East Downtown Houston
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Popular places to visit
Shell Energy Stadium
Catch an event at Shell Energy Stadium during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant 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.
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.
MD Anderson Cancer Center
If MD Anderson Cancer Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music 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.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Official Houston City Tour
Top hotels in East Downtown Houston
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Great location
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Great staff all around and excellent location
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
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Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
As a family pack with two kids, I used to love staying at Blossom anytime we visited Houston, but this was our last stay. There were several people pulling up in “hot boxed” vehicles (which to each their own but not family friendly), but the catalyst was coming downstairs at around 9pm to find a ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Whitehall Houston
The hotel needs remodeling in the rooms. Very outdated
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Heritage Place Houston Brookhollow
Room service did not replace the towels or make up the beds
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East 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.
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives 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.
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.
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
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.
