Gulfton Travel Guide
Houston
Popular places to visit
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 theatre scene and entertainment choices 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 entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
University of Houston
Walk around the campus of University of Houston, a top university in Houston. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Gulfton
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Great location and rooms
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Excelente
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Nice room- thought it would be fancier. The bathrooms were really nice! When we got back from out event there was a charcuterie board waiting for us. Loved that suprise!!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Magnolia Hotel Houston, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
We had a perfect time for our parents weekend visiting our son at college!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston - Greenway Plaza
VERY GOOD PLACE TO STAY.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Houston Med Ctr-Galleria Area by IHG
I didn’t eat breakfast.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gulfton
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Memorial
Memorial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Memorial City Mall or Town and Country Village.
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
While visiting Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, you might make a stop by sights like Houston Arboretum and Nature Center and Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course.
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.
