Space Center Houston, Houston

Name: Space Center Houston
Address: 1601 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, 77058, United States
Telephone: +1 281-244-2100

#1 among attractions in Houston

Museum, Science museum

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Facts and practical information

Space Center Houston is the official visitor center of NASA's Johnson Space Center, located in Houston, Texas, and serves as a premier educational museum dedicated to the adventures and achievements of America's space program. With a wide array of fascinating exhibits, educational programs, and interactive experiences, it's a must-see destination for space enthusiasts and families alike.

Established as an educational component of the Johnson Space Center, Space Center Houston offers an immersive journey through the history of space exploration. Visitors can marvel at authentic spacecraft, including the historic Apollo 17 command module and a full-size replica of the Space Shuttle Independence mounted on top of the original NASA 905 shuttle carrier aircraft. The center also houses the largest collection of moon rocks on public display.

One of the highlights of Space Center Houston is the chance to go behind the scenes on the NASA Tram Tour, which takes guests to see the actual working facilities of the Johnson Space Center. This includes Mission Control, where NASA monitors and supports astronauts during their missions, and the astronaut training facilities.

Educational programs are at the heart of the center's mission, with engaging exhibits that help visitors understand the complexities of space travel. Interactive displays, live shows, and encounters with real NASA astronauts provide an unparalleled learning experience for people of all ages.

Space Center Houston is open year-round, offering a chance to experience the wonders of the universe and the thrill of discovery. It's a place where the public can share in the excitement of human space exploration and gain a deeper appreciation for the science and technology that propel us into the cosmos.

Alternative names: Visitors per year: 1 mil.Coordinates: 29°33'7"N, 95°5'56"W

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1601 E NASA PkwyClear LakeHouston 77058 United States

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+1 281-244-2100

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Day trips

Space Center Houston – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kemah Boardwalk, Boardwalk Bullet, Clear Lake Park, Nassau Bay.

4.9 miE
Theme park, Amusement park, Entertainment
Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah
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4.9 miE
Amusement, Theme park, Amusement park
Boardwalk Bullet, Kemah
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2.1 miNE
29°33'59"N • 95°4'4"W
Clear Lake Park, Seabrook
55 min walk • Park
0.7 miSE
City, Area
Nassau Bay, Houston
18 min walk • Nassau Bay is a city in Harris County, Texas, United States, bordering the southeastern edge of the city of Houston. It is located in the Clear Lake Area near Galveston Bay, directly adjacent to the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center. The population was 4,002 at the 2010 census.
5.8 miW
City
Friendswood
147 min walk • Friendswood is a city in the U.S. state of Texas. It is part of the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area. The city lies in Galveston and Harris Counties. As of the 2010 census, the population of Friendswood was 35,805.
4.7 miE
Park
Pine Gully Park, Seabrook
121 min walk • Pine Gully Park is a 52-acre park located in Seabrook, Texas in the United States, near Houston. It is located on the shore of Galveston Bay. The park belongs to the Seabrook Trail System and includes undeveloped and restored woodlands, salt marshes and several species of wildlife.
7.4 miNW
Playground
Verne Cox Multipurpose Recreation Center, Pasadena
190 min walk • The Verne Cox Multipurpose Recreation Center is a recreation center located in Pasadena, Texas which provides recreational programs, events, and services for Pasadena’s youth and adults with cognitive or physical disabilities. The Verne Cox Center is a division of the Parks & Recreation Department of the City of Pasadena.
2.7 miNE
National park
Baytown Nature Center
69 min walk • The Baytown Nature Center is located in Baytown, Texas, 20 miles east of Houston. It is located on a 450-acre peninsula along the Houston Ship Channel and surrounded on three sides by Burnet Bay, Crystal Bay, and Scott Bay.
2.3 miSE
Arenas and stadiums, Football, Sport venue
Veterans Memorial Stadium, League City
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2.4 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
Wildcat Field, League City
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