Central Southwest
Houston
Visit Central Southwest
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 in George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention centre in Houston. Experience the great live music and lively festivals 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.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
Visit the heart of the American space industry in the control centre that put man on the moon.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center
Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Central Southwest
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great time
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Great location
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
The staff was friendly and accommodating. The furniture in the room was a little hit or miss. Stayed in a room with a sofa, the first room did not have a sofa, the second room had a slightly leaky sink. The staff moved me no problem. The sheets were wonderful and the coffee machine was great. Love ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Great stay
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston - Greenway Plaza
Clean room, nice location, good amenities, attentive staff. A bit old.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hilton Americas-Houston
Clean and remodeled room, amazing staff, and great support for the Houston marathon participants
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Southwest
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands 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 are a major draw, and you can hop on the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to see more of the city.
Southeast Houston
While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Houston Zoo or Houston Natural Science Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.
Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. Top attractions like Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
The Galleria
Travellers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Children's Museum of Houston or Houston Natural Science Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
