West University 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.
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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries 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.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center
Top hotels in West University Place
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Cleanliness
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great hotel!
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Staff was very welcoming and nice! My experience was lovely and I enjoyed a great view of outside! Everything I needed I had there, very organized.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush IAH South
Very quiet
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Great staff! Only issue was the slow elevator
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Great staff extremely helpful. Would love to stay there again.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West University Place
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.
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 Menil Collection or Rothko Chapel 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.
South Main
While you're in South Main, take in top sights like NRG Park and jump on the metro at Fannin South Station to see more of the city.
