Downtown Houston Travel Guide
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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 art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Downtown Aquarium
Take the children to visit the sea life you'll find at Downtown Aquarium during your visit to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Discovery Green
Discovery Green is just one of the places to see in Houston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
House of Blues Houston
You can enjoy a show at House of Blues Houston during your stay in Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Downtown Houston
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
"Cooling system was great but tv streaming did not work!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Whitehall Houston
"This was a nice hotel, not to far from where we were going and the staff was very friendly. Bed was a little smaller then I thought, but overall a nice hotel. I would definitely stay there again, if I needed a hotel in the downtown area."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Marriott Marquis Houston
"This property is amazing. Great location in Downtown Houston. Lobby, hotel restaurant Biggio's and wine bar are great. The best part about this hotel is obviously the rooftop pool. They have plenty of seating. The pool waitstaff are attentive. The offered complimentary cold water bottles one of the ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Magnolia Hotel Houston, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
"One of the primary reasons I selected the hotel was the pool amenity; however, upon arrival, I learned the pool was not open. This closure was not disclosed on the website or communicated prior to my stay. Additionally, I was not informed that a prom event would be taking place the evening of my ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hilton Americas-Houston
"Clean room, and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Holiday Inn Houston Downtown by IHG
"The staff were very helpful and polite. I just wish the fan in our room was not so loud while it was running. We had a hard time sleeping due to that. Regardless of that, the location was perfect and easy for us to get around town. Josh, and the other staff working in the kitchen and front desk were ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Houston
Houston Central Business District
If you're spending time in Houston Central Business District, check out sights like Toyota Center or House of Blues Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bell Station or Downtown Transit Center Station.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Continental Club and Houston Fire Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
East Downtown Houston
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about East Downtown Houston. Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the larger area.
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.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Houston Zoo or Fertitta Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Fertitta Center or Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
