Museum District Travel Guide

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A water feature with multiple tiers and a circular viewing platform at the top.
A park with a gazebo, a fountain, and tall buildings in the background.
A water feature with a cascading waterfall, a grassy hill, and a tall building in the background.
A concrete water channel with a curved concrete ramp, surrounded by grassy areas and trees, with a tall building in the background.
A park with a classical pavilion and tall buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Museum District attractions

A museum with dinosaur skeletons on display.

Houston Natural Science Museum

9.2/10 (1,036 reviews)
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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Activities

Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

NZ$50
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center

Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket

NZ$25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
The Official Houston City Tour

NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets

NZ$166
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
HOP ON- HOP OFF

Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

NZ$67
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

NZ$67
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus
Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience

Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience

NZ$59
per adult
Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience
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Our pick of the best Museum District Hotel Deals

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
The price is NZ$574 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
NZ$574
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff was great! Love the Za Za!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Sentral Forme Houston

Sentral Forme Houston

4.5 out of 5
5501 La Branch Street Houston TX
The price is NZ$343 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$343
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Toyota Center and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (82 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Sentral Forme Houston
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

4 out of 5
5353 Westheimer Rd Houston TX
The price is NZ$250 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$250
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,503 reviews)
"Very nice room and clean hotel."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street Houston TX
The price is NZ$198 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$198
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,493 reviews)
"This was a great value for the price, and a great downtown location also. Smooth check-in and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
The Whitehall Houston

The Whitehall Houston

4 out of 5
1700 Smith St Houston TX
The price is NZ$273 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$273
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
The Whitehall Houston
Hyatt Regency Houston West

Hyatt Regency Houston West

3.5 out of 5
13210 Katy Fwy Houston TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$193 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
NZ$193
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Hyatt Regency Houston West
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Our guide on where to stay in Museum District

Find the best Museum District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A sculpture garden with abstract art pieces in a city park.

Downtown Houston

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Daikin Park to Toyota Center – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

A person walking in front of a building with a brick facade and three arched windows.

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 Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.

A cityscape with tall buildings, including a prominent one with 'Texas Children's Hospital' on it, under a partly cloudy sky.

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.

An art gallery with a minimalist design, featuring a central bench and large abstract paintings on the walls.

Montrose

Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.

A large rectangular reflecting pool with a tall building in the background.
Photo by George Zimzores
Open Photo by George Zimzores

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 Downtown Transit Center Station.

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