Space Center Houston
Science museum · Clear Lake
1601 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX 77058
Highlights
Smithsonian-affiliated museum featuring flown rockets, suits
Smithsonian-affiliated museum featuring flown rockets, suits
"Serving as the visitor center for the NASA Johnson Space Center, this destination focuses on space exploration with cutting-edge exhibits and experiences. Its collection exceeds 400 space artifacts—must-sees include a SpaceX Falcon 9 and the Apollo 13 lithium hydroxide canister prototype—and it houses the world's most comprehensive assemblage of astronaut apparel and spacesuits, including the suit worn on the Apollo 12 moonwalk by Pete Conrad." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Listed among family‑friendly indoor attractions in Houston (alongside a downtown aquarium and a natural science museum) that make the city appealing for multi‑generational trips and offer ways to stay out of the sun." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A major visitor complex dedicated to space exploration where guests can view spacecraft, spacesuits, and exhibits about astronaut training and missions." - Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Get inspired by paying a visit to Space Center Houston, where science comes to life. From its NASA tram tour to its space suit collection, it will have you yearning to join a STEM program ASAP." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"Smithsonian-affiliated museum with highlights including a flown SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and the Apollo 17 command module."
