Uptown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Williams Tower
You can learn about the history of Houston with a visit to Williams Tower. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
NRG Stadium
Catch an event at NRG Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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 lively festivals 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.
Activities
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
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 Uptown Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Room was very clean and spacious! They promptly brought us linens for the couch bed and extra towels when we called!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
My welcome was the best part: I was told, “welcome home! You’re going to be with us for a while!” It was so genuine and sweet. My room was comfortable, quiet and the location was ideal.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Omni Houston Hotel
Great pl
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
The Westin Galleria Houston
Clean room and size of room
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston
The staff is excellent and the hotel is beautiful.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria
Valet was on it! Check-in was easy and the room had an awesome view. Breakfast was awesome and I had the best belgian waffle. Awesome stay if in the Galleria area.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
While visiting Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course and Houston Arboretum and Nature Center.
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.
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 Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.
