South Central Houston
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Popular places to visit
Houston Zoo
Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
University of Houston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Houston during your travels in Houston. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant 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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Houston Museum of Fine Arts
Architecturally stunning and filled with pieces by renowned artists of the world, this museum is a must-see for art lovers.
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 lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Top hotels in South Central Houston
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
"Great hotel and great location"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
"The room itself was fine but the parking garage was terrible. The electronic scanner worked when it wanted to only and parking was expensive. The restaurant down stairs served reasonably good food for ridiculous prices. Breakfast for two people plus the tip was over $50.00. To me that’s a little ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sentral Forme Houston
"Host must have been having anot so good day. When asked a second time about the garage parking accommodations, she said “you’ve already been told” so I asked to be told again."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
"Everything was excellent. The only thing that I really didn't like was that I stayed for almost 16 days, and when I asked for a one-hour late checkout on the day I was leaving, they didn't authorize it. I think that really made me mad. Thank you."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
"Clean room,restaurant exceptional,excellent staff."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Americas Best Value Inn Medical Center Downtown
"The price was good, the hotel was near the Museum area, and convenient. The rooms were very clean."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Central Houston
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
South Central Houston
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