River Oaks Travel Guide
Houston
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Popular places to visit
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.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in River Oaks
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The breakfast was to expensive for the same food also there was no soap to bath with just lotion the dishes were still in the dishwasher also tjere were no hotel carts available only one for that big hotel now the staff all nice also ot was 845am and the housekeeping staff knocked on the door wanting ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
The carpet need replacement or deep cleaning I booked single queen bed but received two twin The smell of the room was not good
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Love the area. A lot to do. The hotel was clean. I would recommend!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Love love love the Whitehall. Staff was accommodating, Great ambiance - The aroma of fresh roses wafted throughout the Property Fixtures were a little tired, To know fault of their own: street work going on that limited access to the Property. Disappointed that one of the 3 restaurants was in a steakhouse ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Their front desk staff was amazing! They were kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Staff is super attentive. Valet are wonderful. Rooms in need of renovation. Restaurant is not good. Great location. Hope this historic building gets renovated and brought back to life.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Oaks
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
While visiting Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course and Houston Arboretum and Nature Center.
The Galleria
Travellers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.
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 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 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 Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.
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.
