El Lago 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 lively festivals 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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices 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.
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
University of Houston
Walk around the campus of University of Houston, a top university in Houston. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Meow Wolf's Radio Tave in Houston
Top hotels in El Lago
Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Hobby Airport
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
Hotel Park Place
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
Quality Inn Texas City I-45
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Lago
Southeast Houston
While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Houston Zoo or Houston Natural Science Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Houston Zoo or Children's Museum of Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Astrodome, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
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 Main Street Square Station.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Continental Club and Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
Houston Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Houston Museum District. Top attractions like Houston Zoo and Children's Museum of Houston are major draws, and you can catch the metro at M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
