Southwest Houston
Travel Guide
Visit Southwest Houston
Where to stay in Southwest Houston
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.
Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby
Travelers come to Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Highland Village and Richmond Avenue while you're in town.
Uptown
A noteworthy feature of Uptown is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Galleria and Uptown Park.
South Main
While you're in South Main, take in top sights like NRG Park and jump on the metro at Fannin South Station to see more of the city.
Braeswood Place
While Braeswood Place might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like NRG Stadium and NRG Park.
West University Place
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about West University Place. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Main Street Theater - Rice Village and Richmond Avenue are a few top places to visit.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Great location and friendly staff. The room looked slightly dated, it was very clean, spacious and comfortable
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
It was great
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great property, beautiful room, great staff!
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Hotel Ylem
Very clean rooms staff was amazing
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Mint House Houston – Medical Center
Nice view, clean
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
The Reside
Great location, easy check in & out. Nice place to relax.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
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Popular places to visit
Houston Zoo
With a huge collection of animals, a water park and a cinema, Houston Zoo is a great day out for the family.
NRG Park
After visiting NRG Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
NRG Center
Learn about the events happening at NRG Center during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Houston Natural Science Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum in Houston. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
Greenway Plaza
After visiting Greenway Plaza, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center
