Visit Central Southwest
Popular places to visit
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention center in Houston. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
NASA Johnson Space Center
After visiting NASA Johnson Space Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
Visit the heart of the American space industry in the control centre that put man on the moon.
Rice University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Rice University, during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
From Houston: Crocodile Encounter Entry Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center
Top hotels in Central Southwest
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Balcony was nice addition!
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Yes
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Great clean room
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Clean & nice
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
New, clean
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Great location.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Southwest
Astrodome
If you're spending time in Astrodome, check out sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena and hop on the metro to see more the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
Texas Medical Center
Well-liked for its restaurants, museums, and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Texas Medical Center. Attractions like Houston Zoo is a major draw, and you can hop on the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to see more of the city.
Southeast Houston
If you're spending time in Southeast Houston, check out sights like Houston Zoo or Houston Natural Science Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.
Museum District
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. You can visit top attractions like Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum, and jump on the metro at M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
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.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston 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.
