University Place
Houston
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Popular places to visit
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
Main Street Theater - Rice Village
You can get tickets for a performance at Main Street Theater - Rice Village on your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Houston Contemporary Arts Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Houston Contemporary Arts Museum in Houston. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Rice Stadium
Catch an event at Rice Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape
Enjoy an outing to James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape during your stay in Houston. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
Reckling Park
Catch an event at Reckling Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston All Access Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass
Top hotels in University Place
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Reviewed on 8 Aug, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
Reviewed on 6 Aug, 2025
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Reviewed on 5 Aug, 2025
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Reviewed on 5 Aug, 2025
The Whitehall Houston
Reviewed on 6 Aug, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Reviewed on 6 Aug, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University Place
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.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Westheimer Rd while you're exploring the area.
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.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Continental Club and Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
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 Main Street Square Station.