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What to do in Southwest Houston
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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 lively festivals and entertainment choices.
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 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.
Hermann Park
Home to the Museum of Natural Science and Houston Zoo, this large city-centre park is perfect for exercising, relaxing or enjoying a picnic.
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.
MD Anderson Cancer Center
If MD Anderson Cancer Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston.
Areas of 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 Williams Tower.
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 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
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 Richmond Avenue, a few notable attractions nearby.
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