Museum District
Houston
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Popular places to visit
Houston Natural Science Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
Children's Museum of Houston
You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Houston during your travels to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and great live music.
Cockrell Butterfly Center
Why not meet the animals who call Cockrell Butterfly Center home during your trip to Houston? Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices.
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Buffalo Soldiers National Museum during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Miller Outdoor Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Miller Outdoor Theater during your stay in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.
HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center
Though HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston while you are here.
Things to do
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center
Astroville Best of Houston City Driving Tour with Live Guide
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Museum District
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The room was little dated but for one night stay it was acceptable.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Clean hotel. Very friendly staff. Easy to get to places.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Great affordable stay, the only thing was that I was unclear about how daily housekeeping worked. They were always trying to come in even when I had a do not disturb sign on the door, and on the mornings when I wasn't there and there was no dnd sign, I thought I'd come back to fresh bedding but it ...
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Heritage Place Houston Brookhollow
Great staff, quiet, super clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston - Greenway Plaza
Yes
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Magnolia Hotel Houston, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Clean rooms and soft bed
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Museum District
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Houston Zoo or Continental Club and hop on the metro to see more the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District 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.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theaters and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Houston Center for Photography while you're exploring the area.
Midtown
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about Midtown. Continental Club and Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around the larger area.
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.
Houston Central Business District
If you're spending time in Houston Central Business District, check out sights like Toyota Center or House of Blues Houston and hop on the metro to see more the city at Bell Station or Main Street Square Station.
