Greater Third Ward Travel Guide
Houston
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Popular places to visit
TDECU Stadium
Catch an event at TDECU Stadium during your trip to Houston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives in Houston.
2209 Dowling Street
You can find out about the history of Houston with a visit to 2209 Dowling Street.
Eldorado Ballroom
You can find out about the history of Houston with a trip to Eldorado Ballroom.
Conrad Hilton Archives
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Conrad Hilton Archives during your travels in Houston. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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 Greater Third Ward
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Good place stay at
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Very centrally located. Loved the 24/7 coffee machine in lobby
Reviewed on 6 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
Sadly, this hotel is not aging well, nor keeping it’s once good standards. The bathroom toilet was dirty upon check-in. Bath towels were dirty, in-room menu falling apart, carpet heavily stained,etc. The mandatory valet parking for $50 per night is absolutely ridiculous. It’s pretty obvious that ...
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Greater Third Ward
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
