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Houston Space Center Ticket With NASA Expert Guide & Transport

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Houston, USA
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On average, this is booked 12 (2.33) days in advance.

6 to 7 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

With this combo package, enjoy round-trip transportation and general admission tickets to Space Center Houston with your NASA-expert guide who will navigate your group through the Space Center's most noteworthy exhibits, presentation theaters, and the amazing "Rocket Park".

During this 5 hour daily excursion, our expert guide will have you experiencing Space Center Houston like a true NASA All-Star including boarding a 905 Space Shuttle, seeing a live presentation from a real-life NASA astronaut currently stationed at the International Space Station, learning about the possibilities beyond planet Earth with the Starship Gallery displays, marveling at the future of special travel with the futuristic Artemis exhibit, and riding the trams!

With so many amazing things including the Saturn V Rocket, one-of-a-kind Independence Plaza, and stargazing Starship Gallery, your NASA-expert guide can also take group photos for memories to last a lifetime!

What's Included

  • Tips on maximizing NASA experience and booking free tram tours based on NASA's availability
  • NASA Exhibits & Recommendations Sheet
  • General Admission (GA) ticket to the NASA Space Center
  • Food / Optional Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

800 Capitol Street
Houston, TX 77002, USA

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

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Downtown Houston (pass by)

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
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Space Center Houston

Travelers will have about 5 hours to explore and enjoy the NASA Space Center with local Expert Guide before being picked up at the Space Center's front entrance / drop-off point. There is a 15-minute pick-up window.
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5 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility or require frequent stops
  • 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 earliest (9:30 AM) departures.
  • In the event of bad weather, travelers may opt to reschedule for another date free of charge at their own discretion.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Houston Space Center Ticket With NASA Expert Guide & Transport?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-192749P6

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Average 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 240 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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On average, this is booked 12 (2.33) days in advance.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Tips on maximizing NASA experience and booking free tram tours based on NASA's availability
  • NASA Exhibits & Recommendations Sheet
  • General Admission (GA) ticket to the NASA Space Center
  • Round-Trip Transport from meeting point to NASA Space Center in a Mercedes/Ford Shuttle or black SUV
  • English-speaking Expert Guide will accompany group inside Space Center for visit
  • Skip the long lines at the entrance gates with your expert guide (as applicable)
  • Food / Optional Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility or require frequent stops
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • SHUTTLE PICK-UP POINT: Bank of America Tower, 800 Capitol St, Houston, TX 77002, USA.
  • To book the optional Mission Control Tram add-on tour, choose the MISSION CONTROL upgraded combo or please contact us at least 48 - 72 hours in advance to purchase tickets (LIMITED AVAILABILITY).
  • 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 earliest (9:30 AM) departures.
  • In the event of bad weather, travelers may opt to reschedule for another date free of charge at their own discretion.
  • The NASA Historic Mission Control tram tour included with select packages is non-refundable and can be cancelled by NASA due to inclement weather.
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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