University Place Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Main Street Theater - Rice Village
You can get tickets for a performance at Main Street Theater - Rice Village on your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Houston Contemporary Arts Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Houston Contemporary Arts Museum in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Rice Stadium
Catch an event at Rice Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape
Enjoy an outing to James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape during your stay in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Cullen Sculpture Garden
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cullen Sculpture Garden in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Things to do
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in University Place
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Staff members are excellent.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Top Tier visit. Enjoyed the stay everyone who helped was very nice. Loved the view we had. An overall 10/10 experience. Cant wait for my next visit.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
It was great stying at this place with my wife and our baby. The staff were supportive and helpful. Also the location was very good near by everything you need.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Everything was very clean
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Thoughtfully designed property with perks like complimentary shuttle to/from the hotel in 3 mile radius, proximity to great museums, and little amenities like chocolates or prosecco in the room for Valentine’s Day. :)
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Whitehall Houston
It was a nice area not far from Midtown. Bed was comfortable
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University Place
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.
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.
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.
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.
River Oaks
Gardens and monuments are just a few things travellers like about River Oaks. A stop by River Oaks Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Houston Fire Museum 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.
