East Downtown Houston Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Shell Energy Stadium
Catch an event at Shell Energy Stadium during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention centre in Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
NASA Johnson Space Center
After visiting NASA Johnson Space Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center
Top hotels in East Downtown Houston
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Everything
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Very good location, the complementary coffe machine in the lobby was very nice. The room is clean and convenient
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
The hotel was great and convenient. Easy check in an check out. Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
The Whitehall Houston
Staff was extremely attentive
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Spotless, quiet, comfortable and amazing city views!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Excellent customer service from front desk host, Devin. Beautiful hotel, however I would recommend an upgrade to the rooms due to carpet stains, no full length mirrors, and resurfacing needs in the bathroom. The air conditioner was also not working to full capacity which left the room very ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around East Downtown Houston
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.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Continental Club or Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston and Continental Club are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
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.
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 M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District 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.
