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Reserved entry to the Space Center at your preferred time and the flexibility to explore at your own pace.
Reserved entry to the Space Center at your preferred time and the flexibility to explore at your own pace.
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Mighty and massive, the Saturn V rocket sent Americans to the moon. Of the three on display worldwide, this is the only rocket with fully flight-certified hardware, made of various unused rocket components. Walk under this giant, which stands 363 feet tall and weighs 6.2 million pounds when fully fueled.
Experience the world's only shuttle replica, Independence, mounted atop the original NASA 905 shuttle carrier aircraft. You can enter both the shuttle and the aircraft to explore interactive exhibits about the Space Shuttle Program and its impact on current and future space exploration.
Home to flown spacecraft and national treasures, the gallery features the Apollo 17 Command Module, Mercury 9, Gemini 5, and a full-size Skylab trainer. Visitors can also touch a real Moon rock and learn about the history of human spaceflight.
The gallery showcases one of the world's most comprehensive collections of astronaut apparel. It includes spacesuits from various missions, such as those worn by Apollo, Skylab, and ISS astronauts.
An interactive exhibit that delves into NASA's plans for Mars exploration. You can experience a simulated Orion capsule, touch a Mars meteorite, and learn about the technology that will take humans to the Red Planet.
This gallery provides insights into life aboard the ISS, the largest structure built in space. It features interactive live shows, a Robonaut, and actual flown space station artifacts. It celebrates over two decades of continuous human habitation in space.
Enjoy educational films and live presentations that provide updates on current NASA missions and insights into astronaut life aboard the ISS. These are included with general admission and are held in venues like the Mission Briefing Center and Destiny Theater.
Participate in real space science experiments and learn about the importance of scientific research conducted in space. The Science Deck offers hands (and brains)-on activities that demonstrate the impact of space science on our daily lives.
A behind-the-scenes tour of the NASA Johnson Space Center, which includes visits to the historic Mission Control, astronaut training facilities, and Rocket Park, home of the massive Saturn V rocket. You can book this by visiting the Guest Services Desk on the day of your visit.
Address: 1601 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX 77058, United States | Find on Maps
Getting here from Downtown Houston:
The space center is equipped for various disabilities, including physical, visual, and hard-of-hearing. General facilities include:
Quick visit (2 hours)
Half-day (4 hours)
Full-day (7+ hours)
The Food Lab is a multi-concept eatery with a marketplace, coffee bar, and various food stations, such as:
Visit Space Trader, the official gift store at Space Center Houston, for official NASA merchandise, toys, gifts, memorabilia, and more.
Location: 1601 NASA Parkway Houston, TX, 77058 | Find on Maps
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The Space Center has an online gift shop with a selection of merchandise, including apparel, toys, and memorabilia.
It's advisable to book your Space Center Houston tickets at least a week in advance of your visit date. This is especially important during peak times like weekends, holidays, and school breaks, when the center experiences higher attendance.
Children aged 3 and under can enter for free. Reduced-price tickets are available for kids aged 4–11.
General admission gives you access to all permanent exhibits, galleries, films, live shows, and the NASA Tram Tour (boarding pass required on-site).
Yes, rentals like strollers, wheelchairs, and scooters have a small fee. Food, souvenirs, and paid parking ($10 per vehicle) are not included in the ticket price.
Try to arrive on time, but if you're late, staff will usually accommodate you at the next available slot, subject to crowd levels.
You can pick it up inside the center, at the Guest Services desk. It’s first-come, first-served, so collect it early in your visit to avoid missing out.
Absolutely. It’s one of the most engaging science centers in the country—with a real spacecraft, interactive exhibits, and access to NASA’s Johnson Space Center.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance with full refund.
