Southeast Houston Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Houston Zoo
Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.
University of Houston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Houston during your travels in Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
Texas Southern University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Texas Southern University during your travels in Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Hermann Park
This expansive green space in the heart of the city offers places for exercising and relaxing, as well as a zoo and the Museum of Natural Science.
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.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Official Houston City Tour
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Southeast Houston
Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
Very clean and spacious room. Amazing hotel staff.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
Excellent service. Probably the best I’ve experience in any hotel in the past couple of years. The staff was going above and beyond to make the stay enjoyable!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport
Great stay overall! I would recommend it.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Studio 6 Houston, TX – Pearland/Medical Center
Traveled with my family of three and had a great stay overall. The property was very nice, and the bedding was clean and comfortable. We didn’t have any major issues with the room just a few outlets that weren’t working but nothing that impacted our stay. The front desk staff was friendly and made ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl
Room waa decently clean. Stained wash rags, the ceiling in the shower appeared to be molded. In the hallway there was a hole in the wall that was tacked with a towel to semi cover it.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
We were there for my wife’s annual cardiology check up. We ran into a problem that resulted in her hospitalization and an unplanned extension. I contacted the staff and they were very supportive and proactive in setting an additional stay at reasonable rates.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Houston
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
