El Lago Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
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
Our pick of the best El Lago Hotel Deals
South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center
The staff was courteous and very helpful! The room was clean and very comfortable. Will definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Quality Suites Houston Hobby Airport
We were very pleased.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Pearland/Houston Medical Center Hotel
Beautifully, Clean, room. The location is great! Right off the interstate service road. Surrounded by Dollar srores,food places, right in the middle of town. I was making sure it wasn't in a bad area. And it was not!!! Amazing LOCATION. The Workers were all 10/10
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport
Cleanliness, friendly staff, comfortable room
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Candlewood Suites Hotel Texas City by IHG
Staff Lady at the front desk was extremely hepful and very pleasant.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
Seamless experience—able to call for airport shuttle which arrived quickly, hotel is immaculate and updated, all staff courteous and efficient. Room felt quiet, safe, comfortable and convenient. Excellent value for an overnight stay close to Houston airport while traveling. Especially appreciated ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Lago
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.
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.
East Downtown Houston
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about East Downtown Houston. Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the larger area.
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.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
Houston Convention District
If you're looking for things to see and do in Houston Convention District, ample dining options and great live music are highlights. You might also check out Kinder Lake while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Convention District Station to get around town.
