South Central Houston, TX
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Popular places to visit

Rice University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Rice University, during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.

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

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 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 theater scene and lively festivals.

Houston Methodist Hospital
Though Houston Methodist Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston while you are here.

Texas Children's Hospital
Though Texas Children's Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston while you are here.
Things to do

Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)

Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
South Central Houston Hotel Deals

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Downtowner Inns - Houston Downtown

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

InterContinental Houston by IHG

DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
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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 Carl Lewis International Track and Field Complex 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
- University of Houston
- Houston Zoo
- Houston Natural Science Museum
- Houston Museum of Fine Arts
- Children's Museum of Houston
- Texas Southern University
- Hermann Park
- Main Street Theater - Rice Village
- Continental Club
- Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston
- Houston Fire Museum
- Rice Stadium
- Health Museum
- James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape
- TDECU Stadium
- Carl Lewis International Track and Field Complex
- Ensemble Theatre
- Conrad Hilton Archives
- Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
- Holocaust Museum Houston
- Cullen Sculpture Garden
