University Place Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

Main Street Theater - Rice Village
You can get tickets for a performance at Main Street Theater - Rice Village on your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Houston Contemporary Arts Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Houston Contemporary Arts Museum in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Rice Stadium
Catch an event at Rice Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape
Enjoy an outing to James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape during your stay in Houston. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
Reckling Park
Catch an event at Reckling Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Activities

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

Meow Wolf's Radio Tave in Houston

Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass
Our pick of the best University Place Hotel Deals

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

InterContinental Houston by IHG
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

The Whitehall Houston
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Hyatt Place Houston-North
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University Place

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.

Houston Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Houston Museum District. Top attractions like Houston Zoo and Children's Museum of Houston are major draws, and you can catch the metro at M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.

Montrose
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.

Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Astrodome, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.

South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Houston Zoo or Children's Museum of Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.

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.