South Central Houston Travel Guide
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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 great live music.
University of Houston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Houston during your travels in Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Houston Zoo
Home to more than 6,000 creatures from around the world, the Houston Zoo is the perfect place to get to know the animals and learn about their daily life.
Houston Natural Science Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.
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 Museum of Fine Arts
Lose yourself in the world of art as you make your way round the hundreds of galleries housing masterpieces from across the Globe.
Activities
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 South Central Houston Hotel Deals
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
The hotel was great and convenient. Easy check in an check out. Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
my wife and i absolutely love the zaza. our dreams include staying at one for days on end and spending quality time with their incredible pillows.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Downtowner Inns - Houston Downtown
Check in staff was friendly and room was clean.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Clean quick check in
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
Service
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
The room was very clean and the staff was friendly. I wish there was a microwave in the room and the bathroom could’ve been larger but other than that my stay was wonderful.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Central Houston
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston and Continental Club 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 Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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- Downtown Aquarium
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- Carl Lewis International Track and Field Complex
- Lakewood Church Central Campus
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