University Place Travel Guide

Houston

A large brick building with a central archway, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.
A statue of William Marsh Rice with a plaque, set in a landscaped area with a building in the background.
A golden crown with intricate designs and jewels.
A detailed stone sarcophagus with carvings of warriors and horses.
An art gallery with wooden floors and walls, featuring several framed paintings.

Stay near popular University Place attractions

A large historic building with a red roof and arched windows, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear blue sky.

Rice University

8.6/10 (1,772 reviews)
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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Things to do

Houston CityPASS: Admission to Top 5 Houston Attractions

Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

฿2,689
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

฿982
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

฿394
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center

Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket

฿492
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

฿722
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
The Official Houston City Tour

NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets

฿3,245
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
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Top hotels in University Place

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

4.5 out of 5
6633 Travis St Houston TX
The price is ฿3,496 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿3,496
฿4,129 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,146 reviews)
"Staff was very kind and helpful"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
InterContinental Houston by IHG

InterContinental Houston by IHG

4 out of 5
6750 Main St Houston TX
The price is ฿5,652 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
฿5,652
฿7,273 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
InterContinental Houston by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

4 out of 5
5353 Westheimer Rd Houston TX
The price is ฿3,873 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,873
฿4,563 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
The price is ฿8,653 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿8,653
฿11,430 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street Houston TX
The price is ฿3,090 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿3,090
฿3,615 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
The Whitehall Houston

The Whitehall Houston

4 out of 5
1700 Smith St Houston TX
The price is ฿4,691 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,691
฿5,488 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
The Whitehall Houston
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Where to stay in University Place

Find the best University Place areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Houston

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Daikin Park to Toyota Center – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

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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 Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.

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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.

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Montrose

Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Rothko Chapel while you're exploring the area.

A large rectangular reflecting pool with a tall building in the background.
Photo by George Zimzores
Open Photo by George Zimzores

Houston Central Business District

If you're spending time in Houston Central Business District, check out sights like Toyota Center or House of Blues Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bell Station or Downtown Transit Center Station.

University Place Travel Guide