Southeast Houston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southeast Houston
Popular places to visit
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.
Hermann Park
With golf, fishing and beautiful gardens, an afternoon spent in Hermann Park is the perfect tonic for a stressful day in the city.
MD Anderson Cancer Center
If MD Anderson Cancer Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston.
Texas Southern University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Texas Southern University during your travels in Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
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 Southeast Houston Hotel Deals
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
Everything was great. No complaints here. Very convenient location and can access from the Hospital Bridges.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
Only negative was at dinner the staff was overwhelmed by the amount of clientele
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport
Room was clean. A little warm when we first arrived but cooler after we adjusted the thermostat. Staff was friendly and kind!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Quality Suites Houston Hobby Airport
The proximity to Hobby Airport
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Houston Hobby Airport
Felt very welcomed and taken care of by staff
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Pearland/Houston Medical Center Hotel
Wonderful staff. Brand new building. Easily accessible to all my weekend events!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Houston
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
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.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston or Children's Museum of Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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.
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.
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.
