Become an Astronaut at Space Center Houston

Immerse yourself in the world of space travel and exploration with interactive exhibits, tram tours, and a real-life shuttle at Space Center Houston!

Last updated: Jan 2024

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General admission: $29.95 (adult), $24.95 (child)
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Discover the wonders of space at Space Center Houston, where you'll find fascinating exhibits on the International Space Station, Mars missions, and the historic Apollo program. Take a tram tour to visit Mission Control, the astronaut training center, and Rocket Park, featuring the awe-inspiring Saturn V rocket. Finish your experience with a visit to Independence Plaza, where you can step inside a real 747 shuttle carrier aircraft and marvel at the scale of the Space Shuttle replica.

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Arrive at Space Center Houston
Explore exhibits on ISS, Mars missions, and Apollo program
Take tram tour to visit Mission Control, astronaut training center, and Rocket Park
Visit Independence Plaza and explore the shuttle carrier aircraft

Location & Hours

1601 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX 77058

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Working Hours

Mon10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tue10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wed10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thu10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Fri10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sat10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sun10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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4.6 ● Google reviews

A fantastic experience! The place is very well put together, and well taken care of! The prices in the cafe and at the gift shops were reasonable. My only complaint was the lack of information for visiting the command center. We didn't know you needed a reservation, so we weren't able to see it.

Very good experience and educational for the young and old. But I hear all the tram tours were included before. Now you have to pay on certain ones. And reservations required. Bummer! Otherwise, our 6 y/o loved it and so did we.

Had a great time with the family at the Space Center. Lots to do and see! Lots of learning! Would definitely recommend. The prices are pretty high though. I thought it would be a little more reasonable since they want people to come and learn. Pay for parking, pay to get in, pay for extras throughout like VR/extra tours. Food is also pricey. Again, loved it, but didn’t expect to spend so much. Plan ahead.

Magnificent place to visit with the family. It took us 5 hours to tour the entire place completely. The story there is spectacular. There is a booth where you can take photos and they become a memory in your home. I recommend buying tickets online because they are cheaper. Overall the experience was phenomenal, and I loved all the exhibits. They've got historical artifacts, a tram tour, and even a moon rock which you can touch. Highly recommend!

It is a must visit place in Houston if you are first time in H-town. If you are live in Houston area, the annual membership is highly recommended. You can purchase online to get the discount and extra free 13th month membership. With the membership, you can park as free which is $10 per parking. Also the membership has some exclusive events and be able to get in the center 30 minutes before the opening time. My kids are loving it and ask to revisit it soon.😀😀

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