
Houston CityPASS®
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September 2026
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Adults
Age 13 and over
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Age 12 and under
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Traveler rating
4.2/5
Based on 184 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Houston CityPASS® worth booking?
Houston CityPASS® is a 216-hour experience in Houston, United States, from $82 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 184 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (184)
- Duration
- 216 hours
- From
- $82 per person
Experience 7 top attractions and save up to 51% with Houston CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can relax and enjoy your memories in the making. With 9 days to use your tickets,
What you get
About this experience
Experience 7 top attractions and save up to 51% with Houston CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can relax and enjoy your memories in the making. With 9 days to use your tickets, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the best sights. Houston CityPASS® tickets include one-time admission to your choice of 5 attractions. • Space Center Houston • Houston Zoo • Downtown Aquarium, Houston • Houston Museum of Natural Science • Kemah Boardwalk • Children’s Museum Houston • Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
What's included
Included
- Downtown Aquarium, Houston
- Space Center Houston
- Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
- Kemah Boardwalk
- Houston Museum of Natural Science
- Get one-time admission to your choice of 5 attractions.
- Children's Museum Houston
- Houston Zoo
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Transport to and from attractions
What you'll see and do
Space Center Houston
General admission includes access to all exhibits, shows, and presentations in the center, plus tram tours to the NASA Johnson Space Center Astronaut Training Facility and Rocket Park.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Houston Zoo
General admission (not valid for Zoo Lights)
300 minutes here · Admission included
Downtown Aquarium
General Admission to Aquarium Adventure Exhibit (rides and games not included); rides may be temporarily unavailable
240 minutes here · Admission included
The Houston Museum of Natural Science
General Admission
240 minutes here · Admission included
Kemah Boardwalk
All-Day Ride Pass (Stingray, Boardwalk Beast, and Iron Eagle not included)
240 minutes here
Children's Museum Houston
General admission. To enter the museum, your group must be accompanied by a child.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
ALL ACCESS ticket, including same-day admission to the Collection Galleries as well as most Special Exhibitions
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Space Center Houston
1601 NASA Parkway, Houston, Texas, 77058-3145, United States
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Space Center Houston · 1601 NASA Parkway, Houston, Texas, 77058-3145, United States
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- de, pt, ja, en, zh-CN, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- CityPASS
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile Tickets: Present your tickets on a mobile device (or print them) for entry to the included attractions.
- Children 2 and younger are complimentary at most attractions.
- Valid 9 consecutive days including the first day of use; nonactivated tickets expire one year from the purchase date.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 184 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
184 verified traveler reviews for Houston CityPASS®. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Zoo trip
Take plenty of water. We went around 11am and it was hot. A lot of the animals weren’t out. Overall we still enjoyed it
via Viator
If your coming from...
If your coming from another city like Dallas or Austin, make sure you leave with plenty of time the traffic is horrible in Houston. The museum, zoo, and aquarium are relatively near each other which is nice. You do get a lot from the pass compared to if you bought tickets for each individual event. Some of the places may have difficulty, we had to talk to 3 different people at the museum to actually get in with the mobile ticket.
via Viator
Such a Wonderful Experience
I had the pleasure of booking the Houston City Pass this past weekend for a family trip and boy, did we have a good time. It was nice to save lots of extra money on attractions and not having to stand in long lines. Although we visited 3 out of the 5 attractions we paid for, I am still very much satisfied with my purchase. The only thing I would revise next time is our length of stay. Often times, we assume we can make it to several attractions within a short time span not factoring in the weather and traffic conditions, the hours of operation, nor the length of time we spend at each one. I am a person of pace, so if you are like me, please plan to arrange more time so you can enjoy all of the festivities Houston have to offer.. I definitely plan on coming back visit the Space Center on Houston..
via Tripadvisor
Houston Science museum
Visited the Houston Science Museum. There is so much to experience for all ages! The CityPASS covers general admission but you still have to stand in line for a ticket. Special exhibits are extra price. As a bird enthusiast, seeing the Audubon drawings and reading each story that accompanied them was just fascinating. I also paid to watch the planetarium show. It’s 20 minutes long but was worth it! Senior discount applies!
via Tripadvisor
80% satisfied
Some activities within the venues aren’t included so be prepared to pay a little extra. The pass helps save if you have time to visit at least 4 different locations
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 216 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 64
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Houston CityPASS®: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Houston.
How much does Houston CityPASS® cost?
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Prices start at $82 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Houston usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Houston CityPASS® take?
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Plan for about 216 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Houston is not rushed.
Is Houston CityPASS® worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 184 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable family friendly in Houston, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Houston CityPASS®?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Houston CityPASS® suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 216-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Houston CityPASS®?
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Around 64 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Houston can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Houston and add a light layer if any part of the 216-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Houston CityPASS® start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Houston within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Houston?
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Houston's list leads with Space Center Houston and NASA Johnson tours, then museum district visits, Buffalo Bayou kayaking, Galveston beach days and some of the deepest food tour scenes in Texas. NASA access levels differ between tour tiers. On Outty we rank every Houston experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Astroville Houston Tunnel Tour: Downtown History & Hidden Gems, The Escape Game Houston: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at City Centre, The Escape Game Houston: 60-Minute Adventures at The Galleria. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Houston?
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February to April and October to November. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Houston?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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