South Central Houston, TX
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Popular places to visit

Rice University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and great live music.

Houston Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Houston Zoo home during your trip to Houston? Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.

University of Houston
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Houston, during your travels in Houston. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals in this vibrant area.

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 theater scene.

Houston Natural Science Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices.

Houston Museum of Fine Arts
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Houston Museum of Fine Arts during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
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

Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)

NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
South Central Houston Hotel Deals

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

InterContinental Houston by IHG

Sentral Forme Houston

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl
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Other neighborhoods around South Central Houston

Greater Third Ward
While you're in Greater Third Ward, take in top sights like Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives or Fertitta Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.

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.

East Downtown Houston
Get to know East Downtown Houston and its many features like its restaurants and live music. You might want to explore sights like Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues, and you can jump on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the city.

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 Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum, and jump on 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 the city at Bell Station or Downtown Transit Center Station.

Downtown Houston
Largest central business district in Texas, this area boasts major league sports venues, a vibrant Theater District, and shopping options like GreenStreet. Easily navigate with public transportation options like METRORail and bus lines.
South Central Houston, TX
- MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Rice University
- Houston Zoo
- University of Houston
- Children's Museum of Houston
- Houston Natural Science Museum
- Houston Museum of Fine Arts
- Texas Southern University
- Hermann Park
- Main Street Theater - Rice Village
- Continental Club
- TDECU Stadium
- Rice Stadium
- Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston
- Miller Outdoor Theater
- Houston Fire Museum
- Health Museum
- Ensemble Theatre
- Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research
- Buffalo Soldiers National Museum