Greater East End Travel Guide
Houston
Visit Greater East End
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 great live music and lively festivals 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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Things to do
Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Greater East End
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Perfect as always!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Great stay. Clean room and great staff
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
The property was wonderful, but the staff was Exemplary. I spent about 10-12 days here on different reservations and Seymour, at the front desk, was very helpful and attentive to all of my needs. Thank you Seymour!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Clean & nice
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Everything was amazing at this hotel! Staff super friendly and helpful the place was very clean and the beds super comfy! Loved the location too
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Great location.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Greater East End
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
Southeast Houston
While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Houston Zoo or Houston Natural Science Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.
