University Place Travel Guide
Houston
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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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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 entertainment choices 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 fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
Reckling Park
Catch an event at Reckling Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Top hotels in University Place
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
"Nice lobby staff breakfast are so good and the atmosphere was so cool and the bar"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
"Everyone was welcoming and provided us with great information regarding transport around the city. The restaurant food was delicious and our room was incredibly clean. Absolutely would return."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
"Would like hot water provided by front dessert for morning coffee. I bring my own coffee but need hot water only."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
"This hotel is marketed as upscale and luxurious, but my experience was quite the opposite. After arriving late in the evening, around 11:45 PM, I was disappointed to find a room that felt extremely dated and in need of significant renovation. The furnishings and overall condition of the room gave ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
"The air conditioning went out and was not able to move to another room"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Marriott Marquis Houston
"Great staff!"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in University Place
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.
The Galleria
Travellers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by The Galleria and Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.
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.
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.
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.
