Greater East End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Greater East End
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
Visit the heart of the American space industry in the control centre that put man on the moon.
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Activities
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass
Our pick of the best Greater East End Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Exceeded every expectation
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Very good location, the complementary coffe machine in the lobby was very nice. The room is clean and convenient
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
All good
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Good stay, good location! Unique hotel. Most comfortable bed in a hotel ever (memory foam). Awesome staff.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Good
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Absolutely
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Greater East End
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Continental Club or Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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 Main Street Square Station.
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.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston and Continental Club are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
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 M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District 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.
