What to do in Southwest Houston, TX

Activities, attractions and tours

Hermann Park which includes a park and landscape views
Hermann Park which includes a park, a statue or sculpture and a monument
Houston Zoo
Hermann Park showing a pond and a park
Houston Zoo

Southwest Houston Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Southwest Houston has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Southwest Houston, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Southwest Houston with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Southwest Houston

Southwest Houston is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Southwest Houston, and make it a breeze to explore Southwest Houston and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Southwest Houston to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Southwest Houston, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Southwest Houston.

Southwest Houston attractions

Southwest Houston has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Southwest Houston to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Southwest Houston.

Looking for things to do in Southwest Houston can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Southwest Houston or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Southwest Houston attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Southwest Houston


Popular places to visit

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The Galleria

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

The Galleria
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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.

South Main
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Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby
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Uptown

5/5(2 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Uptown is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Galleria and Uptown Park.

Uptown
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Braeswood Place

When in Braeswood Place, you can plan a visit to NRG Stadium and NRG Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Braeswood Place
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Central Southwest

If you're spending some time in Central Southwest, Wildcat Golf Club and Houston Sports Park are top sights worth seeing.

Central Southwest

 

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