Museum District Travel Guide

Houston

A water feature with multiple tiers and a circular viewing platform at the top.
A park with a gazebo, a fountain, and tall buildings in the background.
A water feature with a cascading waterfall, a grassy hill, and a tall building in the background.
A concrete water channel with a curved concrete ramp, surrounded by grassy areas and trees, with a tall building in the background.
A park with a classical pavilion and tall buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Museum District attractions

A museum with dinosaur skeletons on display.

Houston Natural Science Museum

9.2/10 (1,036 reviews)
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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Things to do

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Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

£23
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
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Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

£34
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston

Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)

£23
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
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Top hotels in Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
The price is £215 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£215
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, comfy bed and large room."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Grand Tuscany Hotel

Grand Tuscany Hotel

4 out of 5
12801 Northwest Fwy Houston TX
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The price is £75 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£75
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (154 reviews)
"Cheap owners-No waste basket (only in the bathroom), microwave, or fridge in the room. Long wait for elevator. Definitely not worth $178/night."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Grand Tuscany Hotel
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street Houston TX
The price is £84 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£84
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,327 reviews)
"Good location for world cup to take metro"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Marriott Marquis Houston

Marriott Marquis Houston

4 out of 5
1777 Walker Street Houston TX
The price is £249 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
£249
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,157 reviews)
"Exceptional vacation spot"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Marriott Marquis Houston
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 £115 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
£115
25 Jul - 26 Jul
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! (4,240 reviews)
"The room was dirty, dingy and riddled with dead roaches."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush IAH South

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush IAH South

3 out of 5
15510 JFK Blvd Houston TX
The price is £70 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
£70
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very good! (2,282 reviews)
"The sheets were very stained and yellow stains everywhere pool was green and not usable. The elevator barely worked with 1 person in it my room door didn't even shut correctly"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush IAH South
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Where to stay in Museum District

Find the best Museum District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with modern skyscrapers and a park with trees and people.

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.

A large, modern shopping mall with a glass ceiling and multiple levels.

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.

A cityscape with tall buildings, including a prominent one with 'Texas Children's Hospital' on it, under a partly cloudy sky.

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.

An art gallery with a minimalist design, featuring a central bench and large abstract paintings on the walls.

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.

A modern cityscape with a tram and tall buildings.
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.

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