University Place Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Main Street Theater - Rice Village
You can get tickets for a performance at Main Street Theater - Rice Village on your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Houston Contemporary Arts Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Houston Contemporary Arts Museum in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices 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 entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in University Place
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Spacious room and quiet.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Nice
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The staff was excellent
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Heritage Place Houston Brookhollow
Was a clean room no problems with anythingg wish they would of had breakfast or coffee but besides that we enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The best hotel in this area.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Good handicapped room, with space but needs bars to hold onto in shower, toilet has a bar but shower does not. Like the Nespresso machine in the room.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University Place
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 M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston or Children's Museum of Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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.
University Place Travel Guide
- Rice University
- Houston Museum of Fine Arts
- Main Street Theater - Rice Village
- Rice Stadium
- Cullen Sculpture Garden
- Houston Contemporary Arts Museum
- Reckling Park
- The Jung Center
- George R. Brown Convention Center
- NRG Stadium
- MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Toyota Center
- Daikin Park
- University of Houston
- Houston Zoo
- Westheimer Road
- CityCentre
- Memorial City Mall
- Downtown Aquarium
- NRG Park
- House of Blues Houston
- Discovery Green
- Houston Natural Science Museum
- Texas Southern University
- Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
- Baybrook Mall
