Greater Uptown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Greater Uptown
Greater Uptown
Greater Uptown
Photo by George Zimzores
Photo by George Zimzores
Photo by George Zimzores
Photo by George Zimzores

Popular places to visit

The Galleria

The Galleria

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at The Galleria during your stay in Houston. While in this vibrant area, find time to visit its shops.

The Galleria
Richmond Avenue

Richmond Avenue

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Richmond Avenue during your trip to Houston. Take in the live music while you're in the area.

Richmond Avenue
Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park

Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park

Learn about the local history of Houston when you spend time at Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.

Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park
Williams Tower

Williams Tower

You can learn about the history of Houston with a visit to Williams Tower. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Williams Tower

Schlumberger Headquarters

After visiting Schlumberger Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Schlumberger Headquarters

Houstonian Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Houston at Houstonian Golf Club. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this vibrant area.

Houstonian Golf Club

Activities

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

AU$18
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket

AU$38
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center

Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center

AU$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

AU$18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Astroville Best of Houston City Driving Tour with Live Guide

Astroville Best of Houston City Driving Tour with Live Guide

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Astroville Best of Houston City Driving Tour with Live Guide
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

AU$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Greater Uptown Hotel Deals

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$255 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$255
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,586 reviews)
"The staff is very friendly and took care of all my requests. The room is very clean, the hotel in general has a good atmosphere."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria

Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria

4 out of 5
2626 Sage Road, Houston, TX
The price is AU$311 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$311
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,068 reviews)
"The room was very nice and the front desk staff were very, very nice!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

4 out of 5
2222 West Loop South, Houston, TX
The price is AU$257 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$257
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,264 reviews)
"Walkability to nearby shops and restaurants"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Omni Houston Hotel

Omni Houston Hotel

4 out of 5
4 Riverway, Houston, TX
The price is AU$304 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$304
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Room was great. Staff greater. Dinner was excellent. Breakfast had a 15 minute wait for seating, but there was nobody in the dining room. But the bar seating area was full with a waiting line for coffee."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Omni Houston Hotel
The Chifley Houston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Chifley Houston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
2400 West Loop S, Houston, TX
The price is AU$287 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$287
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,113 reviews)
"Nice staff and clean rooms"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

The Chifley Houston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria

Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria

3.5 out of 5
2911 Sage Road, Houston, TX
The price is AU$205 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$205
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,033 reviews)
"Everything wasalmost perfect about this property including staff and location but the property itself wasnt great. Tge gym had a water leak, the pool ceiling is rusting and falling apart with water dripping in the pool, and the ladt thing i noticed was the elevator, we almost got stuck in, it took ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria
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Other neighbourhoods around Greater Uptown

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The Galleria

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

The Galleria
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Washington Ave./ Memorial Park

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, you might make a stop by sights like Houston Arboretum and Nature Center and Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course.

Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
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River Oaks

Gardens and monuments are just a few things travellers like about River Oaks. A stop by River Oaks Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

River Oaks
Houston Arboretum and Nature Center which includes a garden and landscape views

Memorial

3/5(1 area review)

Memorial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Memorial City Mall or Town and Country Village.

Memorial
Menil Collection showing interior views and art

Montrose

3/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Houston Center for Photography while you're exploring the area.

Montrose
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Memorial City

While visiting Memorial City, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial City Mall and CityCentre.

Memorial City

Greater Uptown Travel Guide

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