Houston NASA Space Center Round-Trip Transport & Tip-Sheet
Description
Save money on round-trip transportation and helpful tips for your NASA Space Center Houston visit and maximize your time in the Space City! With this best-value round-trip transportation package, enjoy seamless Round-trip Transportation on board our Mercedes Sprinter Shuttle from our Downtown Houston pick-up/drop-off spot to the iconic NASA Space Center which is a 45 - 60 minute ride from the center of Houston. Early departures will 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! Use our NASA Tip-sheet to easily navigate the Space Center and organize your visit. Enjoy tips to locate the best attractions, exhibits, presentations, and even sign-up for free trams inside the Space Center! All guests will have about 5 hours to explore the Space Center at their own freedom before boarding the shuttle back to Downtown Houston.
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Itinerary
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.
Travelers will have about 5 hours to explore and enjoy the NASA Space Center before being picked up at the Space Center's front entrance / drop-off point. There is a 10-minute pick-up window.
After travelers enjoy 5 hours at the NASA Space Center, our Mercedes Shuttle typically will depart from the NASA Space Center entrance to return all travelers back to the original downtown meeting location at the Bank of America Tower.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- SHUTTLE PICK-UP POINT: Bank of America Tower, 800 Capitol St, Houston, TX 77002, USA.
- General Admission (GA) tickets for NASA Space Center are already INCLUDED with both LUXE and DELUXE ticket options.
- To book the optional Mission Control Tram (add-on tour) in advance, please contact us to purchase tickets (limited availability need to book at least 48 - 72 hours in advance).
- 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) departure times.
- 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.
- Children below age of 6 are welcome to join the tour but require their own valid ticket.
- 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.
Reviews(52)
We were told there were 5 shuttles to ride. Tickets were needed. Our expectations we’d get shuttle tickets as we prepared forr each shuttle ride. After the first two shuttle rides we went back to get a shuttle ride to mission control. We were told there was a charge for that one and they had sold out for the day. We were from NC and had only one day at Houston Space Center. We had admission tickets for two months with the expectation we’d be able to see everything. Disappointed to find our ticket purchase didn’t cover the things we felt were important. Viator could have done a better job preparing people their admission ticket didn’t cover everything you’d want to do. Also, having people show up and have to park in a parking garage with little information how to navigate the parking and finding the shuttle bus could have been much better. Another disappointment.
Dear Future Guests & Riders, Our Houston NASA Space Center Round-Trip Transport & Tip-Sheet product listing very clearly states: 1. "To book the optional Mission Control Tram (add-on tour) in advance, please contact us to purchase tickets (limited availability need to book at least 48 - 72 hours in advance)." 2. Tram Tours at the Space Center are subject to availability determined by NASA dependent on seasonal & staffing factors. From this review, it seems like the guest successfully participated in all THREE (3) FREE trams available onsite in thanks to our helpful NASA Tip Sheet and timely arrival within the first 10 minutes of the entrance gates opening. NOTE, NASA's FREE trams are ONLY available onsite on a first-come, first-serve basis which means arriving early is essential to participating on all the FREE trams! The guest is complaining because he/she didn't get the NASA Historic Mission Control Tram (add-on tour) for FREE without paying for the add-on tour like everyone else who went to the Space Center that day. Additionally, all guests receive the link to book their Historic Mission Control Tram (add-on tour) directly located on their Viator voucher. Upon checking, this guest paid $60-70 per person for the cheapest STANDARD ticket option where as the guests whom got their Mission Control tickets paid $115- $125 per person for our NASA Triple Play Combo and/or other combos which include the cost Mission Control Tram (add-on tour) per the product specifications listed. Lastly, our shuttle departure point is a centrally located skyscraper in the middle of Downtown, and all guests receive detailed instructions with license plates info, driver information, driver contact information and parking link suggestions about two (2) hours before departure. It seems as if this Disappointment could have been avoided if this guest knew to simply read and follow basic instructions instead of thinking he/she is entitled to whatever their expectations were for the cheapest product option that he/she selected. We are happy to have saved the guest time, money, and stress that they would have surely incurred had they tried going to the Space Center by themselves.
We had to visit NASA when in Houston. The transporation van was comfortable and our driver, Mike was pleasant and courteous. NASA didn't dissappoint even with the passing showers due to Hirrocane Bertha hitting the Gulf. Dont miss the Mission Control Tour (added charge) but pro tip, do all the tours first, then the movies, then the rest of NASA.
Our driver was prompt, professional, and exceptionally courteous, making the trip comfortable from start to finish. Our tour guide, Meredith, was absolutely outstanding! Her knowledge of the Houston Space Center was extensive and truly impressive, and her passion for NASA was both inspiring and contagious. She brought every exhibit and story to life with enthusiasm and expertise. Meredith was also incredibly attentive, ensuring that every member of the group felt included, comfortable, and well taken care of throughout the tour. She made the experience memorable, engaging, and enjoyable. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and highly recommend this tour!
The drive was nice and so convenient, loved not having to worry about renting a car, dealing with traffic and parking. It was also nice being able to get our entrance tickets and Mission Control tickets on the shuttle. I did four stars because I wish the driver had given us hints on must see activities and had told us to make our first stop at the customer service desk to get the free tram tour tickets. We didn’t do that so when we finally made our way over there one tour was completely out of tickets for the day and another had no availability before our 3pm departure. We still had a great day and there was plenty to do to fill our time but this will be helpful for future visitors.
Great option if you do not want to drive or waste time buying tickets. The ride was on time. Thank you Viator!
Disappointed. Not at all the same great experience as the center in Florida. Much smaller and many of the “attractions” are for kids. Missed all of the tram tours, all fully booked by 12:30. These are probably the highlights but since I wasn’t able to go I don’t know. Too bad, really looked forward to this.
Very good and interesting experience. Transport was super convenient and on time
Overall fun. Price was reasonable. Spent 4 hours there which was enough amount of time. The trams running to other areas were slow and not run properly. They need to revamp this process!
Transportation was on time and efficient, good communication. Well worth the extra for a guide - learnt so much and Meredith had a personal connection so got so many extra insights. Did get a very last-minute notice of a change of time due to off peak policy which we were not expecting.
Our driver Edgardo was on time, he was very approachable and brought good vibes throughout our trip. He explained very well everything that we need to know about the entire tour.
