South Central Houston

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A city skyline at night with illuminated skyscrapers and a large brick plaza in the foreground.
A train on tracks with graffiti on a nearby building.
A park with a gazebo, a fountain, and tall buildings in the background.
A water feature with a cascading waterfall, a grassy hill, and a tall building in the background.

Stay near popular South Central Houston attractions

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Rice University

8.6/10 (1,772 reviews)
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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Things to do

Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

RM123
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

RM49
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center

Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket

RM61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Discover Houston Self Guided City Tour

Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour

RM14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour
The Official Houston City Tour

NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets

RM405
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center

Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center

RM147
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center
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Top hotels in South Central Houston

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
The price is RM838 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
RM838
RM1,140 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great room, excellent spa and restaurant onsite."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

4.5 out of 5
6633 Travis St Houston TX
The price is RM325 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
RM325
RM385 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

4 out of 5
1709 DRYDEN ROAD Houston TX
The price is RM461 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
RM461
RM574 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
InterContinental Houston by IHG

InterContinental Houston by IHG

4 out of 5
6750 Main St Houston TX
The price is RM651 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
RM651
RM842 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

4 out of 5
6580 Fannin Street Houston TX
The price is RM615 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
RM615
RM849 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent customer service"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
Downtowner Inns - Houston Downtown

Downtowner Inns - Houston Downtown

2 out of 5
2510 Hamilton St Houston TX
The price is RM388 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
RM388
RM454 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Toyota Center and Daikin Park are located nearby.
Downtowner Inns - Houston Downtown
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Where to stay in South Central Houston

Find the best South Central Houston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Houston

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Daikin Park to Toyota Center – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

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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.

A cityscape with tall buildings, including a prominent one with 'Texas Children's Hospital' on it, under a partly cloudy sky.

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.

An art gallery with a minimalist design, featuring a central bench and large abstract paintings on the walls.

Montrose

Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or The Chapel of St. Basil while you're exploring the area.

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Open Photo by George Zimzores

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.

South Central Houston