Southeast Houston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Houston Methodist Hospital
If Houston Methodist Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston.
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 entertainment choices and great live music.
Texas Children's Hospital
If Texas Children's Hospital 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 lively festivals and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
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
Very nice place . I will give them 9/10
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Pearland/Houston Medical Center Hotel
Hoyel was very nice very clean, rooms was nice and clean. I will stay there again when i go back to Houston for another show.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Quality Suites Houston Hobby Airport
We were very pleased.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport
great room hotel was clean boiler was broken and had not hot water
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl
The room was adequate. Many elements needed maintenance, such s rust marks on refrigerator, paint chipped in various places. The AC unit would not remain on in spite of repeated efforts to keep it regulated. Would not recommend.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Houston Hobby Airport
This is my absolute favorite hotel when I fly into Hobby. I stay here every time. Love it.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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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.
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Carl Lewis International Track and Field Complex 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.
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 Children's Museum of Houston or Houston Natural Science Museum 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 Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.
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.
