Houston Central Business District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Discovery Green
There’s much to do at this bustling downtown park, but it’s also a great place to come and do nothing at all.
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.
Houston JPMorgan Chase Tower
Houston JPMorgan Chase Tower is just one of the places to see in Houston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Tranquility Park
Tranquility Park is just one of the places to see in Houston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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 Houston Central Business District
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Wonderful experience great staff
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
The Whitehall Houston
Great hotel and friendly staff
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hilton Americas-Houston
Beautiful amenities, excellent service and good staff
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Houston Downtown by IHG
Pros: convenient location, plenty of surface parking nearby, housekeeping service daily. Cons: restaurant closed, general musty smell in common areas, lackluster shower water pressure.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Cambria Hotel Houston Downtown Convention Center
The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staff was great. The room could use a few upgrades like a desk and microwave. Spent way too much money not to have those. Also would recommend something different for the shower instead of the half shower glass.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Houston Central Business District
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Jesse H. Jones Hall to Houston City Hall – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
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.
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.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Houston Center for Photography while you're exploring the area.
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.
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
While visiting Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course and Houston Arboretum and Nature Center.
