University Place Travel Guide
Houston
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Popular places to visit
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Main Street Theater - Rice Village
You can get tickets for a performance at Main Street Theater - Rice Village on your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Houston Contemporary Arts Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Houston Contemporary Arts Museum in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
Rice Stadium
Catch an event at Rice Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Reckling Park
Catch an event at Reckling Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape
Enjoy an outing to James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape during your stay in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in University Place
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Clean room. Comfortable bed and pillows. Very friendly staff that also followed up with me throughout my stay.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Excellent
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Great location
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Great staff all around and excellent location
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
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Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
As a family pack with two kids, I used to love staying at Blossom anytime we visited Houston, but this was our last stay. There were several people pulling up in “hot boxed” vehicles (which to each their own but not family friendly), but the catalyst was coming downstairs at around 9pm to find a ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Place
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
