Central Southwest Travel Guide
Houston
Visit Central Southwest
Popular places to visit
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
MD Anderson Cancer Center
If MD Anderson Cancer Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston.
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.
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.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Top hotels in Central Southwest
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Really a springhill suites with a name. Toilet didn’t work well
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
This was such a wonderful experience from the booking, checkin, ambiance, the staff, and the peaceful rest that I received. I will definitely share with friends and plan to return.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Pool area was a lil small, but the overall hotel is Great.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
The place is nice but I have 2 mayor complaints that prevent me from staying there again. First parking. It’s non existent and did this is downtown. And you’ll have to pay 45 for valet or 28 park yourself 2 blocks away. They should include that on description of hotel. Second and worst, noise, lots ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Houston West
Clean room
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Perfection as usual!!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Southwest
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.
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.
Southeast Houston
While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Houston Zoo or Houston Natural Science Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.
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.
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.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Children's Museum of Houston or Houston Natural Science Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
