Visit Central Southwest
Popular places to visit
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.
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Space Center Houston
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Space Center Houston during your trip to Houston. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Central Southwest
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The room was nice, comfy bed, great views
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Beautiful hotel, delicious breakfast, and great service. The bathroom was not the best in my hotel room.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
The Whitehall Houston
great staff!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Houston Downtown by IHG
The room was clean. Expected a cleaner toilet bowl.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The staff was amazing only down side was the forced valet parking. There was no parking anywhere near the hotel. $50 a night
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
CQ bills itself as “only the things you need,” and that’s true. It’s minimalist but refined with a quality gym with treadmills, bikes, kettlebells, yoga mats, fixed equipment for weight lifting, and the space is kept cold. I had great workouts there. It’s downtown and walkable to anything in area ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Southwest
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.
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 M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
Southeast Houston
While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Houston Zoo or Houston Natural Science Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Continental Club or Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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.
Central Southwest Travel Guide
- Houston Sports Park
- Sculpture Park
- George R. Brown Convention Center
- NRG Stadium
- NASA Johnson Space Center
- MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Toyota Center
- Rice University
- Daikin Park
- Houston Zoo
- University of Houston
- Westheimer Road
- Memorial City Mall
- CityCentre
- Downtown Aquarium
- NRG Park
- Discovery Green
- House of Blues Houston
- Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
- Houston Natural Science Museum
- Texas Southern University
- Baybrook Mall
