Houston Attractions and Things to Do

Houston attractions are sure to excite you, no matter what brings you to town. Our medical and business guests appreciate our central location to the outdoor recreation of Hermann Park, shopping at the Houston Galleria and big events at Reliant Park.

In fact, we'll even take you straight to the action. Utilize our prompt complimentary shuttle for a free trip to the Texas Medical Center, the Galleria and other area stores. Learn about our Houston hotel's free shuttle service.

Houston Attractions near Holiday Inn Houston Medical Center

After a long day at the clinic or office, you deserve a good time. Don't miss an opportunity to explore these favorite Houston things to do:

Houston Family Attractions

• Hermann Park – public park is home to the Houston Zoo and Hermann Park Golf Course
• Houston Galleria – the largest shopping mall in Houston features over 375 stores
• Houston Zoo – humongous zoo, home to over 4,500 animals to see and discover
• Bayou Place – shopping, dining and entertainment complex in downtown Houston
• Rice Village – an exciting shopping and dining neighborhood west of Rice University
• Space Center Houston – the visitors wing of the NASA Space Center in Houston, offers fantastic exhibits and tours

Houston Sports and Events Venues

• Edwin Hornberger Conference Center – This chic Houston events venue is newly reopened with over 13,000 sq. ft. and exquisite on-site catering. Located in walking distance; 0.2 mile by foot and 0.4 mile by car.
  
• Reliant Park – the premier destination for Houston events.
• Reliant Stadium – home to the NFL Houston Texans and annual site of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
• Reliant Center – major convention/exhibition center adjacent to Reliant Stadium
• Minute Maid Park – home to the MLB Houston Astros - stay at our Houston hotel, the closest Holiday Inn to the Park!
• Toyota Center – home to the NBA Houston Rockets and AHL Houston Aeros
• George R. Brown Convention Center - a state-of-the-art conference and expo facility in downtown Houston. The #1 location for conference events in Houston, TX.

Houston Cultural Attractions

• Houston Museum District – Houston's world-famous museum district combines 18 prestigious museums all located within a 1.5-mile radius.
• Houston Museum of Natural Science – popular Houston museum is one of the most attended science museums in the nation
• Houston Theatre District – a trendy area of downtown Houston with 9 performance centers
• Children's Museum of Houston – one of the nation's preeminent children's museums features a variety of interactive exhibits
• Miller Outdoor Theatre – beautiful amphitheatre-style band shell in Hermann Park hosts free concerts

Houston Universities and Colleges
Holiday Inn Houston Medical Center Hotel is located for quick access to several Houston Universities, including Rice University less than one mile away. Our guests enjoy complimentary shuttle service to Rice University, the University of Houston, and Texas Southern University. We also offer special rates for students. Learn more.

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