Museum District Travel Guide
Houston
Visit Museum District
Popular places to visit
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 art galleries and entertainment choices.
NRG Stadium
Catch an event at NRG Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention centre in Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries 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.
MD Anderson Cancer Center
If MD Anderson Cancer Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston.
Top hotels in Museum District
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Great place!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
10/10
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Beat dealnin Downtown Houston
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staff friendly, hotel clean, quiet area. Would book again if in Houston
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
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Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Rooms where dusty, coffee pots didn't work, Faucet leaked. The hallway smelled musty, I was totally shocked at the $50 dollars a day for parking! That would have cost more the rental car by double! The staff was really good and very polite, no complaints there at all! Food was good but limited. Overall ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum District
Texas Medical Center
Well liked for its restaurants, museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Texas Medical Center. Attractions like Houston Zoo are a major draw, and you can hop on the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to see more of the city.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Children's Museum of Houston or Houston Natural Science Museum 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.
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.
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives 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.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Astrodome, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
