Uptown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Uptown attractions

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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.
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Activities

Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

NZ$53
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Discover Houston Self Guided City Tour

Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour

NZ$2
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour
The Official Houston City Tour

NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets

NZ$192
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
HOP ON- HOP OFF

Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

NZ$79
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

NZ$79
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

NZ$39
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Uptown Hotel Deals

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

4 out of 5
5353 Westheimer Rd Houston TX
The price is NZ$249 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$249
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,316 reviews)
"Hotel was nice, however initial room I was to check into smelled like Mildew. The staff was very helpful, and switched my room with no problems so that was a plus. I wish the bar was open later however. But overall good. I would come back again!"

Reviewed on 28 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria

Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria

4 out of 5
2626 Sage Road Houston TX
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$292 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$292
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria
Omni Houston Hotel

Omni Houston Hotel

4 out of 5
4 Riverway Houston TX
The price is NZ$347 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
NZ$347
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Omni Houston Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

4 out of 5
2222 West Loop South Houston TX
The price is NZ$291 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$291
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,146 reviews)
"Great customer service."

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston

The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston

5 out of 5
1600 West Loop South Houston TX
The price is NZ$1,084 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$1,084
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston
Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria

Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria

3 out of 5
5252 W. Alabama Houston TX
The price is NZ$218 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
NZ$218
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria
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Our guide on where to stay in Uptown

Find the best Uptown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Houston

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Daikin Park to Toyota Center – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

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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.

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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.

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Photo by George Zimzores
Open Photo by George Zimzores

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.

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Montrose

Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.

Uptown Travel Guide

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