South Central Houston
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Popular places to visit
Rice University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Rice University, during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
Houston Zoo
With a huge collection of animals, a water park and a cinema, Houston Zoo is a great day out for the family.
University of Houston
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Houston, during your travels in Houston. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Houston Museum of Fine Arts
Bursting with works of art by international artists, this architecturally unique museum is one of Houston’s top cultural attractions.
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 lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
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 entertainment choices.
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 South Central Houston
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
"Hotel ZaZa Houston was a great stay with a true luxury feel. The staff were amazing and made the experience feel very personalized from the moment I arrived, including a lovely glass of bubbly rosé at check-in. The hotel itself has a beautiful old Hollywood vibe, with stylish decor and a signature ..."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
"Easy access to Medical District. Clean property, friendly staff."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Sentral Forme Houston
"This was a beautiful apartment complex , quiet and clean. The only disappointing part was that I stayed here on the weekend. I specifically stayed here for the pool and I was told at check in the pool was closed for the weekend. This was not posted or made aware of before or after booking. I had ..."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
"Modern, elegant great restaurant"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
"One of the nicer hotels for sure"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Downtowner Inns - Houston Downtown
"Lots of cigarettes in the parking lot"
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Central Houston
Greater Third Ward
While you're in Greater Third Ward, take in top sights like Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives or Fertitta Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Midtown
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about Midtown. Houston Fire Museum 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.
East Downtown Houston
Get to know East Downtown Houston and its many features like its restaurants and live music. You might want to explore sights like Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues, and you can jump on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the city.
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.
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 Downtown Transit Center Station.
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 Daikin Park are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Central Station Main or Main Street Square Station to see more of the city.
