South Central Houston Travel Guide

Houston

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Stay near popular South Central Houston attractions

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Rice University

8.6/10 (1,772 reviews)
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in 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

£22
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

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

£30
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus
HOP ON- HOP OFF

Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

£30
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Artechouse Houston Ticket

Artechouse Houston Ticket

£22
per adult
Artechouse Houston Ticket
Houston Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern History Tour

Houston Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern History Tour

£11
per adult
Houston Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern History Tour
Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes

Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes

£26
per adult
Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes
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Top hotels in South Central Houston

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

4.5 out of 5
6633 Travis St Houston TX
The price is £90 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£90
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

4 out of 5
1709 DRYDEN ROAD Houston TX
The price is £136 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£136
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,231 reviews)
"Room was nice and clean and housekeeping was great in keeping room maintained. We did room service and it was pricey but service was lovely. Shuttle is great from hotel to Rice…not so great from Rice to hotel. Overall, positive stay."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £255 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
£255
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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 ...
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
InterContinental Houston by IHG

InterContinental Houston by IHG

4 out of 5
6750 Main St Houston TX
The price is £168 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£168
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

InterContinental Houston by IHG
Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl

Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl

2.5 out of 5
1301 Braeswood Blvd Houston TX
The price is £65 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£65
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
6.2/10 (1,004 reviews)
"Tv didn’t work, parking lot was full of trucks. Doors to gain access thru the sides didn’t work they had rocks so the door wouldn’t close"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl
Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

4 out of 5
6580 Fannin Street Houston TX
The price is £183 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£183
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
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Where to stay in South Central Houston

Find the best South Central Houston 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 Williams Tower.

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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 Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.

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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.

South Central Houston Travel Guide

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