Things to do in Southwest Houston

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Southwest Houston Attractions

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What to do in Southwest Houston

Free Things to Do in Southwest Houston

Traveling to Southwest Houston on a budget? The following can be seen for zip.

Museum of Southern History - This popular landmark is a wonderful backdrop for a selfie or two.

Greenway Plaza - Widely renowned among the locals, this site is worth a look.

Lakewood Church Central Campus - Mix a little spirituality into your vacation with a visit to this sacred place.

Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park - Develop your green thumb and appreciate the wide variety of plants on show.

Things to Do in Southwest Houston with Kids

Southwest Houston is an excellent destination for a family getaway. Bring the little ones along and enjoy these top family friendly experiences together:


 

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Southwest Houston

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Southwest Houston

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The Galleria

4.5/5(1,957 area reviews)

Travelers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.

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Uptown

4.5/5(336 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Uptown is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Galleria and Williams Tower.

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Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby

4/5(550 area reviews)

Travelers come to Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Highland Village and Richmond Avenue while you're in town.

Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby
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South Main

While you're in South Main, take in top sights like NRG Park and jump on the metro at Fannin South Station to see more of the city.

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West University Place

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about West University Place. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Main Street Theater - Rice Village and Rice Stadium are a few top places to visit.

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Braeswood Place

While Braeswood Place might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like NRG Stadium and NRG Park.

Braeswood Place

 

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Popular day trips from Southwest Houston

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Southwest Houston on a sunny day?
A Haunted Houston Walking Tour - All Ages is the ideal activity for visitors who can't bear the thought of missing a moment of sunshine in Southwest Houston.
What to do in Southwest Houston on a rainy day?
If it's really coming down, these fantastic indoor activities will keep you entertained (and nice and dry!):


What should I not miss in Southwest Houston?
Fabulous sights are easy to come by here, but Houston Zoo and Houston Natural Science Museum are two you simply shouldn't miss.
Are there cheap things to do in Southwest Houston?
If you're traveling on a budget, you may like to add these low-cost tours and activities to your to-do list:


What can you do in Southwest Houston for free?
Your escape to Southwest Houston needn't break the bank with free things like these to keep you on the go:

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Lakewood Church
  • Hermann Park
  • Greenway Plaza

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