Visit Second Ward
Popular places to visit
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention center in Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene 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 acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Rice University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
Things to do
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
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Other neighborhoods around Second Ward
Houston Central Business District
If you're spending time in Houston Central Business District, check out sights like Toyota Center or House of Blues Houston and hop on the metro to see more the city at Bell Station or Main Street Square Station.
Downtown Houston
Largest central business district in Texas, this area boasts major league sports venues, a vibrant Theater District, and shopping options like GreenStreet. Easily navigate with public transportation options like METRORail and bus lines.
Greater Third Ward
While you're in Greater Third Ward, take in top sights like Fertitta Center or 2209 Dowling Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Midtown
Characterized by a vibrant nightlife and young residents, this central Houston neighborhood boasts Ensemble Theatre, the largest African-American theater company in the US, and various parks like Midtown Park and Elizabeth Baldwin Park. Easily accessible via METRORail Red Line.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Children's Museum of Houston or Houston Natural Science Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Houston Museum District
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Houston Museum District. You can visit top attractions like Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum, and jump on the metro at M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city.
- Houston Maritime Museum
- MD Anderson Cancer Center
- George R. Brown Convention Center
- Toyota Center
- NASA Johnson Space Center
- Daikin Park
- Rice University
- Space Center Houston
- University of Houston
- Houston Zoo
- Memorial City Mall
- Downtown Aquarium
- CityCentre
- Willowbrook Mall
- Sam Houston Race Park
- Golf Club of Houston
- Discovery Green
- Pearland Town Center
- Deerbrook Mall
- Baybrook Mall
- Humble Civic Center