North Houston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular North Houston attractions

Independence Heights

Learn about the local history of Houston with a stop at Independence Heights.
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Activities

Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

AU$47
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
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Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

AU$65
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
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Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

AU$43
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
The Official Houston City Tour

NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets

AU$158
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston

Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)

AU$44
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Discover Houston Self Guided City Tour

Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour

AU$2
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour
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Our pick of the best North Houston Hotel Deals

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
The price is AU$409 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$409
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Gorgeous view from the balcony! Bed and linens super comfortable. The steam shower was absolutely heavenly, water pressure and temp SOOOOO good!! Room service and food was great, and I loved how helpful the staff was. They brought by ice, water, and a snack without me asking once I had been there ..."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Grand Tuscany Hotel

Grand Tuscany Hotel

4 out of 5
12801 Northwest Fwy Houston TX
The price is AU$157 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$157
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (158 reviews)
"Pool was way too small."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Grand Tuscany Hotel
Kozy Houston North

Kozy Houston North

4 out of 5
NEQ of Westfield Place & Wagon Point Dri Houston TX
The price is AU$81 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$81
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,143 reviews)
"I love Kozy! Affordable, upscale & clean"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Kozy Houston North
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street Houston TX
The price is AU$158 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$158
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,330 reviews)
"Hard to find. No onsite parking and they don't validate. Awful stay"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Marriott Marquis Houston

Marriott Marquis Houston

4 out of 5
1777 Walker Street Houston TX
The price is AU$413 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$413
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,159 reviews)
"Exceptional vacation spot"

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

Marriott Marquis Houston
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$207 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$207
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,247 reviews)
"Had a great time with my daughter!"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
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Our guide on where to stay in North Houston

Find the best North Houston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Houston

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

A large, modern shopping mall with a glass ceiling and multiple levels.

The Galleria

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.

A cityscape with tall buildings, including a prominent one with 'Texas Children's Hospital' on it, under a partly cloudy sky.

Texas Medical Center

Well liked for its restaurants, museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Texas Medical Center. Attractions like Houston Zoo are a major draw, and you can hop on the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to see more of the city.

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Montrose

Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.

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Photo by George Zimzores
Open Photo by George Zimzores

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.

North Houston Travel Guide

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