Visit Central Southwest
Popular places to visit
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 great live music and lively festivals 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.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals 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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Southwest
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
Texas Medical Center
Restaurants, museums and shopping highlight some notable features of Texas Medical Center. Make a stop by Houston Zoo or Hermann Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to get around town.
Houston Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Houston Museum District. Top attractions like Houston Zoo and Children's Museum of Houston are major draws, and you can catch the metro at M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
Southeast Houston
While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Houston Zoo or Hermann Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Houston Zoo or Continental Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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.