South Main 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 acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals 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.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in South Main
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The room had a balcony
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
No breakfast instead a good coffee bar
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Clean room,staff helpful somewhat. Room was very small for a couple. Okay for one person. Room was adjoining which I did not like No fridge or microwave
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Whitehall Houston
The first day the housekeeping did not clean the room and then she did not put the floor mat in the bathroom ,I was about to fall because there was no floor mat.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Valet required at $50 a day. No self-parking. Wine selection is terrible. Just really cheap house wine...no other choice.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Very good
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Main
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.
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.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Continental Club 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.
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.
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.
