Space Center Houston

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Space Center Houston is the official visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston. It offers a wide range of exhibits including flown spacecraft, astronaut suits, and moon rocks. Visitors can explore hands-on exhibits, theaters, and live shows that cover the history and future of space exploration.

The center features Independence Plaza with the original shuttle carrier aircraft NASA 905 and the Lunar Vault where visitors can touch one of the few moon rocks available to the public. The astronaut training facility and George W.S. Abbey rocket park are also part of the experience, with tours available on-site.

The NASA Tram Tour provides a closer look at working facilities at Johnson Space Center. The center is suitable for all ages, with free admission for children under 3 and special child ticket policies for older children. Some activities take place outdoors, so comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended.

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Space Center Houston Price & Options

General Admission

Get full access to all permanent and traveling exhibits, 3 theaters, live shows, and over 400 space artifacts. Includes tours of the astronaut training facility and George W.S. Abbey rocket park. Admission is valid for the specified date.

Inclusions

  • Admission to all permanent and traveling hands-on exhibits
  • Admission to 3 theaters and live shows
  • Access to over 400 space artifacts
  • Astronaut training facility tour
  • George W.S. Abbey rocket park tour
US$ 29.93 US$ 28.93

Highlights

  • Visit the official visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center
  • See the original shuttle carrier aircraft NASA 905 at Independence Plaza
  • Touch a moon rock inside the Lunar Vault
  • View flown spacecraft including Gemini V, Faith 7, and Apollo 17
  • Explore a comprehensive spacesuit collection including astronaut Pete Conrad’s spacesuit
  • Access over 400 space artifacts, theaters, and live shows
  • Take the NASA Tram Tour to see working facilities at Johnson Space Center

What's Included

  • Admission to all permanent and traveling hands-on exhibits
  • Admission to 3 theaters and live shows
  • Access to over 400 space artifacts
  • Astronaut training facility tour (book on-site)
  • George W.S. Abbey rocket park tour (book on-site)
  • NASA Tram Tour (boarding pass required)

What's Not Included

  • Audio guide

  • Hotel pick up and drop off

  • Simulator experiences

  • Parking

  • Historic mission control tour (available to book on-site at an additional cost)

  • Other personal expenses

  • Tips and gratuities

Child Adult Policy

  • Children aged 0-3 are free of charge
  • Children aged 0-11 must be accompanied by a paying adult
  • Children aged 12 and older pay the adult rate
  • Children aged 4-11 require a child ticket

Opening Hours

  • Monday to Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Thursday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Peak visitation occurs on weekends, holidays, and throughout the summer; early arrival is recommended during these times
  • Subject to change.

Things To Know

  • Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing as some experiences and tram tours take place outdoors.
  • Wear comfortable shoes as the centre is large and involves significant walking.
  • NASA Tram Tours are popular and may require advance planning or separate boarding passes.
  • Arrive at your selected entry time as tickets are timed for admission.
  • Large bags, suitcases and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the facility.
  • All bags are subject to security screening before entry.
  • Weapons, alcohol, large quantities of food, drones and camera equipment such as tripods are not permitted.
  • Photography is allowed in most areas, but not inside theatres and some restricted zones.
  • Service animals are permitted, but pets are not allowed.

Location

  • Space Center Houston
  • 1601 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX 77058, United States
  • Please refer to the map for assistance

Cancellation Policy

  • Free Cancellation: Cancel at least 48 hours before the scheduled visit to receive a refund.
  • Late Cancellation: Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the scheduled visit will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
  • Refund Processing Charges: Approximately 4% will be deducted from the refundable amount to cover payment gateway and refund transaction fees. These charges are not retained by JTR Holidays.

FAQs

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You can see flown spacecraft, astronaut suits, moon rocks, and explore hands-on exhibits, theaters, and live shows. You can also visit Independence Plaza, the Lunar Vault, the astronaut training facility, and take the NASA Tram Tour.
The center is open Monday to Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Thursday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Peak times are weekends, holidays, and summer, so early arrival is recommended then.
Children aged 0-3 enter free. Children aged 0-11 must be with a paying adult. Children aged 4-11 need a child ticket, and those 12 and older pay the adult rate.
Admission includes all permanent and traveling hands-on exhibits, 3 theaters and live shows, access to over 400 space artifacts, astronaut training facility tour, George W.S. Abbey rocket park tour, and the NASA Tram Tour (boarding pass required).
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and shoes because some tours are outdoors and involve a lot of walking. Large bags and some items like weapons and drones are not allowed. Photography is allowed except in theaters and some zones.
It is located at 1601 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX 77058, United States. You can refer to the map for help finding it.
You can cancel for free if you do so at least 48 hours before your visit. Late cancellations less than 48 hours before will be charged 100%. About 4% is deducted from refunds for processing fees.
Audio guides, hotel pick up/drop off, simulator experiences, parking, historic mission control tour, personal expenses, and tips are not included.