University Place Travel Guide
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Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels 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.
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.
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in University Place
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Extremely noisy. Starting around 6:00AM there was constant noise. Carts rolling, walkie talkies , loud talking in the halls. Did not get a good night's sleep.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
This an excellent hotel. Great for shuttle to NRG Stadium. Had buffet breakfast and it was delicious and restaurant staff was very nice and attentive. Parking garage next to hotel. The elevator takes you directly into the lobby.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Everything was not price correctly nor was the property clean
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Great vibe
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Clean room Stafff was cool Didn’t see any pets Yes, business friendly
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Perfect
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
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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 Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum 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.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Rothko Chapel while you're exploring the area.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Astrodome, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands 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.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Houston Fire Museum and Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
