Visit Central Southwest
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 great live music 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 theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
University of Houston
Walk around the campus of University of Houston, a top university in Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass
1-hour Single Jet Ski Rental in Seabrook - up to 2 passengers
Top hotels in Central Southwest
The Whitehall Houston
Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2025
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Reviewed on 12 Aug, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Reviewed on 13 Aug, 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Reviewed on 13 Aug, 2025
Holiday Inn Houston Downtown by IHG
Reviewed on 12 Aug, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston - Greenway Plaza
Reviewed on 12 Aug, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Southwest
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.
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.
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 Continental Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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.
Uptown
A noteworthy feature of Uptown is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Galleria and Williams Tower.