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 lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
University of Houston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Houston during your travels in Houston. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Children's Museum of Houston
You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Houston during your travels to Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Activities
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Official Houston City Tour
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best South Central Houston Hotel Deals
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
No breakfast instead a good coffee bar
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Great hotel with wonderful location and very accommodating staff. There were some cosmetic issues with room. Overall enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Sentral Forme Houston
New property was only open a month when I stayed. Staff were super helpful and friendly. Great location in a nice quiet walkable neighborhood. Room was clean but a little more attention to detail would be great. I sanitize wherever I stay so I probably notice little things while doing so. Parking ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
We had a wonderful stay! Comfortable bed and great breakfast. Really nice staff. Walking distance to MD Anderson and healthy restaurants near by. Will be staying here for our MD Anderson visits.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Downtowner Inns - Houston Downtown
We didn't eat breakfast. Not what we expected for the breakfast. Room was very nice and clean.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Central Houston
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives or Fertitta Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Continental Club and Houston Fire Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
East Downtown Houston
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about East Downtown Houston. Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the larger area.
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 Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U 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 Downtown Transit Center 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.
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