Central Southwest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
NRG Stadium
Catch an event at NRG Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Houston Rockets Basketball Game at Toyota Center
Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Central Southwest Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The staff was very helpful and nice however, the bathtub had a slow drain and the bathroom floor had a dried up contact lens on the floor. There was only one trash can in the room and you could visibly see stains on the couch, and carpet in the room… even an oil spot on the comforter. I still gave ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Yes
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Perfect location, good service
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
No free bfast. No frills. Price for location- awesome in comparison to others near astros ballpark.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The breakfast was delivious
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Staff very nice. An extra blanket in closet would be great.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Southwest
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.
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.
Southeast Houston
While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Houston Zoo or Houston Natural Science Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. 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.
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.
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.
