Greater Fondren Southwest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Greater Fondren 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 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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices 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 great live music.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
The Johnson Space Centre played a key role in twentieth century history and has become synonymous with the dream of space exploration.
Activities
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
From Houston: Crocodile Encounter Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Greater Fondren Southwest Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Friendly staff and great location.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Cute room, great staff at the restaurant, enjoyed a couple of the amenities.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Can’t comment on breakfast but everything else was better than my expectations. The room was great.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Whitehall Houston
The staff was kind. The room was older but well kept
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
My second stay. Very clean rooms, comfortable beds, and bath is well appointed. Dyson hair dryer and Molten Brown. Room service very slow but not a dealbreaker
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Great overall stay!!!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Greater Fondren Southwest
Westchase
Visitors highly recommend Westchase for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Royal Oaks Village while you're in town.
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, Uptown Park and The Galleria are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Memorial
Memorial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Memorial City Mall or Town and Country Village.
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.
