Uptown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Uptown attractions

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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.
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Activities

Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

AU$42
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center

Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket

AU$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
The Official Houston City Tour

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

AU$138
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

AU$56
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

AU$17
per adult
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
HOP ON- HOP OFF

Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

AU$56
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
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Our pick of the best 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$199 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$199
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (4,477 reviews)
"room cleaned during my week really appreciated"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the 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$193 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
AU$193
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,244 reviews)
"Perfect experience, would 100% come back"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria

Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria

4 out of 5
2626 Sage Road Houston TX
The price is AU$238 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$238
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria
Omni Houston Hotel

Omni Houston Hotel

4 out of 5
4 Riverway Houston TX
The price is AU$235 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$235
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very good súper clean"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Omni Houston Hotel
Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria

Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria

3 out of 5
5252 W. Alabama Houston TX
The price is AU$174 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
AU$174
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,601 reviews)
"Good location for a one night stay in a place when not having a car and need to walk."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria
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$207 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$207
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
The Chifley Houston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Our guide on where to stay in Uptown

Find the best Uptown 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.

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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 Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.

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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 Menil Collection or Rothko Chapel 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.

Uptown Travel Guide

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