Uptown Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
The Galleria
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at The Galleria during your stay in Houston. While in this vibrant area, find time to visit its shops.
Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park, a lovely green space in Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Williams Tower
You can learn about the history of Houston with a visit to Williams Tower. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention centre in Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
NASA Johnson Space Center
After visiting NASA Johnson Space Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
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Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
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 Williams Tower.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
While visiting Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Park and Buffalo Bayou Park.
Memorial
Memorial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Memorial City Mall or Town and Country Village.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Buffalo Bayou Park while you're exploring the area.
Texas Medical Center
Restaurants, museums and shopping highlight some notable features of Texas Medical Center. Make a stop by Houston Zoo or Hermann Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to get around town.