East Downtown Houston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Downtown Houston
Popular places to visit
Shell Energy Stadium
Catch an event at Shell Energy Stadium during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event 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.
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.
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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Activities
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best East Downtown Houston Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Very clean, great location, friendly staff. This hotel was reasonably priced. I stayed on the 22nd floor which had a great city view. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Excellent hotel and restaurant!
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Hotel lobby was really nice, staff warm and inviting. Rooms need updating however, clean for the most part. Location was great! Within walking distance to Houston Rockets games. We caught a game the night we flew in walked right to the arena didn't have to worry about traffic, parking or uber cost. ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush IAH South
The room was clean and quiet. The bed was quite comfortable. Easy check in and check out service. Good shuttle service.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Always an excellent stay at The Royal Sonesta. Great place to stay near the Galleria area in Houston. I went for work. Breakfast buffet does need improvement. Bar menu has good menu and extra large portions. I will definitely return.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Great room and super friendly staff. Breakfast each morning was a huge plus. The only complaints would be the lack of service on the tv and $20/day for parking. Overall very nice stay.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Downtown Houston
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.
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Carl Lewis International Track and Field Complex 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.
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.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Houston Fire Museum and Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
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.
