Greater Third Ward Travel Guide
Houston
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Popular places to visit
Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives in Houston.
TDECU Stadium
Catch an event at TDECU Stadium during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
2209 Dowling Street
You can find out about the history of Houston with a visit to 2209 Dowling Street.
Eldorado Ballroom
You can find out about the history of Houston with a trip to Eldorado Ballroom.
Conrad Hilton Archives
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Conrad Hilton Archives during your travels in Houston. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Greater Third Ward
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
They have nice accommodations, the rooms were clean, tastefully done, white bed cover, and the hotel food is actually excellent. The bartender Jonay is an amazing bartender and remembered me. She ordered my Jambalaya as I put my things in my room. Location is perfect to amazing restaurants in ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
This was such a wonderful experience from the booking, checkin, ambiance, the staff, and the peaceful rest that I received. I will definitely share with friends and plan to return.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Clean room , coffee machine didn’t work , when I asked for in house breakfast I was told to call back 30 min later. No biggie. Beautiful property, lovely staff. Will come back if I’m that way again
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staff was super friendly and helpful and the valet drivers were so nice and accommodating. I loved that the hotel wasn’t in a super busy area or on a high traffic road. Clean room, entire hotel was immaculate. The gym was fully equipped with treads, bikes and weights. I loved the bar/lounge area. ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Heritage Place Houston Brookhollow
Room was quiet and clean. Staff were pleasant. Nothing bad to say. Great price.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Great place to stay for work meetings. Close to where I need to be. Great place to stay.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Greater Third Ward
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Children's Museum of Houston or Houston Natural Science Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
