Central Southwest
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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene 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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
Visit the heart of the American space industry in the control centre that put man on the moon.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Top hotels in Central Southwest
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The room was fine. Wish there was a chair or 2 on the balcony. The staff was ok. I was disappointed however when we didn't receive our breakfast vouchers right away and they had no parking passes at the desk. The pool area was not nice. A lot of broken furniture and bird dropping on most chairs. ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Amazing location. Amazing staff and even nicer rooms
Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
lack of support with staff
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Check in took 1.5hs since the system was down, a total disaster
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Great room and very clean. Front desk was very helpful and friendly. Location was convenient and near Toyota center which was the reason for out trip
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Great price for a small boutique hotel in downtown Houston. Will definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Southwest
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.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Astrodome, 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.
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.
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.
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 Williams Tower.
