Popular places to visit
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.
Williams Tower
You can learn about the history of Houston with a visit to Williams Tower. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park
Learn about the local history of Houston when you spend time at Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center
Top hotels in Uptown
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Staff was friendly, welcoming and helpful. Room was very clean and smelled clean. I was apalled to find that the vanity kit in the restroom had dirty used qtips inside. Room was cozy but uncomfortably hot. We had to have someone come take a look at the ac system but after that it was comfortable. ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Omni Houston Hotel
A great place to stay
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Westin Oaks Houston at the Galleria
Everything good
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria
Yes very
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
The Westin Galleria Houston
Staff
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, Uptown Park and The Galleria are top sights worth seeing.
River Oaks
Gardens and monuments are just a few things travellers like about River Oaks. A stop by River Oaks Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
While visiting Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course and Houston Arboretum and Nature Center.
Memorial
Memorial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Memorial City Mall or Town and Country Village.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Houston Center for Photography while you're exploring the area.
