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Areas of Houston

Discovery Green which includes a city, central business district and a high rise building

Downtown Houston

Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Houston. Top attractions like Toyota Center and Minute Maid Park are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Central Station Main or Theater District Station to see more of the city.

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The Galleria

Travelers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.

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Texas Medical Center

Restaurants, museums, and shopping highlight some notable features of Texas Medical Center. Make a stop by Houston Zoo or Hermann Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to get around town.

Texas Medical Center
Hermann Park featuring landscape views and a park

South Central Houston

If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Houston Zoo or Children's Museum of Houston and hop on the metro to see more the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.

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Houston Arboretum and Nature Center which includes a park and landscape views

Memorial

Memorial is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Memorial City Mall and Town and Country Village while you're in town.

Memorial
Menil Collection which includes art and interior views

Montrose

Unique features of Montrose include the theaters and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Buffalo Bayou Park while you're exploring the area.

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