The Galleria Travel Guide
Houston
Visit The Galleria
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.
River Oaks District
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at River Oaks District during your trip to Houston. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music 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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Williams Tower
You can learn about the history of Houston with a visit to Williams Tower. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Top hotels in The Galleria
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
"When we arrived to the Room water bottle was left open and used, reported to front desk nothing was done. Reported the water pressure being low i mean extremely low and didn’t get high."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Houston Grand Hotel - River Oaks
"We had had great time - everyone was exceptionally friendly and helpful!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston
"Great!!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Houston Near the Galleria
"They offer both breakfast and a limited dinner buffet. You also receive three complimentary drinks for each adult. I didn't know they did this! We enjoyed our stay there and will always check for a Drury hotel when we travel."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Westin Galleria Houston
"Excelente hotel y en el centro comercial!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Houston - Galleria Area by IHG
"My stay was amazing! Room was very clean and staff was super nice. Convenient parking garage attached to the hotel."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Galleria
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, Houston Country Club and The Galleria are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.
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.
Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. Top attractions like Houston Zoo and Children's Museum of Houston are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.
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.
