South Central Houston Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
University of Houston
Walk around the campus of University of Houston, a top university in Houston. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Houston Zoo
Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Houston Museum of Fine Arts
Architecturally stunning and filled with pieces by renowned artists of the world, this museum is a must-see for art lovers.
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 fascinating museums and great live music.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
90s R&B Party Bike Tour through Downtown Houston
Houston: Brunch & Beats - Hip-Hop Party Bike Brunch Tour
Top hotels in South Central Houston
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around South Central Houston
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Continental Club and Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
Houston Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Houston Museum District. Top attractions like Houston Zoo and Children's Museum of Houston are major draws, and you can catch the metro at M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
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.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Houston Center for Photography while you're exploring the area.
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 Travel Guide
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