Central Southwest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Southwest
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.
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 lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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.
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
From Houston: Crocodile Encounter Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Central Southwest Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Very clean, great location, friendly staff. This hotel was reasonably priced. I stayed on the 22nd floor which had a great city view. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Perfect!
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Nice hotel, great location no complaints
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
This is a great hotel, in an excellent location, and a lovely staff. The rooms are a good size and comfortable. The food at the breakfast buffet is very good and worth the cost. My only criticism was that my room obviously had been smoked in at some point in the recent past. It wasn't overwhelming ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Clean room, attentive and friendly staff, good resources
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Staff were very kind & the room was nice for what was needed.
Reviewed on 5 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 Arena, 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.
