Greater East End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Greater East End
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices 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 entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices 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 theatre scene and fascinating museums.
University of Houston
Walk around the campus of University of Houston, a top university in Houston. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Activities
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Trill On Wheels (Hip-Hop Party Bike Tour in 3rd Ward Houston)
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Our pick of the best Greater East End Hotel Deals
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Downtown/University of Houston
All worked as expected. Check-in was quick and easy. Nice clean room with a fridge and a microwave - used both. Some noise from a nearby highway, but not really bothering. AC unit was surprisingly quiet, big plus. Good breakfast - little better than the advertised "continental", in my opinion. Flawless ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Everything is good
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
The staff was outstanding, especially Daisy, the front desk manager and Alexandria. I had a mishap, that was soon forgotten, because of the 1st class customer service I received from these two ladies. The rooms were cozy, comfortable, and extremely clean. When the mishap, happened, I was immediately ...
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
The staff were all really helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Heritage Place Houston Brookhollow
Great hotel, modern and clean. Huge king size bed and beautiful decoration all over.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston - Greenway Plaza
The hotel was good overall, only options for shower are burning hot water or cold with no pressure. Beds are great, tv great size could use more channels.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Greater East End
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.
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.
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
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.
Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in 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 Houston Center for Photography while you're exploring the area.
