South Central Houston Travel Guide

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A water feature with multiple tiers and a circular viewing platform at the top.
A city skyline at night with illuminated skyscrapers and a large brick plaza in the foreground.
A train on tracks with graffiti on a nearby building.
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.

Stay near popular South Central Houston attractions

A large historic building with a red roof and arched windows, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear blue sky.

Rice University

8.6/5 (1,772 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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Activities

The Official Houston City Tour

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

NZ$186
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

NZ$51
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket

Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket

NZ$43
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Discover Houston Self Guided City Tour

Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour

NZ$14
per adult
Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston

Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)

NZ$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Color Factory Houston Ticket

Color Factory Houston Ticket

NZ$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Color Factory Houston Ticket
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Our pick of the best South Central Houston Hotel Deals

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

4.5 out of 5
6633 Travis St Houston TX
The price is NZ$270 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$270
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,969 reviews)
"Everything was good. Nice staff."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
The price is NZ$477 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$477
6 July - 7 July
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! (1,001 reviews)
"This hotel is marketed as upscale and luxurious, but my experience was quite the opposite. After arriving late in the evening, around 11:45 PM, I was disappointed to find a room that felt extremely dated and in need of significant renovation. The furnishings and overall condition of the room gave ..."

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
InterContinental Houston by IHG

InterContinental Houston by IHG

4 out of 5
6750 Main St Houston TX
The price is NZ$340 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$340
26 July - 27 July
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast could be extended a little more, but I understand that they were on a special occasion but they do not make the guests feel welcome. I didn't like the treatment yesterday in the middle of the event they had, especially one of the managers who didn't allow us to get on the advisor and ..."

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

InterContinental Houston by IHG
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

4 out of 5
1709 DRYDEN ROAD Houston TX
The price is NZ$316 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$316
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,152 reviews)
"Clean, modern room. Helpful and available staff. A+++"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
6800 Main Street Houston TX
The price is NZ$254 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$254
12 July - 13 July
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 in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (615 reviews)
"The service was great. The hotel was very clean."

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl

Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl

2.5 out of 5
1301 Braeswood Blvd Houston TX
The price is NZ$169 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$169
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
5.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Very good for the price. We only stayed one night but the staff was fantastic!"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl
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Our guide on where to stay in South Central Houston

Find the best South Central Houston areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about South Central Houston
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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers and a park with trees and people.

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.

A large, modern shopping mall with a glass ceiling and multiple levels.

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 modern cityscape with a tram and tall buildings.
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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.

South Central Houston Travel Guide

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