South Central Houston
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Popular places to visit
Houston Zoo
Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
University of Houston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Houston during your travels in Houston. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Houston Natural Science Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Houston Museum of Fine Arts
Architecturally stunning and filled with pieces by renowned artists of the world, this museum is a must-see for art lovers.
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 theatre scene.
Things to do
Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in South Central Houston
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
"Overall great hotel. Definitely will be staying here again. Shout out to the staff crew."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
"Not good value. Rooms need an upgrade"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
"Everything was excellent. The only thing that I really didn't like was that I stayed for almost 16 days, and when I asked for a one-hour late checkout on the day I was leaving, they didn't authorize it. I think that really made me mad. Thank you."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Sentral Forme Houston
"Very chic, very interesting room. Love this place"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
"Clean room,restaurant exceptional,excellent staff."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
"Near Medical Centernot very many parking spaces tho."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Central Houston
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Fertitta Center or Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Houston Fire Museum and Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
East Downtown Houston
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about East Downtown Houston. Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the larger area.
Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. Top attractions like Houston Zoo and Children's Museum of Houston are major draws, and you can catch 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 of the city at Bell Station or Downtown Transit Center Station.
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
