River Oaks
Houston
Visit River Oaks
Popular places to visit
NRG Stadium
Catch an event at NRG Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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 acclaimed art scene and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices 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 great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Rice University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Top hotels in River Oaks
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Hallways in upper floors need some updating. Fee to self park is pretty pricey.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
No breakfast instead a good coffee bar
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
I picked this hotel because it was cost-effective, but also had great reviews, and I cannot figure out where those great reviews came from. The fixtures in the rooms are very old… The shower grates are gross, there was rust on the bathroom door frame, and tiny fruit flies in the room. The furniture ...
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
The Whitehall Houston
The first day the housekeeping did not clean the room and then she did not put the floor mat in the bathroom ,I was about to fall because there was no floor mat.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Nice
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Great
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Oaks
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.
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.
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
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 Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.
Midtown
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about Midtown. Continental Club and Houston Fire Museum 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.
