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Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

We invite you to embark on Mankind's Ultimate Journey! Our Visitor Complex is located just 45 minutes from popular Orlando attractions and theme parks is NASA's launch headquarters – the only place on Earth where you can tour launch areas, meet an Astronaut, see giant rockets, train in spaceflight simulators, and even view a space shuttle launch! Experience more on your vacation to Orlando with a daytrip to our Visitor Complex, where the sky isn't the limit - it's just the beginning!

| General 2 Day Admission | Kennedy Center Annual Pass | Astronaut Hall of Fame |

|Astronaut Training Experience |

| Dine with an Astronaut | NASA up close tour |

| Tour Start Location | Frequently Asked Questions | Hours of Operation |


General 2 Day Admission - Valid for 2 Days ONLY

General Admission into the Visitor Complex includes viewings of IMAX® space movies and all exhibits and shows taking place at the Complex. Admission also includes a walk through the Astronaut Hall of Fame and a unique experience on interactive space-flight simulators. Tickets are valid for two days of admission (must be used within 7 days of first use).

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Orlando Kennedy Space Center General Admission-Valid for 2 Days

Duration:
8 1/2 Hours

Park Open Daily, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Per Adult$38.00
Per Child (3-11)$28.00

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Annual Pass - Unlimited Admission for 12 Months

Get 12 months of Admission for less than the price of two days! Come experience our unique and educational Visitor Complex any day and anytime you would like!

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Orlando Kennedy Space Center Annual Pass-Unlimited Admission for 12 Months

Duration:
Valid for 12 Months

Park Open Daily, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Per Adult$50.00
Per Child (3-11 yrs.)$35.00

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Admission to the Astronaut Hall of Fame

Come live the human side of space like you never imagined you could - complete with the sights, sounds and experiences of the real astronauts who first ventured into the frontiers of space. Experience exhibits dedicated to our nation's astronauts, including the world's largest collection of personal memorabilia and realistic astronaut training simulators.

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Orlando Kennedy Space Center Admission to the Astronaut Hall of Fame

Duration:
Hall of Fame Open for 8.5 Hous

Park Open Daily, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Per Adult$17.00
Per Child (3-11 yrs.)$13.00

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7 Hour Astronaut Training Experience

This exciting experience immerses you in the world of today's Astronauts – an exciting combination of hands-on training and preparation for the rigors of spaceflight. You'll hear first-hand from veteran NASA Astronauts as you progress through an authentic day of mission simulation and exploration.

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Orlando Kennedy Space Center 7 Hour Astronaut Training Experience

Duration:
7 Hours

10:00 AM

Per Person $250.00

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Dine with an Astronaut

Includes 2 Day Park Admission!
One of the most popular programs at Kennedy Space Center, “Lunch with an Astronaut” gives visitors a one-of-a-kind experience to meet a member of NASA’s Astronaut Corps and get their autograph.

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Orlando Kennedy Space Center Dine with an Astronaut

Duration:
Park Open Daily, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Lunch begins @ 12:15 PM (Approx 1 Hour)


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NASA Up Close - A Guided Tour

Includes 2 Day Park Admission!
Where is the Space Shuttle assembled and launched? How does it land? Where do Astronaut crews prepare and train? These are a few of the questions we’ll answer on this intriguing guided tour through NASA’s Space Shuttle program.

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Orlando Kennedy Space Center NASA Up Close

Duration:
Park Open Daily, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

First Departure 10:00 AM - Last Departure 1:50 PM


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Tour Start Location

All activities take place at Kennedy Space Center located just outside of Orlando, Florida.

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Directions:
From Orlando on State Road 528: Travel east on SR 528 until you reach the SR 407 exit going to Kennedy Space Center and Titusville. Take SR 407 until it dead ends into SR 405. Turn right (east) onto SR 405 and follow the signs for Kennedy Space Center. You will travel approximately 9 miles on SR 405. The KSC Visitor Complex will be on your right.
From Orlando on State Road 50: Travel east on SR 50 until you pass under the I-95 overpass. The next intersection is SR 50 and SR 405. Turn right (east) onto SR 405 and follow the signs for Kennedy Space Center. You will travel approximately 11 miles on SR 405. The KSC Visitor Complex will be on your right.
rom North on Interstate 95: Traveling from the north (Daytona Beach), continue along I-95 and take Exit #215 (SR 50). Turn left (east) onto SR 50. The next intersection is SR 50 and SR 405. Turn right (east) on to SR 405 and follow the signs for Kennedy Space Center. You will travel approximately 11 miles on SR 405. The KSC Visitor Complex will be on your right.
From South on Interstate 95: Traveling from the south (Miami), continue along I-95 and take Exit #212 (SR 407). Head east/north on SR 407 until it dead-ends into SR 405. Turn right (east) on SR 405 and follow the signs for Kennedy Space Center. You will travel approximately 9 miles on SR 405. The KSC Visitor Complex will be on your right.

When using MapQuest or MSNMaps, use the city- "Orsino", and the state- "FL". The Visitor Complex is located just to the west on 405, between Range Rd. and E Ave SW.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Food Options... Are there places to eat while touring the Kennedy Space Center?
Early NASA astronauts squeezed food from toothpaste-like tubes, but KSCVC guests will fare much better. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex boasts a full-service, sit-down restaurant as well as numerous self-service restaurants and specialty food locations with a wide variety of menu options. Mila's, Orbit, Planetary Pizza and Milky Way are just a few of the Visitor Complex's space-themed eateries featuring tasty dishes from burgers and fries to lasagna, rotisserie chicken, and even sushi. Guests can even have Lunch With an Astronaut seven days a week at 12:30 p.m. While enjoying a gourmet meal, guests will listen to a briefing from one of the few who has flown in space. Limited seating allows time for individual photos, autographs and/or questions from each participant.

What is an IMAX® film?
IMAX® films are shown on screens 5-1/2 stories tall. Currently, there are two IMAX® films showing at KSC Visitor Complex. For more information, please see the IMAX® Space Films area of our site.

How long should we plan on staying at the Visitor Complex?
Our Visitor Complex is a full day experience, so plan on spending at least 6-8 hours.

How much does parking cost?
Parking if FREE!

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Hours of Operation

The Visitor Complex is open every day of the year, except December 25 and certain launch days.
Current operating hours are from 9 a.m to 7 p.m.
(The Astronaut Hall of Fame is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.)

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