First Colony Travel Guide
Houston
Visit First Colony
Popular places to visit
NRG Stadium
Catch an event at NRG Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention centre in Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices 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.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
Things to do
Ticket for Magic Show Theater in Houston
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Top hotels in First Colony
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
"Definitely will return"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
"We love staying at this Zaza for Houston museums, zoo, and Hermann park visits. Price is elevated, but the quality of stay is top notch. Very spacious room at standard rate. Turndown service with a Moon Pie or chocolate, and a bottle of water. Over the span of a couple of days, we had an excellent ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
"The room was smaller than I originally thought, but functional and clean! I would stay here again!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Whitehall Houston
"Hotel was excellent!! We had an early flight and we were allowed to check in early and get rest. The concierge host was great and very understanding of how tired we were. I just wish I would’ve got her name. Beds fluffy and comfy, shower water pressure was great and our rooms were very clean. I 100% ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Nice clean and comfortable room"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
"By the beach"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around First Colony
Westchase
Visitors highly recommend Westchase for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Royal Oaks Village while you're in town.
Memorial
Memorial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Memorial City Mall or Town and Country Village.
The Galleria
Travellers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
Texas Medical Center
Well liked for its restaurants, museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Texas Medical Center. Attractions like Houston Zoo are a major draw, and you can hop on the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to see more of the city.
