Southeast Houston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southeast Houston
Popular places to visit
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.
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 lively festivals in this vibrant area.
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Houston Methodist Hospital
If Houston Methodist 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 great live music in this vibrant area.
Activities
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
From Houston: Crocodile Encounter Entry Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Southeast Houston Hotel Deals
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
The hotel staff made the stay completely wonderful, they also have a shuttle service to and from the Medical Center, which was fantastic. Every thing about the experience was great
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Pearland/Houston Medical Center Hotel
It was a nice kept place.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
Desk Staff was not professionally dressed, the fridge was dirty in our room, and the decor had been painted over, not making for a very attractive finish.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Quality Suites Houston Hobby Airport
Very convenient for early flights.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Houston Hobby Airport
N/A
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Americas Best Value Inn Medical Center Downtown
yes
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Houston
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Astrodome, 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 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.
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.
