South Central Houston
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Popular places to visit
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
University of Houston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Houston during your travels in Houston. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Houston Zoo
Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.
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 lively festivals.
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 art galleries.
Things to do
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston All Access Admission Ticket
Top hotels in South Central Houston
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Clean room
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Downtowner Inns - Houston Downtown
Room was nice, clean and close to midtown
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Extremely helpful staff, excellent service. Location is convenient to everything.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
Great hotel - feels like a moment of vacation while going to the medical center
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
Very nice and clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Love the intercontinental
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Central Houston
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Carl Lewis International Track and Field Complex 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.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston and Continental Club are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
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.
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 Main Street Square 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.
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
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