The Woodlands travel guide

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You're Going to Love The Woodlands

With a population of 93,847, The Woodlands is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. The Woodlands deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in The Woodlands

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jasper's - The Woodlands (9595 Six Pines Dr) and Brio Italian Grille - Woodlands (1201 Lake Woodlands Drive) are great picks.

Most popular restaurants in The Woodlands

Steakhouse
Wonderful (716 reviews)
Brazilian
Very good (276 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (230 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (208 reviews)
Seafood
Wonderful (187 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (716 reviews)
Brazilian
Very good (276 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (230 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (208 reviews)
Seafood
Wonderful (187 reviews)

When to visit The Woodlands

The Woodlands in May
Estimated hotel price
$144
1 night at 3-star hotel
The Woodlands in May
Estimated hotel price
$144
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to The Woodlands

Plane

When flying to The Woodlands, you’ll arrive at Houston George Bush Airport (IAH), which is located 23 km from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to The Woodlands. The train journey from The Woodlands to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lafayette, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to The Woodlands is to pick up a car rental from Dallas, which is about 318 km from The Woodlands. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Fox, among others, in Dallas.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to The Woodlands, including RedCoach, Megabus and FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to The Woodlands takes 257 km and will cost you around $48. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 290 km.

Plane

When flying to The Woodlands, you’ll arrive at Houston George Bush Airport (IAH), which is located 23 km from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to The Woodlands. The train journey from The Woodlands to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lafayette, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to The Woodlands is to pick up a car rental from Dallas, which is about 318 km from The Woodlands. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Fox, among others, in Dallas.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to The Woodlands, including RedCoach, Megabus and FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to The Woodlands takes 257 km and will cost you around $48. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 290 km.

Airlines serving The Woodlands

Lufthansa
Good (4,606 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,591 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,283 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,925 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,711 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,506 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of The Woodlands

Most booked hotels in The Woodlands

Houston CityPlace Marriott at Springwoods Village
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 383 reviews)
$187+
Hyatt Centric The Woodlands
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 301 reviews)
$264+
The Westin at The Woodlands
4 stars
Excellent (9, 209 reviews)
$246+
Drury Inn & Suites Houston The Woodlands
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 769 reviews)
$114+
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 342 reviews)
$231+
Hyatt Place Houston/The Woodlands
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 429 reviews)
$167+

Renting a car in The Woodlands

Renting a car in The Woodlands costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in The Woodlands.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in The Woodlands (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in The Woodlands is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Nissan Altima or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in The Woodlands costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in The Woodlands.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in The Woodlands (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in The Woodlands is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Nissan Altima or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.