Southwest Houston
Travel Guide
Visit Southwest Houston
Where to stay in Southwest Houston
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 Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.
Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby
Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Highland Village and Color Factory Houston while you're in town.
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
When in Braeswood Place, you can plan a visit to NRG Stadium and NRG Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
West University Place
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit West University Place. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Main Street Theater - Rice Village and Color Factory Houston, a few notable attractions nearby.
Central Southwest
If you're spending some time in Central Southwest, Wildcat Golf Club and Houston Sports Park are top sights worth seeing.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
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Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
"An exceptional experience. Beautiful accommodations, outstanding service, and a relaxing atmosphere. Every member of the staff went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. Truly one of the best hotel experiences I’ve had.”"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
"Hotel"
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Relux at Westchase
"It’s in a nice area and safe. Staff is nice"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Reside
Lodgeur Upper Kirby
"Nicely stocked, clean, functional room with excellent bathroom/ water pressure, etc. Great base for a three day business trip for meetings between downtown and Galleria area."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
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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.
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 in 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 browsing the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
The Galleria
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at The Galleria during your stay in Houston. While in this vibrant area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
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- Visit Algoa
- Alief Holidays
- Visit Deer Park
- Discovery Green
- Downtown Aquarium
- Eleanor Tinsley Park
- George R. Brown Convention Center
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- Visit Heaker
- Hermann Park
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- Visit Mount Houston
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- Houston Polo Club
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- Jade Buddha Temple
- James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape
- Visit Katy
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- Visit La Porte
- Lakewood Church
- Market Square Park
- Missouri City Holidays
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- Shell Energy Stadium
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