Central United States Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central United States
Wall Street - Financial District showing a city and signage
Pike Place Market showing food and markets
Louisiana featuring shopping, signage and street scenes
St. Louis which includes interior views

Where to stay in Central United States

Downtown Chicago featuring a city

Downtown Chicago

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Chicago
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Downtown Nashville

4/5(43 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Downtown Nashville. Make a stop by Broadway or Ryman Auditorium while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Nashville
French Quarter showing a city, street scenes and heritage architecture

French Quarter

4.5/5(113 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.

French Quarter
Downtown Austin which includes street scenes and an administrative building

Downtown Austin

4/5(23 area reviews)

Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.

Downtown Austin
Reunion Tower showing a skyscraper, a city and a sunset

Downtown Dallas

3.5/5(47 area reviews)

Downtown Dallas is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Majestic Theater and Dallas World Aquarium. See more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Akard Station or Saint Paul & Federal Tram Stop.

Downtown Dallas
Discovery Green which includes a high-rise building, a square or plaza and a city

Downtown Houston

4/5(38 area reviews)

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

Downtown Houston
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$308 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$308
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (9,498 reviews)
The website for the gazebo restaurant within the hotel said there was an extensive menu. When you get down to the place it’s a small buffett set up which was similar to any other continental breakfast with some cereal, muffins, fruit, some biscuits, bacon and sausage etc. There was also a man at ...

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
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 AU$180 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$180
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,705 reviews)
Nice stay

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

3.5 out of 5
198 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$206 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$206
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,133 reviews)
Every think was wonderful except the heater wasn’t working and the toilet was loose.

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street, Houston, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,796 reviews)
Nice room- thought it would be fancier. The bathrooms were really nice! When we got back from out event there was a charcuterie board waiting for us. Loved that suprise!!

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Placemakr Premier SoBro

Placemakr Premier SoBro

4 out of 5
205 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,937 reviews)
Don’t know if I want to let out this secret, but it’s the absolute best place to stay in Nashville.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Placemakr Premier SoBro
Canvas Hotel Dallas

Canvas Hotel Dallas

4 out of 5
1325 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX
Stay at this 4-star boutique aparthotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,710 reviews)
Super cute hotel in South Dallas. The rooms were spacious and very well-maintained; the staff was attentive, and there was great art on the property. Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Canvas Hotel Dallas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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