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Slide 1 of 12, Visitors walking among rockets at Kennedy Space Center, Florida.
Visitors walking among rockets at Kennedy Space Center, Florida.

Kennedy Space Center Florida Admission Tickets

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  • Experience an unforgettable space adventure at the Kennedy Space Center. With your ticket, spend one or two days exploring real spacecraft, engaging in astronaut activities, and learning about groundbreaking missions.

  • Walk in the footsteps of astronauts at the Heroes & Legends and Race to the Moon zones, stand beneath the massive Saturn V rocket, explore the Space Shuttle Atlantis, and even touch genuine moon fragments.

  • Hop aboard the KSC bus to view the immense Vehicle Assembly Building, and spend time exploring over 60 interactive exhibits and attractions, with hands-on experiences designed to spark curiosity in young explorers.

  • Upgrade to include the Chat With an Astronaut experience or the Explore Tour, which provides guided access to restricted areas like launch pads and assembly facilities. You also have the option to upgrade to a 2-day admission.

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  • Experience an unforgettable space adventure at the Kennedy Space Center. With your ticket, spend one or two days exploring real spacecraft, engaging in astronaut activities, and learning about groundbreaking missions.

  • Walk in the footsteps of astronauts at the Heroes & Legends and Race to the Moon zones, stand beneath the massive Saturn V rocket, explore the Space Shuttle Atlantis, and even touch genuine moon fragments.

  • Hop aboard the KSC bus to view the immense Vehicle Assembly Building, and spend time exploring over 60 interactive exhibits and attractions, with hands-on experiences designed to spark curiosity in young explorers.

  • Upgrade to include the Chat With an Astronaut experience or the Explore Tour, which provides guided access to restricted areas like launch pads and assembly facilities. You also have the option to upgrade to a 2-day admission.

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$82.39
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Visitors walking outside the Gateway building at Kennedy Space Center.

Kennedy Space Center Tickets with Guided Explore Tour

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Transfers available
Pickup available

  • Explore Kennedy Space Center and venture beyond the public sections on the guided Explore Tour to discover hidden treasures of a functioning spaceport.

  • Go on a bus tour guided by a space expert, visit locations like the Vehicle Assembly Building and Launch Complex 39, which are off-limits to the public.

  • 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.

  • Upgrade your ticket to enjoy touring the attraction for 2 whole days or enjoy round-trip transportation from multiple areas in Orlando.

  • 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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  • Explore Kennedy Space Center and venture beyond the public sections on the guided Explore Tour to discover hidden treasures of a functioning spaceport.

  • Go on a bus tour guided by a space expert, visit locations like the Vehicle Assembly Building and Launch Complex 39, which are off-limits to the public.

  • 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.

  • Upgrade your ticket to enjoy touring the attraction for 2 whole days or enjoy round-trip transportation from multiple areas in Orlando.

  • 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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$114.49
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Astronaut interacting with children at Kennedy Space Center, rockets in background.

Kennedy Space Center Tickets & Chat with an Astronaut

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Pickup available
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  • Get full-day access to 31 Kennedy Space Center attractions, from the Shuttle Launch Experience to moon rock touchpoints.

  • Enjoy a small-group chat with a real NASA astronaut over breakfast or snacks, paired with engaging stories and insights.

  • Receive a signed astronaut lithograph and capture a photo op with the astronaut as a keepsake from your experience.

  • Indulge in an adult beverage while connecting with space history through interactive exhibits and immersive simulators.

  • Upgrade to a 2-day ticket for extended flexibility and deeper exploration of all Kennedy Space Center attractions.

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  • Get full-day access to 31 Kennedy Space Center attractions, from the Shuttle Launch Experience to moon rock touchpoints.

  • Enjoy a small-group chat with a real NASA astronaut over breakfast or snacks, paired with engaging stories and insights.

  • Receive a signed astronaut lithograph and capture a photo op with the astronaut as a keepsake from your experience.

  • Indulge in an adult beverage while connecting with space history through interactive exhibits and immersive simulators.

  • Upgrade to a 2-day ticket for extended flexibility and deeper exploration of all Kennedy Space Center attractions.

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$135.89
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Family taking a selfie at Kennedy Space Center with NASA globe in background.

Kennedy Space Center Small Group VIP Experience

11 hrs
Pickup available
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  • Access all prime exhibits with your ticket. Try the Shuttle Launch Simulator, walk under Saturn V, and even touch a piece of moon rock, plus enjoy a bonus $15 voucher for a bite at the café.

  • Venture on the KSC Explore Tour with a space maestro, unveiling lesser-known facts and pass by launch pads for once-in-a-lifetime photo ops.

  • Your driver-guide will ensure you have all your questions answered before you head inside the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

  • Enjoy convenient hotel pickups and drop-offs on comfortable AC vehicles with snacks for the ride.

  • Celebrate with the Holidays in Space show, where “Starflake” takes to the sky in an all-new drone show set to an original symphonic score, with hundreds of drones lighting up the night.

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  • Access all prime exhibits with your ticket. Try the Shuttle Launch Simulator, walk under Saturn V, and even touch a piece of moon rock, plus enjoy a bonus $15 voucher for a bite at the café.

  • Venture on the KSC Explore Tour with a space maestro, unveiling lesser-known facts and pass by launch pads for once-in-a-lifetime photo ops.

  • Your driver-guide will ensure you have all your questions answered before you head inside the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

  • Enjoy convenient hotel pickups and drop-offs on comfortable AC vehicles with snacks for the ride.

  • Celebrate with the Holidays in Space show, where “Starflake” takes to the sky in an all-new drone show set to an original symphonic score, with hundreds of drones lighting up the night.

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$239
Slide 1 of 11, Kennedy Space Center tour bus near NASA sign, Orlando, Florida.
Kennedy Space Center tour bus near NASA sign, Orlando, Florida.

Kennedy Space Center Tickets with Round-Trip Transportation

10 hrs
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  • Enjoy round-trip transportation with your general admission tickets for a seamless way to get to Kennedy Space Center, adding to the convenience, especially since there is no direct public transport available.

  • Choose your pick-up options from locations in Orlando, Kissimmee, & Disney areas or ICON Park, and listen to the insights offered by your guide on your bus journey to KSC.

  • Celebrate with the Holidays in Space show, where “Starflake” takes to the sky in an all-new drone show set to an original symphonic score, with hundreds of drones lighting up the night as she journeys from Earth to orbit and beyond.

  • Experience the feeling of lifting off, whilst riding the shuttle launch experience, touch a piece of the Moon in the Apollo Saturn V Center, and discover what it feels like to walk on the moon through a special IMAX showing.

  • 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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  • Enjoy round-trip transportation with your general admission tickets for a seamless way to get to Kennedy Space Center, adding to the convenience, especially since there is no direct public transport available.

  • Choose your pick-up options from locations in Orlando, Kissimmee, & Disney areas or ICON Park, and listen to the insights offered by your guide on your bus journey to KSC.

  • Celebrate with the Holidays in Space show, where “Starflake” takes to the sky in an all-new drone show set to an original symphonic score, with hundreds of drones lighting up the night as she journeys from Earth to orbit and beyond.

  • Experience the feeling of lifting off, whilst riding the shuttle launch experience, touch a piece of the Moon in the Apollo Saturn V Center, and discover what it feels like to walk on the moon through a special IMAX showing.

  • 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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$174
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Space Shuttle Atlantis exhibit at Kennedy Space Center with visitors taking photos.

Combo: Kennedy Space Center + Airboat Safari + Round-Trip Transportation

10 hrs
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  • Unlock the best of Florida with one ticket that includes entry to the Kennedy Space Center and a thrilling airboat ride on the St. Johns River.

  • Spend a day of family fun at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, where you can take the NASA bus tour through the attraction's main highlights, including a launch control room, Saturn V rocket, shuttle launch pads, and Space Shuttle Atlantis

  • At St. Johns River, you will sit on a 30-minute airboat ride that gives you the chance to spot alligators in their natural habitat.

  • Benefit from round-trip transportation from Orlando, Kissimmee, or Disney, ensuring a hassle-free journey to and from the attractions.

  • Start your journey with a knowledgeable guide-driver who will share fascinating insights and fun facts during your bus ride.

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  • Unlock the best of Florida with one ticket that includes entry to the Kennedy Space Center and a thrilling airboat ride on the St. Johns River.

  • Spend a day of family fun at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, where you can take the NASA bus tour through the attraction's main highlights, including a launch control room, Saturn V rocket, shuttle launch pads, and Space Shuttle Atlantis

  • At St. Johns River, you will sit on a 30-minute airboat ride that gives you the chance to spot alligators in their natural habitat.

  • Benefit from round-trip transportation from Orlando, Kissimmee, or Disney, ensuring a hassle-free journey to and from the attractions.

  • Start your journey with a knowledgeable guide-driver who will share fascinating insights and fun facts during your bus ride.

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$225
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Visitors enjoying interactive exhibits at a science center and bubble lab.

Combo (Save 5%): Kennedy Space Center + WonderWorks Orlando Tickets

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  • Experience the best of Florida with one easy booking that includes Kennedy Space Center and WonderWorks Orlando: fun for all ages and travelers.

  • Book both attractions together for maximum ease, and choose to visit them on the same day or on separate days to fit your schedule.

  • At the Kennedy Space Center, get up close to the Space Shuttle Atlantis, the powerful Saturn V rocket, and discover the fascinating history of space exploration.

  • WonderWorks Orlando brings over 100 hands-on exhibits to life, where you can challenge your mind and have fun with interactive science experiments and thrilling activities.

  • Enjoy as you save on this combo ticket, with ease of flexibility, admission, and 5% in savings, making it ideal for those who want a day of adventure.

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  • Experience the best of Florida with one easy booking that includes Kennedy Space Center and WonderWorks Orlando: fun for all ages and travelers.

  • Book both attractions together for maximum ease, and choose to visit them on the same day or on separate days to fit your schedule.

  • At the Kennedy Space Center, get up close to the Space Shuttle Atlantis, the powerful Saturn V rocket, and discover the fascinating history of space exploration.

  • WonderWorks Orlando brings over 100 hands-on exhibits to life, where you can challenge your mind and have fun with interactive science experiments and thrilling activities.

  • Enjoy as you save on this combo ticket, with ease of flexibility, admission, and 5% in savings, making it ideal for those who want a day of adventure.

from Original price$122.85
$116.71

5% off

Slide 1 of 12, Visitors walking among rockets at the Rocket Garden, Kennedy Space Center.
Visitors walking among rockets at the Rocket Garden, Kennedy Space Center.

Combo (Save 8%): Kennedy Space Center Tickets + ICON Park 3 Attractions Package

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  • Experience space wonders and Orlando’s best attractions with this ultimate combo, offering convenience and savings in one package.

  • Discover Kennedy Space Center’s Space Shuttle Atlantis, Saturn V rocket, and interactive simulations that bring NASA’s legacy to life.

  • ICON Park offers panoramic views from The Wheel, celebrity encounters at Madame Tussauds, and a magical ocean tunnel at SEA Life Aquarium.

  • Perfect for families and adventure seekers who want a hassle-free experience on their visit to both attractions.

  • This effortless booking lets you book your visit to each attraction on the date of your choosing to suit your plans.

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  • Experience space wonders and Orlando’s best attractions with this ultimate combo, offering convenience and savings in one package.

  • Discover Kennedy Space Center’s Space Shuttle Atlantis, Saturn V rocket, and interactive simulations that bring NASA’s legacy to life.

  • ICON Park offers panoramic views from The Wheel, celebrity encounters at Madame Tussauds, and a magical ocean tunnel at SEA Life Aquarium.

  • Perfect for families and adventure seekers who want a hassle-free experience on their visit to both attractions.

  • This effortless booking lets you book your visit to each attraction on the date of your choosing to suit your plans.

from Original price$137.77
$126.75

8% off

Slide 1 of 8, Shuttle vans for transfers to Kennedy Space Center with staff in front.
Shuttle vans for transfers to Kennedy Space Center with staff in front.

Kennedy Space Center Round-Trip Transportation from Orlando/Kissimmee/Disney

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  • Save the hassle of maps or schedules and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation to the Kennedy Space Center.

  • Your pick-up locations include various areas in Orlando, Kissimmee, and Disney.

  • Your bus is piloted by a professional guide-driver, ensuring a safe drive and insightful information throughout the trip.

  • Choose this option to relax before and after your day at KSC without worrying about driving long distances.

  • Fun fact: The Vehicle Assembly Building at KSC is so vast that clouds can form near the ceiling on humid days.

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  • Save the hassle of maps or schedules and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation to the Kennedy Space Center.

  • Your pick-up locations include various areas in Orlando, Kissimmee, and Disney.

  • Your bus is piloted by a professional guide-driver, ensuring a safe drive and insightful information throughout the trip.

  • Choose this option to relax before and after your day at KSC without worrying about driving long distances.

  • Fun fact: The Vehicle Assembly Building at KSC is so vast that clouds can form near the ceiling on humid days.

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$89

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.

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.

Address9339 Jeff Fuqua Blvd, Orlando, FL 32827, USA
Also known asLaunch Operations Center
Year opened1967
Founded byCharles Luckman
Visitors per year960000

Did you know?

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

Why visit Kennedy Space Center?

Explore the cornerstone of space exploration

Museums at Kennedy Space Center offer a rich historical and cultural experience. Discover the amazing artifacts and exhibits that showcase the remarkable achievements of space exploration. From the iconic Saturn V rocket to the captivating stories of astronauts, these museums attract tourists from around the world. For the best options on tickets, guided tours, and skip-the-line access to Museums, explore with us and make the most of your visit to 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

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

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

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

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

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.

Travel guides and tips

9 Kennedy Space Center facts you should know

9 Kennedy Space Center facts you should know

Nestled on Florida’s Merritt Island, the Kennedy Space Center is a representation of human aspiration and discovery. It has been a crucial center for space exploration since its founding in 1962, launching several famous missions and advancing our knowledge of the cosmos. In addition to serving as a launch site, the Kennedy Space Center has […]

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What our guests say

Diana R

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The guide was very friendly and funny! He also gave us a great overview of the experience at KSC. He answered all our questions and made the trip back very entertaining.

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