Houston Central Business District Travel Guide
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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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
House of Blues Houston
You can enjoy a show at House of Blues Houston during your stay in Houston. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Discovery Green
There’s much to do at this bustling downtown park, but it’s also a great place to come and do nothing at all.
Shell Energy Stadium
Catch an event at Shell Energy Stadium during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Tranquility Park
Tranquility Park is just one of the places to see in Houston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Houston Central Business District
The Whitehall Houston
Nice hotel, great location no complaints
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Staff were very kind & the room was nice for what was needed.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hilton Americas-Houston
The only thing is it was our first visit and details of amenities and breakfast weren’t given.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Magnolia Hotel Houston, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lovely place and wonderful staff
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Houston Downtown by IHG
The room was spotless, staff was courteous, anenities adequate. Ambience good, great look.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
The Laura Hotel, Houston Downtown, Autograph Collection
BEAUTIFUL Room win great city views. The best shower I've ever had in a hotel. I cant wait to come back!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Houston Central Business District
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Houston Fire Museum and Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
East Downtown Houston
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about East Downtown Houston. Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the larger area.
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.
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Carl Lewis International Track and Field Complex or Fertitta Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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.
