Houston, TX

Travel Guide

Discovery Green
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Discovery Green featuring a garden, a city and a skyscraper
Through booms and busts in the oil industry, this Texas city has built and maintained great cultural attractions and diverse culinary experiences.

Houston’s beautiful Downtown District features walkable streets and towering high-rises. Several buildings have free observation decks. Bring kids to the Downtown Aquarium to meet fascinating marine animals. At Discovery Green have a quiet lunch break on the large lawn, ice skate in winter or attend an exciting special event. Find some of Houston’s 10,000 restaurants and clubs and bars around Market Square and throughout the city. Sample Texas Barbecue and ethnic foods from 70 countries.

For spectator sports, watch the Astros play baseball in Minute Maid Park and the Rockets play basketball at the Toyota Center. Get some exercise starting at the Water Works and heading west along the meandering 52-mile (84-kilometer) Buffalo Bayou through Buffalo Bayou Park. 

Use the METRORail to travel south of Midtown to the Museum District. Spend several days in the widely varied attractions, including the Houston Museum of Natural Science, Children’s Museum of Houston, Museum of Fine Arts and Holocaust Museum Houston. The Contemporary Arts Museum, the Menil Collection and the Art Car Museum have interesting collections and free entry.

Nearby, walk around the campus of Rice University to see its historic brick buildings, beautiful tree-covered spaces, groomed quads and Rice Stadium, a great college football arena, where President John Kennedy made his speech urging Americans to send a man to the moon. In the large Hermann Park, visit the Houston Zoo and Cockrell Butterfly Center, both with fascinating creatures.

Continue south to enjoy NFL and pre-game tailgating at NRG Stadium. For sports events you won’t typically find outside Texas, visit the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in the same area.

Space Center Houston is one of the area’s top attractions, about a 40-minute drive southeast of Downtown Houston. Step inside the Starship Gallery to see the Skylab Trainer Module, where astronauts trained for space missions. Travel another 40 minutes to the coastline at Galveston. Watch for dolphins leaping through the waves as you ride the free car ferry to Goat Island.

Where to stay in Houston

Discovery Green which includes a city, central business district and a high rise building

Downtown Houston

4.5/5(2,300 area reviews)

Largest central business district in Texas, this area boasts major league sports venues, a vibrant Theater District, and shopping options like GreenStreet. Easily navigate with public transportation options like METRORail and bus lines.

Downtown Houston
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The Galleria

4.5/5(1,957 area reviews)

Travelers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by The Galleria and Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.

The Galleria
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Texas Medical Center

4/5(566 area reviews)

Boasting the world's largest medical complex, this Houston neighborhood offers access to over 60 medical institutions and is served by the METRORail Red Line. Explore the John P. McGovern Historical Collections and Research Center for a unique experience.

Texas Medical Center
Taken in front of the aquarium.

Theater District

Travelers enjoy Theater District for its restaurants and seafood restaurants. Consider checking out Wortham Center while you're in the area.

Theater District
Houston featuring a city and a high rise building

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 the city at Bell Station or Main Street Square Station.

Houston Central Business District
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Houston Heights

You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and live music in Houston Heights. You might want to make time for a stop at The Heights Theater or Artcar Museum.

Houston Heights
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
The price is ¥15,287 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
¥15,287
¥18,011 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,443 reviews)
"Nice 1 night stay"

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street, Houston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥15,438 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
¥15,438
¥18,062 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

4.5 out of 5
6633 Travis St, Houston, TX
The price is ¥13,409 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥13,409
¥15,859 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,540 reviews)
Weekend getaway
"Me and my sister stayed here for a three day trip. We absolutely had a great time great. Every one that worked here that we came in contact with were so nice and helpful. Our room was so clean and nice. It’s one of the best hotels I’ve been to in a while. We will definitely be coming back. And another ..."

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street, Houston, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,756 reviews)
"Great rooms Very large Great pool Super support team Fast check in Smooth out processing by front desk staff"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
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 WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hotel Ylem
Rusk House Serviced Apartments

Rusk House Serviced Apartments

4.5 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street, Suite B, Houston, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Daikin Park and ...
Rusk House Serviced Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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