Kennedy Space Center
Check this collection for an out-of-this-world adventure at Kennedy Space Center! Located on Merritt Island, Florida, this premier spaceport offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, present, and future of space exploration. From interactive exhibits and space shuttle simulators to guided tours of launch pads and the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building, there's something for everyone.
Kennedy Space Center Florida Admission Tickets
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Ready for a space odyssey without leaving Earth? The Kennedy Space Center brings the cosmos right to you!
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Imagine walking in the footsteps of astronauts at the Heroes & Legends and Race to the Moon zones, or touch genuine moon fragments.
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Hop aboard the KSC bus and you're in for a treat! Get a drive-by view of the immense Vehicle Assembly Building.
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Elevate your experience with the Explore Tour led by a space expert, and delve into sites such as the Vehicle Assembly Building and SpaceX launch pads.
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Did you know? The Vehicle Assembly Building is one of the largest buildings in the world by volume. It can house the Statue of Liberty with room to spare!
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Ready for a space odyssey without leaving Earth? The Kennedy Space Center brings the cosmos right to you!
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Imagine walking in the footsteps of astronauts at the Heroes & Legends and Race to the Moon zones, or touch genuine moon fragments.
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Hop aboard the KSC bus and you're in for a treat! Get a drive-by view of the immense Vehicle Assembly Building.
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Elevate your experience with the Explore Tour led by a space expert, and delve into sites such as the Vehicle Assembly Building and SpaceX launch pads.
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Did you know? The Vehicle Assembly Building is one of the largest buildings in the world by volume. It can house the Statue of Liberty with room to spare!
Kennedy Space Center Tickets with Explore Tour
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Guided by a space expert, visit locations like the Vehicle Assembly Building and Launch Complex 39, which are off-limits to the public.
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Ready to encounter real space and rockets that propelled us to stars? Visit the Deep Space Launch Complex and take a guided tour of the Rocket Garden.
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Upgrade your ticket to enjoy touring the attraction for 2 whole days or enjoy round-trip transfers from multiple areas in Orlando.
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Fun fact: Atlantis, displayed at Kennedy Space Center, holds the record for being the first Space Shuttle to launch an interplanetary probe in 1989.
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Guided by a space expert, visit locations like the Vehicle Assembly Building and Launch Complex 39, which are off-limits to the public.
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Ready to encounter real space and rockets that propelled us to stars? Visit the Deep Space Launch Complex and take a guided tour of the Rocket Garden.
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Upgrade your ticket to enjoy touring the attraction for 2 whole days or enjoy round-trip transfers from multiple areas in Orlando.
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Fun fact: Atlantis, displayed at Kennedy Space Center, holds the record for being the first Space Shuttle to launch an interplanetary probe in 1989.
Kennedy Space Center Tickets & Chat with an Astronaut
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Dive deep into cosmic tales with an actual NASA astronaut over a chef-prepared breakfast or snacks at the Kennedy Space Center.
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Treasure a personally signed lithograph and snapshot moment with the space hero and get an alcoholic drink with an adult ticket.
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Witness cosmic wonders as you explore all attractions up close in the Visitor Center including the Rocket Garden and the Space Shuttle Atlantis.
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Touch genuine moon fragments and feel an adrenaline rush as you step inside the Shuttle Launch Experience.
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Did you know? There's a time capsule at the visitor center, capturing 30 years of shuttle memories, and will be unveiled in 2061.
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Dive deep into cosmic tales with an actual NASA astronaut over a chef-prepared breakfast or snacks at the Kennedy Space Center.
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Treasure a personally signed lithograph and snapshot moment with the space hero and get an alcoholic drink with an adult ticket.
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Witness cosmic wonders as you explore all attractions up close in the Visitor Center including the Rocket Garden and the Space Shuttle Atlantis.
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Touch genuine moon fragments and feel an adrenaline rush as you step inside the Shuttle Launch Experience.
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Did you know? There's a time capsule at the visitor center, capturing 30 years of shuttle memories, and will be unveiled in 2061.
Kennedy Space Center Tickets with Round-Trip Transfers
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With no public transportation to KSC, these round-trip transfer tickets provide a seamless option from 3 Orlando locations while saving you the $15 parking fee.
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Listen to your tour guide on the bus transfer for tips to make the most of your time at the space center.
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Experience the feeling of lifting off, whilst riding the shuttle launch experience. Touch a piece of the Moon in the Apollo Saturn V Center.
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Discover what it feels like to walk on the moon through a special IMAX showing. See a Real Space Shuttle that has flown – Atlantis on display.
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Upgrade to skip the pickups and enjoy direct service to Kennedy Space Center from ICON 360 or get a chance to chat with an astronaut.
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With no public transportation to KSC, these round-trip transfer tickets provide a seamless option from 3 Orlando locations while saving you the $15 parking fee.
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Listen to your tour guide on the bus transfer for tips to make the most of your time at the space center.
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Experience the feeling of lifting off, whilst riding the shuttle launch experience. Touch a piece of the Moon in the Apollo Saturn V Center.
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Discover what it feels like to walk on the moon through a special IMAX showing. See a Real Space Shuttle that has flown – Atlantis on display.
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Upgrade to skip the pickups and enjoy direct service to Kennedy Space Center from ICON 360 or get a chance to chat with an astronaut.
Kennedy Space Center Small Group VIP Experience
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With this amazing journey through the science and history of NASA, you'll be over the moon!
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Find out what it feels like to walk on the moon through a special IMAX showing.
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Walk in the rocket garden, touch a piece of moon rock, and walk under the Saturn V rocket.
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Pose at the great Shuttle Launch Simulator, feeling the might of a real shuttle launch.
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Join a space tour guide for a ride through the center on a KSC behind-the-scenes tour.
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Use your $15 voucher for dining or souvenirs- the choice is yours.
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Enjoy convenient hotel pickups and drop-offs on comfortable AC vehicles with snacks for the ride.
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With this amazing journey through the science and history of NASA, you'll be over the moon!
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Find out what it feels like to walk on the moon through a special IMAX showing.
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Walk in the rocket garden, touch a piece of moon rock, and walk under the Saturn V rocket.
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Pose at the great Shuttle Launch Simulator, feeling the might of a real shuttle launch.
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Join a space tour guide for a ride through the center on a KSC behind-the-scenes tour.
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Use your $15 voucher for dining or souvenirs- the choice is yours.
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Enjoy convenient hotel pickups and drop-offs on comfortable AC vehicles with snacks for the ride.
Combo: Kennedy Space Center + Airboat Safari + Round-Trip Transfers
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A fun day for you and your family awaits at the Kennedy Space Center
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An exciting NASA bus tour takes you through the attraction's main highlights.
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Stand inside the launch control room and look at an actual Saturn V rocket.
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Explore the shuttle launch pads and admire the Space Shuttle Atlantis in all its glory.
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Experience the might of the great Space Shuttle Launch simulator.
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A 30-min airboat ride helps you discover the flora and fauna of swamps nearby (including alligators!)
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A fun day for you and your family awaits at the Kennedy Space Center
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An exciting NASA bus tour takes you through the attraction's main highlights.
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Stand inside the launch control room and look at an actual Saturn V rocket.
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Explore the shuttle launch pads and admire the Space Shuttle Atlantis in all its glory.
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Experience the might of the great Space Shuttle Launch simulator.
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A 30-min airboat ride helps you discover the flora and fauna of swamps nearby (including alligators!)
Kennedy Space Center Round-Trip Transfers
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Save the hassle of maps or schedules—enjoy convenient round-trip transfers to the Kennedy Space Center!
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Unravel the mysteries of space with round-trip transfers from the heart of Orlando, Kissimmee, and Disney.
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Your transfer is piloted by a professional guide-driver, ensuring a safe and informed trip, every step of the way.
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Save the hassle of maps or schedules—enjoy convenient round-trip transfers to the Kennedy Space Center!
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Unravel the mysteries of space with round-trip transfers from the heart of Orlando, Kissimmee, and Disney.
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Your transfer is piloted by a professional guide-driver, ensuring a safe and informed trip, every step of the way.
Combo: Kennedy Space Center + Wheel at ICON Park Tickets with Round Trip Transfers
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Dive into NASA's legacy at the Kennedy Space Center, standing face to face with the iconic Space Shuttle Atlantis and the Saturn V Rocket.
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Navigate the vastness of space via over 60 touch screens and simulators; and experience a virtual shuttle launch.
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Elevate your perspective aboard The Wheel at ICON Park, capturing a unique, unobstructed view of the vibrant city below.
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Time your ride on The Wheel as day turns to night, witnessing the city transition with a splash of colors and twinkling lights.
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Fun Fact: The Space Shuttle Atlantis at Kennedy Space Center has made 33 spaceflights, covering over 125 million miles.
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Dive into NASA's legacy at the Kennedy Space Center, standing face to face with the iconic Space Shuttle Atlantis and the Saturn V Rocket.
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Navigate the vastness of space via over 60 touch screens and simulators; and experience a virtual shuttle launch.
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Elevate your perspective aboard The Wheel at ICON Park, capturing a unique, unobstructed view of the vibrant city below.
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Time your ride on The Wheel as day turns to night, witnessing the city transition with a splash of colors and twinkling lights.
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Fun Fact: The Space Shuttle Atlantis at Kennedy Space Center has made 33 spaceflights, covering over 125 million miles.
Pro tips to help you make a pick
If you want to meet a real astronaut on your trip to Kennedy Space Center opt for a general admission ticket with an add on to the Chat with an Astronaut event. Book the ticket with the Explore Tour option for a guided tour of the facility with expert commentary and a well designed experience.
The Kennedy Space Center is just an hour away from Orlando. Club you Kennedy Space Center visit with other nearby attractions like ICON Park or the Airboat Safari to get the best out of your money and time.
Arrive earlier in the morning when the attraction opens to beat the crowd and skip wait times on queues to attractions. A bonus is that you will have even more time to explore all the exhibits, participate in activities, and attend special shows!
The Kennedy Space Center offers a free on-site pet kennel where you can safely house your canine friends till you’re done. Remember to carry proof of vaccination records.
Since public transport is not available to get to Kennedy Space Center, unless you plan on driving, book a round-trip transfer for a hassle-free journey to and from the attraction.
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About Kennedy Space Center
The Kennedy Space Center, a significant landmark in Orlando, holds immense historical and scientific significance, attracting space enthusiasts from all over the world. With its roots dating back to the 1960s, this center has been a part of countless significant events has has out-of-the-world exhibits like the Saturn V moon rocket and moon rocks.
It was the launch site for the Apollo 11 mission, which landed the first humans on the moon. The center has launched many space exploration vehicles, including space shuttles like Atlantis, Saturn V moon rocket, Apollo 14 Kitty Hawk capsule, Gemini 9 capsule, and Mercury Sigma 7 capsule. The center also has a Rocket Garden, where you can see rockets from NASA’s Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo programs
Kennedy Space Center is home to the Saturn V rocket, the largest and most powerful rocket ever built, capable of launching astronauts to the Moon.
The Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center is one of the largest buildings by volume in the world, with enough space to fit four jumbo jets inside.
At Kennedy Space Center, you can touch a moon rock that was brought back to Earth by the Apollo 15 mission in 1971.
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is home to the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, honoring those who have made significant contributions to the nation's space program.
Why visit Kennedy Space Center?
Highlights
Rocket Garden
Step into a captivating display of historic rockets, including the mighty Saturn V. Witness the evolution of space exploration as you explore the outdoor Rocket Garden at Kennedy Space Center.
Shuttle Launch Experience
Strap in for an immersive simulator ride that recreates the thrilling sensation of a space shuttle launch. Feel the G-forces and experience the excitement of liftoff at Kennedy Space Center.
Atlantis Exhibit
Marvel at the majestic Atlantis spacecraft, showcasing the space shuttle's incredible history and legacy. Discover the ingenuity and bravery that propelled humanity into space at Kennedy Space Center.
Astronaut Encounter
Meet real-life astronauts and listen to their captivating stories of space exploration. Get inspired by their firsthand experiences and gain insights into life beyond Earth at Kennedy Space Center.
Space Shuttle Atlantis Astronaut Training Experience
Embark on a hands-on training program to experience the challenges faced by astronauts. Participate in simulated space missions and tests at Kennedy Space Center.
Plan your visit
Space Commerce Way Entrance
This entrance is used by both tourists and authorized personnel. Visitors with a valid ticket or pass can access the Kennedy Space Center through this entrance. The average wait time at this entrance is around 10 minutes.
Rocket Garden Entrance
This entrance provides access to the Rocket Garden area of the Kennedy Space Center. It is open to all visitors with a valid ticket or pass. The average wait time at this entrance is approximately 5 minutes.
Astronaut Walk of Fame Entrance
Situated on US Highway 1, this entrance is dedicated to the Astronaut Walk of Fame. It is open to all visitors with a valid ticket or pass. The average wait time at this entrance is typically 10 minutes.
Bus Tour Entrance
The Bus Tour Entrance is where visitors board the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour. Access is granted to those with a valid ticket or pass for the tour. The wait time at this entrance can vary based on tour availability, but it is usually around 15 minutes.
Astronaut Hall of Fame
Entrance Located within the Kennedy Space Center, this entrance provides access to the Astronaut Hall of Fame. Visitors with a valid ticket or pass can enter through this entrance. The average wait time at this entrance is about 5 minutes.
- Kennedy Space Center will remain closed on Christmas Day (25th December).
- The last bus tour runs 2.5 hours before closing time.
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