Search hotels in Downtown Houston

Downtown Houston, a thriving commercial district, combines the best of modern culture and design. It also demonstrates an appreciative awareness of the past, with historical museums and architecture and centuries-old culture.

Things to do

An exploration of Houston’s downtown district starts with its tunnel system. Offering shelter during rain and welcome protection from the summer heat, this 10-kilometre network of interlinked tunnels even has underground shops and restaurants.

Once you’ve emerged from the tunnels, discover the world of Houston’s museums. While the city’s main museum district is further south, Downtown Houston is also home to several museums. Most notably, the Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park is a collection of historic buildings that teach visitors about the realities of day-to-day life in the 20th century.

Discovery Green, located at the eastern edge of downtown, is a five-hectare park with performance spaces, public art, playgrounds and a jogging trail. Just a few blocks away you’ll find Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros. Catch a game or take a public tour of the ballpark and learn about its connection to the area’s railroads.

Houston has a thriving restaurant scene where you can sample some of the local cuisines. For a taste of the area’s take on Southern food, head to The Moonshiners Southern Table + Bar. To try the Louisiana-style Cajun food that has become a vital part of Houston’s food scene, head to Zydeco Louisiana Diner.

Getting around

Thanks to its tunnels, Downtown Houston is fairly pedestrian-friendly, especially in the main commercial area. The free-to-ride Greenlink buses run along two loops in the downtown area, stopping near many major attractions.