Southwest Houston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hermann Park which includes a park and landscape views
Hermann Park which includes a park, a statue or sculpture and a monument
Houston Zoo
Hermann Park showing a pond and a park
Houston Zoo

Where to stay in Southwest Houston

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The Galleria

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

The Galleria
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Uptown

5/5(2 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Uptown is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Galleria and Williams Tower.

Uptown
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Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lakewood Church and Highland Village while you're in town.

Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby
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West University Place

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit West University Place. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Lakewood Church and Main Street Theater - Rice Village, a few notable attractions nearby.

West University Place
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South Main

While you're in South Main, take in top sights like NRG Park and jump on the metro at Fannin South Station to see more of the city.

South Main
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Braeswood Place

When in Braeswood Place, you can plan a visit to NRG Stadium and NRG Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Braeswood Place
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

4 out of 5
5353 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX
The price is Rp1.760.194 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
Rp1.760.194
Rp2.073.915 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,359 reviews)
"The digital key never works"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

4.5 out of 5
6633 Travis St, Houston, TX
The price is Rp1.496.132 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp1.496.132
Rp1.769.360 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,509 reviews)
"Disappointed there was only 1 elevator working for everyone staying"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Blossom Hotel Houston

Blossom Hotel Houston

4 out of 5
7118 Bertner Ave, Houston, TX
The price is Rp2.591.776 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
Rp2.591.776
Rp3.032.377 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,464 reviews)
Worth it
"Room was outstanding. Did not eat there but bar staff were great along with lobby staff"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Blossom Hotel Houston
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Hotel Ylem

Hotel Ylem

3.5 out of 5
8080 S Main St, Houston, TX
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,228 reviews)
"This hotel has a funky, original vibe without an "original" price. It's extremely affordable, with three big "FREEs"--free breakfast, free parking, and free WiFi. It has extremely clean and spacious rooms with sleek total bathroom remodels. The front desk staff are much friendlier than you usually ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Hotel Ylem
The Reside

The Reside

3 out of 5
7755 Main Street, Houston, TX
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions NRG Stadium and Houston Zoo are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (230 reviews)
"Erica is a great host. Very friendly and accommodating. Responds quickly and will to help."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

The Reside
Locale Medical Center - Houston

Locale Medical Center - Houston

4 out of 5
1911 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Houston Zoo and NRG Stadium are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (275 reviews)
"Walkable to MDA! Nice amenities. Would stay here again!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Locale Medical Center - Houston
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Popular places to visit

Houston Zoo

Houston Zoo

Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.

Houston Zoo
NRG Park

NRG Park

After visiting NRG Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

NRG Park
NRG Center

NRG Center

Learn about the events happening in NRG Center during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

NRG Center
Houston Natural Science Museum

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 theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Houston Natural Science Museum
Greenway Plaza

Greenway Plaza

After visiting Greenway Plaza, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Visit the shops in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Greenway Plaza
The Galleria

The Galleria

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at The Galleria during your stay in Houston. While in this vibrant area, find time to visit its shops.

The Galleria

Things to do

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Rp198.156
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Color Factory Houston Ticket

Color Factory Houston Ticket

Rp478.877
per adult
Color Factory Houston Ticket
Cosmic Crisis

The Escape Game Houston: 60-Minute Adventures at The Galleria

Rp714.848
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game Houston: 60-Minute Adventures at The Galleria
Downtown

Downtown Houston Food Tour

Rp1.321.040
per adult
Downtown Houston Food Tour
Houston: Brunch & Beats - Hip-Hop Party Bike Brunch Tour

Houston: Brunch & Beats - Hip-Hop Party Bike Brunch Tour

Rp1.072.354
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston: Brunch & Beats - Hip-Hop Party Bike Brunch Tour
H- Town 3rd Ward Tour with 15ft Party Truck

H- Town 3rd Ward Tour with 15ft Party Truck

Rp759.433
per adult
H- Town 3rd Ward Tour with 15ft Party Truck
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