Uptown Travel Guide
Houston
Popular places to visit
The Galleria
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at The Galleria during your stay in Houston. While in this vibrant area, find time to visit its shops.
Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park
Learn about the local history of Houston when you spend time at Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Williams Tower
You can learn about the history of Houston with a visit to Williams Tower. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant 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 lively festivals and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Uptown
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
"Over all was good"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
"Service"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Omni Houston Hotel
"Great experience"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria
"I left jewelry and the staff had found it within 15 mins Ave was able to return it.. The ladies at the front wa super helpful work getting us all of us in the room. Me Whitney was great. The ladies at the bar and restaurant was super nice . They made our ladies trip sweet"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria
"Amazing staff, attentiveness and close to food and shopping"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston
"My wife and I stayed at the Post Oak for our anniversary, it was the best of the best. Staff took excellent care of us from before we got there until we left. All amenities were top notch. You had everything you needed at the Post Oak, from coffee shops tonfine dining and everything in between."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Uptown
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
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.
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.
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.
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.
