Southwest Houston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Houston
Where to stay in Southwest Houston
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.
Uptown
A noteworthy feature of Uptown is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Galleria and Williams Tower.
Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby
Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lakewood Church and Highland Village while you're in town.
South Main
While you're in South Main, take in top sights like NRG Park and jump on the metro at Fannin South Station to see more of the city.
West University Place
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit West University Place. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Lakewood Church and Main Street Theater - Rice Village, a few notable attractions nearby.
Braeswood Place
When in Braeswood Place, you can plan a visit to NRG Stadium and NRG Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Popular places to visit
Houston Zoo
Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.
NRG Park
After visiting NRG Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
NRG Center
Learn about the events happening in NRG Center during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Houston Natural Science Museum
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.
Greenway Plaza
After visiting Greenway Plaza, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Visit the shops in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Trill On Wheels (Hip-Hop Party Bike Tour in 3rd Ward Houston)
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
