University Place Travel Guide
Houston
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Popular places to visit
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center
Top hotels in University Place
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
The property was wonderful, but the staff was Exemplary. I spent about 10-12 days here on different reservations and Seymour, at the front desk, was very helpful and attentive to all of my needs. Thank you Seymour!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
A
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Perfect as always!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Great stay. Clean room and great staff
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Clean & nice
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Everything was amazing at this hotel! Staff super friendly and helpful the place was very clean and the beds super comfy! Loved the location too
Reviewed on 5 Jan 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 M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District 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, 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.
