Southwest Houston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Houston
Where to stay in 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 Williams Tower.
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.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Great staff
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Excellent.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staff was excellent
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hotel Ylem
Very clean, convenient to get around, plenty of free parking.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Mint House Houston – Medical Center
Perfect location for the medical center, great price, wonderful accommodations.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
The Reside
Safe parking and accommodating to pets.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
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Popular places to visit
Houston Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Houston Zoo home during your holiday in Houston? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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 fascinating museums and great live music.
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.
- NRG Stadium
- MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Houston Zoo
- NRG Park
- Houston Natural Science Museum
- Lakewood Church
- Arena Theater
- Richmond Avenue
- The Galleria
- Hermann Park
- Harwin Drive Shopping District
- River Oaks District
- NRG Astrodome
- Meyerland Plaza Shopping Center
- Uptown Park
- Houston Sports Park
- Lakewood Church Central Campus
- Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park
