Uptown Travel Guide

Houston

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Stay near popular Uptown attractions

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The Galleria

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at The Galleria during your stay in Houston. While in this vibrant area, find time to visit its shops.
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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

£29
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!

£29
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: Sloomoo Institute Entry Ticket

Houston: Sloomoo Institute Entry Ticket

£24
per adult
Houston: Sloomoo Institute Entry Ticket
Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience

Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience

£26
per adult
Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience
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Top hotels in Uptown

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 £107 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£107
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

4 out of 5
2222 West Loop South Houston TX
The price is £116 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
£116
16 Oct - 17 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,258 reviews)
"Everything was amazing"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
The Chifley Houston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Chifley Houston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
2400 West Loop S Houston TX
The price is £120 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
£120
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
The Chifley Houston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria

Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria

3 out of 5
5252 W. Alabama Houston TX
The price is £95 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£95
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,617 reviews)
"The valet parking staff did some damage to my vehicle. I made a complaint to hotel mgmt who then referred me to the valet parking folks, who are a third part company on premises that handle parking. The 3rd party reviewed video footage and claimed they were not responsible as nothing was caught on ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria

Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria

4 out of 5
2626 Sage Road Houston TX
The price is £129 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£129
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria
Omni Houston Hotel

Omni Houston Hotel

4 out of 5
4 Riverway Houston TX
The price is £112 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£112
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Omni Houston Hotel
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Where to stay in Uptown

Find the best Uptown 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 Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.

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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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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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