Overview
Maximize your time in Houston with the best of our Houston driving city tour before enjoying a day-trip excursion to the famous NASA Space Center within an hour of the gates opening!
During this guided city tour, take in first-hand views of Houston’s top architecture, beautiful Museum District, elevated sky garden offering panoramic views of the Houston skylines, and historic city monuments making for memorable photo opportunities.
Continue your day-trip with transportation/tickets to the iconic NASA Johnson Space Center located in Clear Lake by Nassau Bay. The Space Center has a wonderful mix of interactive, family-friendly exhibits including the amazing Independence Plaza, International Space Station, Rocket Park, Life on Mars, Artemis and tram tours!
All guests will have nearly 5 hours to explore the Space Center at their own freedom before boarding the shuttle back to Downtown Houston.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Nearly 5 hours to explore the NASA Space Center at own freedom
Two (2) Recommended tour stops for hop-off photos
Air-Conditioned Round-Trip Transportation from meeting location to NASA Space Center
Guided city driving tour in air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van
General Admission (GA) ticket into the NASA Space Center
Guided Tour at NASA Space Center (Enjoy at on own freedom)
Food/ Beverages & Optional Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet at 8:45 AM on the bottom floor or "tunnel-level" of the Bank of America Tower (800 Capitol Street, Houston, TX 77002) for check-in as well as bathroom/coffee opportunity before starting the driving city tour portion at 9:00 AM.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
SHUTTLE PICK-UP POINT: Bank of America Tower, 800 Capitol St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Please meet 10 minutes before the tour on the bottom floor or "tunnel-level" of the Bank of America Tower (800 Capitol Street, Houston, TX 77002) for check-in as well as bathroom/coffee opportunity before starting the driving city tour portion. Our Shuttle van will depart 5-10 minutes following the scheduled starting time.
What to expect
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Bank of America Tower
15 min
Meet at 8:45 AM on the bottom floor or "tunnel-level" of the Bank of America Tower (800 Capitol Street, Houston, TX 77002) for check-in as well as bathroom/coffee opportunity before starting the driving city tour at 9:00 AM. Please feel free to occupy the seating nearby the Flippin' Patties and bathrooms if your group arrives early.
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Theater District
15 min
Take in the 2nd largest Theater District in USA and learn about the performing arts scene in Houston.
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Downtown Houston
15 min
Cruise through the largest financial district in state with the two (2) tallest skyscrapers in Texas and Houston's City Hall.
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Houston Museum District
10 min
Take photos from an observatory sky garden and learn about the most-visited Museum District in Texas with a mixture of beautiful city parks and monuments.
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Rice University
10 min
Take in the prestigious Rice University and surrounding leafy neighborhood.
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East Downtown
10 min
Enjoy an upclose look at the famous Houston Graffiti buildings and Texas-sized iconic statues found in East Downtown.
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Space Center Houston
5 hours
Travelers will have about 5 hours to explore and enjoy the NASA Space Center at their own freedom before being picked up at the Space Center's front entrance / drop-off point between approx. 3:45- 4:00 PM. (15-min pick-up window always)
The Space Center has a wonderful mix of interactive, family-friendly exhibits including the amazing Independence Plaza, International Space Station, Rocket Park, Life on Mars, Artemis and must-do Tram tours! -
Bank of America Tower
5 hours
Our Mercedes Shuttle will typically depart from the NASA Space Center entrance at 4pm to return all travelers back to the original Bank of America Tower meeting location in downtown at approx. 4:30- 5:00 PM.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility or require frequent stops
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Astroville Driving Tour & NASA Space Center Ticket/Transportation
Can I cancel Astroville Driving Tour & NASA Space Center Ticket/Transportation for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7–8 hours.
Where does it start?
Meet at 8:45 AM on the bottom floor or "tunnel-level" of the Bank of America Tower (800 Capitol Street, Houston, TX 77002) for check-in as well as bathroom/coffee opportunity before…
What's included?
- Nearly 5 hours to explore the NASA Space Center at own freedom
- Two (2) Recommended tour stops for hop-off photos
- Air-Conditioned Round-Trip Transportation from meeting location to NASA Space Center
- Guided city driving tour in air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van
- General Admission (GA) ticket into the NASA Space Center
What's not included?
- Guided Tour at NASA Space Center (Enjoy at on own freedom)
- Food/ Beverages & Optional Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Bank of America Tower, Theater District, Downtown Houston, Houston Museum District, Rice University, East Downtown, Space Center Houston.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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