NASA's Space Center plus Houston's Official City Tour

Highlights

See both the Space Center Houston and the Johnston Space Center
Go to the heart of the action on a tram tour of Johnson Space Center
Avoid the hassle of driving—this package includes round-trip transport

Summary

Make your way to a central location in downtown Houston to board an open-top bus for a guided tour of the city. See Hermann Park, City Hall, and the Museum District, while listening to recorded commentary that's full of local facts and stories. Next, continue by coach to the Space Center Houston, where scientists and astronauts launch rockets and space programs for NASA. There's also a tram tour of the Johnson Space Center included. Watch NASA staff at work, check out the former and current mission control centers, and see the Saturn V rocket, one of the most powerful rockets ever built. Don't miss the space shuttle replica, Apollo 17, and the International Space Station Gallery's interactive exhibits that explore life on board. Following your free time at the Space Center Houston, meet back up with your driver for the return trip to downtown Houston.

Tour info

Duration

6 hours

Why take this tour?

Discover the history of American space travel at NASA's Space Center Houston, where you can see everything from full-sized rockets to rocks brought back from NASA missions. Plus since this combination package includes round-trip transport and a sightseeing tour of Houston on a double-decker bus, it's a great way to get your bearings in a vibrant city.

What’s included?

Transportation to NASA Space Center and admission ticket is included
Tour Map and orientation
75 minute Houston city tour
Entry/Admission - Houston City Tours
Entry/Admission - Space Center Houston
Guaranteed to skip the lines
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 6h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Face masks provided for travelers
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Houston City Tours

About operator:

Houston City Tours provides guided city tours to all major attractions. City Tour See the historical and cultural delights of Houston on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by Double-Decker bus. From an excellent vantage point on the top deck of the bus, listen to fascinating live commentary as you cruise past important landmarks Rejoin the tour at a time to suit your schedule at any conveniently located stops along the route. BOOK NOW! NASA TOUR Uncover the mysteries of outer space on an exhilarating visit to Space Center Houston, the official visitors center for NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Ride a tram on an orientation tour of the Space Center; see enthralling exhibitions of full-size rockets and rock samples; and marvel at the real Apollo 17 space shuttle, which returned from the moon in 1972 also enjoy Independence Plaza. BOOK NOW! GALVESTON ISLAND TOUR Houston and historic Galveston on a FUN 6-hour tour.