Museum District Travel Guide
Houston
Visit Museum District
Popular places to visit
Children's Museum of Houston
You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Houston during your travels to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
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 entertainment choices and great live music.
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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Top hotels in Museum District
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Amazing location. Amazing staff and even nicer rooms
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Great experience and beautiful rooms
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Everything was great
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
It was my first visit in Houston but I had a great time staying in this hotel ..Stuff is friendly specially Miss Martha the front desk who send me an early surprise gift inside my room despite my birthday still far away on March .☺️the food is great ❤️the hotel is very clean .and it’s convenient ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Has a nice outdoor bar area, and great staffs, but room in dire need of an update.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Easy Check in, friendly staff, comfortable bed, clean room, good location.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum District
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.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Children's Museum of Houston or Houston Natural Science Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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.
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.
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Fertitta Center or TDECU Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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.
