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4.9(7 reviews)

Houston: Driving Tour & NASA Space Center Ticket/Transport

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8 hours
Houston, USA

Full description

Save Round-trip transportation to the NASA Space Center Houston and maximize your time in the Space City on our complimentary driving City Tour of Houston. With this best-value combo experience, Round-trip Transportation to the NASA Space Center which is a 35 - 60 minute ride from the center of Houston. Arrive within an hour of the Space Center gates opening and enjoy a wonderful mix of exhibits including the amazing Independence Plaza, International Space Station, Rocket Park, Life on Mars, Artemis and trams! All guests will have about 5 hours to explore the Space Center at own freedom before boarding the shuttle back to Downtown Houston. On your complimentary driving city tour, take in first-hand views of Houston’s unique architecture and monuments, the beautiful Museum District, and colorful street art. We will have planned stops for some fun cowboy or cowgirl photo opportunities and wonderful Space City memories.

Included / Excluded

  • Tips on maximizing NASA experience and booking NASA tram tours
  • Guided city driving tour in air-conditioned Mercedes shuttle
  • About 5 hours to explore the NASA Space Center at own freedom
  • NASA Space Center General Admission Ticket
  • Recommended tour stops for hop-off photos
  • Round-Trip Transportation from meeting location to NASA Space Center
  • Mission Control Tram Tour (please contact us after booking, limited availability)

Itinerary

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Please meet for check-in outside the Bank of America Tower (Capitol St. side) about 5 minutes before your departure time. Look for NASA shuttle to arrive in front of the giant, colorful Miro sculpture

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Guests will have about 5 hours to explore and enjoy the NASA Space Center at their own freedom before being picked up at the Space Center's front entrance drop-off point for the return trip back to the Bank of America Tower departure point in downtown Houston. There is a 15-minute pick-up window. The Space Center has a wonderful mix of interactive, family-friendly exhibits including the amazing Independence Plaza, International Space Station, Rocket Park, Life on Mars, Artemis and must-do Tram tours!

Duration: 5 hoursAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • SHUTTLE PICK-UP POINT: Bank of America Tower, 800 Capitol St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
  • The NASA Historic Mission Control tram tour included with this package is non-refundable and can be cancelled by NASA due to inclement weather.
  • Tram Tours at the Space Center are subject to availability determined by NASA dependent on seasonal & staffing factors.
  • To best ensure all Tram Tour availability, we would recommend choosing the earlier (9:30 AM & 10:45 AM) departures.
  • Failure to arrive on time may result in a postponed tour subject to tour availability or an abandoned tour if we do not hear from you in advance of the scheduled start time.
  • Children below age of 6 are welcome to join the tour but require their own valid ticket.
  • In the event of bad weather, travelers may opt to reschedule for another date free of charge at their own discretion.

Traveler reviews

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Great day trip to space center

Great day trip. Lots to see and watch. Register for tram rides before going or firstly when arriving. All worth it.

AnonymousJun 6, 2026VIATOR

Houston we have arrived

Very easy pick up and drop off. Definitely take advantage of tram tours and movie/video presentations.

GERALD_HJun 1, 2026VIATOR

An Incredible Day!

Just an excellent day! The learning knowledge, the history, the layout... We thought it to be a great-well spent experience of a day! And you could actually do the 2 day pass to see and experience the entire facility.

Beverly GMay 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Good Tips for the Trip.....

Gets you out to the Space Centre without any stress, the driver will give you heads up information to get the best out of your trip.....worth listening to his suggestions, really helpful. Definitely a great way to get your trip off to the best start.

Debra_TMay 6, 2026VIATOR

Don't miss trip

The virtual experience was amazing I love. Nasa is such a vibe. The organisers were excellent so caring ensuring you had the best of time.

Deborah_WNov 11, 2025VIATOR

Additional information

SHUTTLE PICK-UP POINT: Bank of America Tower, 800 Capitol St, Houston, TX 77002, USA On weekends/holidays, guests will be taken to the NASA Space Center first and do the Driving tour following their return from NASA. Tram Tours at the Space Center are subject to availability determined by NASA dependent on seasonal & staffing factors. Please contact us after booking due to limited availability
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