River Oaks Travel Guide
Houston
Visit River Oaks
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.
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
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Top hotels in River Oaks
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Good place stay at
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Fresh clean fillable water bottles and the valet staff.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Friendly staff, fast check in, spacious rooms. The included breakfast was really good and until late. Didn't love that there's no self parking, but overall a good stay.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Clean room and areas
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
The staff was wonderful.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Property felt old and a bit dirty, and TVs did not work throughout the hotel, although the staff did apologize for that and gave a $50 credit which was appreciated.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Oaks
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
While visiting Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course and Houston Arboretum and Nature Center.
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.
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. Top attractions like Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.
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.
