Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Time Needed: full-day
Experience Type: innovation, museum
At the Kennedy Space Center, experience the past, present, and future of space exploration. From towering rockets to real-life astronauts, this one-of-a-kind destination offers an inspiring look at NASA’s greatest achievements and humankind’s ongoing quest to explore the cosmos.
MUST-DO CHECKLIST
- Take the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour – Go behind NASA’s gates to see the Vehicle Assembly Building and walk beneath a real Saturn V moon rocket.
- See the Space Shuttle Atlantis – Stand face-to-face with the actual shuttle Atlantis, surrounded by 60 interactive exhibits, including a thrilling shuttle launch simulator.
- Explore Heroes & Legends – Discover the early pioneers of spaceflight at the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame and view historic rockets like the Gemini 9 capsule.
- Meet an Astronaut – Hear firsthand stories from a veteran NASA astronaut during daily presentations, small-group chats, or autograph sessions at The Space Shop.
- Walk Through the Rocket Garden – Stroll among towering rockets that launched America’s earliest missions, exploring the milestones that made modern space travel possible.
Plan Ahead: Get your Kennedy Space Center tickets online to skip the lines and head straight in. Use the extra time to explore your favorite exhibits, meet real astronauts, and dive into a full day of out-of-this-world experiences.
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