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Houston First
ABOUT US
Houston, the fourth-largest city in the United States, is a dynamic and diverse destination known for its world-class culinary scene, rich arts and culture, and vibrant hospitality industry. Home to over 10,000 restaurants, renowned museums, professional sports teams, and an extensive network of green spaces, Houston offers an immersive experience that blends Southern hospitality with global influences.
As a premier destination for both leisure and business travelers, Houston features major attractions such as Space Center Houston, the Museum District, and the Theater District, along with an award-winning convention center, thriving nightlife, and a bustling shopping scene. VisitHouston.com is the go-to resource for planning a trip, offering insider tips, event listings, and helpful travel tools.
OUR IMPACT
Houston First Corporation is dedicated to ensuring tourism drives inclusive and sustainable economic growth. Programs like the Houston Insider Program equip hospitality workers to direct visitors to local, minority-owned, and culturally rich businesses that reflect Houston’s diversity.
We actively promote BIPOC, LGBTQ+, disabled, and women-owned businesses, ensuring our tourism marketing represents the city’s vibrant communities. Cultural preservation is also central—through landmarks like the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum and storytelling initiatives such as Houston Signature Experiences, we honor the city’s rich heritage.
Nonprofits, social enterprises, and mission-driven businesses help shape meaningful visitor experiences while supporting the local community.
Houston First also champions Nature Positive Travel by supporting green-certified hotels, sustainable transport like METRORail, and eco-attractions such as Buffalo Bayou Park and the Houston Arboretum.
Our goal is to offer authentic, community-based experiences that create lasting connections between visitors and the people of Houston.
DETAILS
Learn more at:
www.visithouston.com/about-us
www.houstonfirst.com