Visit River Oaks
Popular places to visit
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention center in Houston. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices 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.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Rice University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.
University of Houston
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around University of Houston, a top university in Houston. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Other neighborhoods around River Oaks
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
If you're spending some time in Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, Houston Arboretum and Nature Center and Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
The Galleria
Travelers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by The Galleria and Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theaters and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Houston Center for Photography while you're exploring the area.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Museum District
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. You can visit top attractions like Houston Zoo and Children's Museum of Houston, and jump on the metro at M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
Midtown
Characterized by a vibrant nightlife and young residents, this central Houston neighborhood boasts Ensemble Theatre, the largest African-American theater company in the US, and various parks like Midtown Park and Elizabeth Baldwin Park. Easily accessible via METRORail Red Line.
River Oaks, TX
- River Oaks Country Club
- NRG Stadium
- MD Anderson Cancer Center
- George R. Brown Convention Center
- Daikin Park
- Toyota Center
- Rice University
- University of Houston
- Houston Zoo
- Westheimer Road
- Memorial City Mall
- Downtown Aquarium
- CityCentre
- NRG Park
- Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land
- Sugar Land Town Square
- Willowbrook Mall
- Texas Southern University
- Discovery Green
- Vintage Park
- Houston Natural Science Museum
- Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
- House of Blues Houston
- Greenway Plaza
- Lakewood Church
- Houston Museum of Fine Arts
- Humble Civic Center
- Children's Museum of Houston
- Sam Houston Race Park
- Memorial Park
- Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center