Southwest Houston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hermann Park which includes a park and landscape views
Hermann Park which includes a park, a statue or sculpture and a monument
Houston Zoo
Hermann Park showing a pond and a park
Houston Zoo

Where to stay in Southwest Houston

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The Galleria

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

The Galleria
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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.

South Main
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Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lakewood Church and Highland Village while you're in town.

Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby
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Uptown

5/5(2 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Uptown is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Galleria and Uptown Park.

Uptown
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Braeswood Place

When in Braeswood Place, you can plan a visit to NRG Stadium and NRG Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Braeswood Place
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Central Southwest

If you're spending some time in Central Southwest, Wildcat Golf Club and Houston Sports Park are top sights worth seeing.

Central Southwest
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
4 out of 5
5353 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,287 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
฿3,287
฿3,873 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,203 reviews)
"Expensive"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Blossom Hotel Houston
Blossom Hotel Houston
4 out of 5
7118 Bertner Ave, Houston, TX
The price is ฿4,509 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿4,509
฿5,276 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,396 reviews)
"The property was very ckean, transportation was fantastic. I visited for an appointment at MD Anderson, and the hotel was walking distance to all buildings."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Blossom Hotel Houston
Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center
Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center
3 out of 5
7329 FANNIN STREET Building 2, Houston, TX
The price is ฿3,766 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
฿3,766
฿4,430 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,798 reviews)
"Great stay. Everything was great. Check-in was fast. We stayed on the 12th floor but never really had a wait with the elevators since they had 4, plus one for the parking garage. The pool area was nice. Breakfast was great every day. Eggs, sausage, French toast, oatmeal, cereal, fruit, and bagels/toast. ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center
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Hotel Ylem
Hotel Ylem
3.5 out of 5
8080 S Main St, Houston, TX
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,164 reviews)
"Close to event we were attending, great price, T the bartender was amazing, very personable and was attentive every night we were at the bar, even though he was extremely busy each night, he never lost his cool 😎. Thanks T for making our weekend special!"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Hotel Ylem
Locale Medical Center - Houston
Locale Medical Center - Houston
4 out of 5
1911 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Houston Zoo and NRG Stadium are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (274 reviews)
"Great location to be near all hospitals. It was clean and very equipped. The only big inconvenience to us was the fact there are no TVs in the rooms. When you have just left the hospital and have to lay down, you want to be in your bed not on a sofa in the living room."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Locale Medical Center - Houston
The Reside
The Reside
3 out of 5
7755 Main Street, Houston, TX
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions NRG Stadium and Houston Zoo are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (228 reviews)
"Erica is a great host. Very friendly and accommodating. Responds quickly and will to help."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

The Reside
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Popular places to visit

Houston Zoo

Houston Zoo

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.

Houston Zoo
NRG Park

NRG Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

After visiting NRG Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

NRG Park
NRG Center

NRG Center

Learn about the events happening in NRG Center during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

NRG Center
Houston Natural Science Museum

Houston Natural Science Museum

5/5(5 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.

Houston Natural Science Museum
The Galleria

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.

The Galleria
Greenway Plaza

Greenway Plaza

After visiting Greenway Plaza, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Visit the shops in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Greenway Plaza

Things to do

Houston CityPASS: Admission to Top 5 Houston Attractions

Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

฿2,578
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

฿392
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Drip Bear Paint & Sip Experience

Drip Bear Paint & Sip Experience

฿1,403
per adult
Drip Bear Paint & Sip Experience
Color Factory Houston Ticket

Color Factory Houston Ticket

฿946
per adult
Color Factory Houston Ticket
Trill On Wheels

Trill On Wheels (Hip-Hop Party Bike Tour in 3rd Ward Houston)

฿1,501
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Trill On Wheels (Hip-Hop Party Bike Tour in 3rd Ward Houston)
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket

฿811
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
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