South Central Houston Travel Guide
Houston
Visit South Central Houston
Popular places to visit
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
University of Houston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Houston during your travels in Houston. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Houston Zoo
With a huge collection of animals, a water park and a cinema, Houston Zoo is a great day out for the family.
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 lively festivals.
Houston Museum of Fine Arts
Bursting with works of art by international artists, this architecturally unique museum is one of Houston’s top cultural attractions.
Texas Southern University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Texas Southern University during your travels in Houston. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in South Central Houston
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
"This is an excellent hotel, great staff, rooms are excellent and close to local Red line tram and eateries in the Medical Center district"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
"Great place to stay"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
"Nice hotel and wonderful staff"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
"The bathroom door hard to close,it keeps on opening. No microwave to warm food"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Sentral Forme Houston
"We had a great stay loved the view and the spot it's self."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
"Very relaxed stay, cleaned and very close and convenient to Houston Methodist Hospital."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Check South Central Houston hotel availability
Where to stay in South Central Houston
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
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.
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.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Rothko Chapel while you're exploring the area.
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 of the city at Bell Station or Downtown Transit Center Station.
