Greater Uptown
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Popular places to visit
The Galleria
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Galleria during your trip to Houston. While in this vibrant area, find time to visit its shops.
Richmond Avenue
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Richmond Avenue during your visit to Houston. Take in the live music while you're in the area.
Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park
Learn about the local history of Houston with a stop at Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Williams Tower
You can learn about the history of Houston when you stop by Williams Tower. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Schlumberger Headquarters
After visiting Schlumberger Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Houston Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Houston at Houston Country Club. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Top hotels in Greater Uptown
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
"This review is specifically about the staff working valet parking morning of Sunday 5/17/2026. He had a very bad attitude and I seriously recommend some customer service training for him. I misplaced the valet ticket given to me the night before, in spite of the fact that my jeep was parked right ..."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
"Everything is perfect"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Omni Houston Hotel
"The hotel was good, however the hotel did not have electricity the first night we stayed there."
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston
"Amazing room The most excellent staff I. Every department Spa was also excellent Will be back!"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria
"Clean rooms, super friendly staff that want to go above and beyond ! Such comfy stay for my family and I . The overall ambience upstairs where the rooms are are very quiet which is nice and the downstairs is nice social area, I wish there were more trash cans upstairs such as near elevators but other ..."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Galleria
"Breakfast was good and fresh. Friendly staff. Air quality in hallway need updating it was hot"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Greater Uptown
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.
River Oaks
Gardens and monuments are just a few things travelers like about River Oaks. A stop by River Oaks Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
If you're spending some time in Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course and Houston Arboretum and Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theaters and museums. Make a stop by Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.
Houston Heights
Visitors to Houston Heights like its coffeehouses and live music, and The Heights Theater is a sight worth a stop.
