice, but the rooms leave you wanting.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

The Whitehall Houston
Breakfast was made to order and fast. Bartenders fun and easy to talk to.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The bar needs to be open longer
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Loved the location, the amenities (pool, gym, patio with bar), and the room. Staff is friendly. The breakfast buffet is mid, but I assume the actual menu items taste better. I would definitely recommend and stay here again. Parking in the garage was $20 a day.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
The staff was
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Lawndale/ Wayside

Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives or Fertitta Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.

East Downtown Houston
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about East Downtown Houston. Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the larger area.

South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Continental Club 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.

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 Downtown Transit Center Station.

Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Continental Club and Houston Fire Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.

Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
