Visit First Colony
Popular places to visit
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 theatre scene 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.
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Top hotels in First Colony
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
For the most part it was a great Stay
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Great service
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
The Whitehall Houston
Nice staff
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Room was clean, wish they could have explained the parking in more detail but it was a nice stay
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Not much service but adequate and clean stay.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
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, Uptown Park and The Galleria are top sights worth seeing.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Astrodome, 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.
