River Oaks Travel Guide
Houston
Visit River Oaks
Popular places to visit
NRG Stadium
Catch an event at NRG Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the 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 acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices 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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene 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: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Top hotels in River Oaks
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
"You didn't experience the breakfast"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
"Hotel is beautiful. Room was huge with balcony. Bathroom was clean and big too. Pool area is very attractive. Restaurant which we love provides good food and cocktails. Was nice stay. Thanks we are always love to stay in Zaza hotel."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
"Rooms needed like painting, mattress was hard and squeaky. No fridge or microwave in room, my clock did not work. I did ask for a room change as the walls were scuffed and dirty, smelled and window was very to another building. Staff was very accommodating and changed my room!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Whitehall Houston
"great area staff was very friendly and nice"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Amazing service"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
"Great Staff clean rooms"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Oaks
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.
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 Williams Tower.
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
