University Place Travel Guide
Houston
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Popular places to visit
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Main Street Theater - Rice Village
You can get tickets for a performance at Main Street Theater - Rice Village on your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Houston Contemporary Arts Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Houston Contemporary Arts Museum in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
Rice Stadium
Catch an event at Rice Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape
Enjoy an outing to James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape during your stay in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event.
Cullen Sculpture Garden
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cullen Sculpture Garden in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission 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
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Top hotels in University Place
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Good stay for price and location. The room was fairly clean except shower, which was an easy fix. AC worked well and was turned on for check in. The staff were excellent.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Excellent Hotel! Great price and beautiful and clean , 5 star hotel
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The lobby smelt like weed and there was one person working the desk during check in with a long line of people waiting. The breakfast wasn't free like we were told. The Valet regularly blocked out ability to get into the parking garage.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Club Quarters is hands down the best
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
The Whitehall Houston
We stayed a total of 4 nights. Was told we’d get house keeping
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Advertising says THREE restaurants, there is only ONE. The original restaurant closed after 3 months. Coffee bar in the lobby has minimal options.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University 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.
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.
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.
River Oaks
Gardens and monuments are just a few things travellers like about River Oaks. A stop by River Oaks Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Continental Club and Houston Fire Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
