Southeast Houston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southeast Houston
Popular places to visit
University of Houston
Walk around the campus of University of Houston, a top university in Houston. Experience the great live music and lively festivals 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 theatre scene and great live music.
Hermann Park
Home to the Museum of Natural Science and Houston Zoo, this large city-centre park is perfect for exercising, relaxing or enjoying a picnic.
Cockrell Butterfly Center
Why not meet the animals who call Cockrell Butterfly Center home during your holiday in Houston? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
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.
Activities
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Astroville Best of Houston City Driving Tour with Live Guide
Our pick of the best Southeast Houston Hotel Deals
Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport
My stay was great and I like how the shuttle service went beyond to help me at the airport
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
Joy checked us in took great care of all the details. Thank you!
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
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Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
Property was very clean and safe was very friendly.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
The airport shuttle was quick and easy. We enjoyed our brief stay.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Hobby Airport
Close to expressway
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Houston
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.
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.
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like TDECU Stadium or Eldorado Ballroom and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Museum District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in 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.
Midtown
Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Continental Club and Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around.
Houston Convention District
If you're looking for things to see and do in Houston Convention District, ample dining options and great live music are highlights. You might also check out Kinder Lake while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Convention District Station to get around town.
