Southside Place Travel Guide
Houston
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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.
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.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices 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 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.
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.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Southside Place
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
"The staff was excellent and perfectly attentive to any and all needs. The property is not kept up well though. The hinges on doors in the bathroom are rusted. The toilet is sized for a toddler. The amenities are very outdated. You can’t even stream on the tv’s. The towels are not adult size."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
"I loved my week long stay at Club Quarters in downtown Houston. Sadly the awesome coffee machine in the lobby was broken for 6 of the days of my stay. The lobby was lovely and inviting. My room had a little kitchenette and was very comfortable. The location was great and the in house restaurant was ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
"All of the staff were helpful and kind. The afternoon treats in the lobby in the afternoon and butler pantry on each floor in the morning were a nice touch. Complimentary shuttle was very convenient. Enjoyed the massage and facial at the massage, but the spa itself is fairly small. Hotel itself is ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Whitehall Houston
"This was a nice hotel, not to far from where we were going and the staff was very friendly. Bed was a little smaller then I thought, but overall a nice hotel. I would definitely stay there again, if I needed a hotel in the downtown area."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Great experience"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Grand Tuscany Hotel
"Everything was great from start to finish"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside Place
Texas Medical Center
Well liked for its restaurants, museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Texas Medical Center. Attractions like Houston Zoo are a major draw, and you can hop on the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to see more of the city.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
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.
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.
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.
