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Kennedy Space Center Florida Admission Tickets

Entrance to Kennedy Space Center with "Explore" sign and astronaut figures.

Visitors taking a selfie in front of the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center.

Family admiring astronaut statue at Heroes and Legends exhibit, Kennedy Space Center.

Visitors viewing Space Shuttle Atlantis at Kennedy Space Center.

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David

Feb 2026

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Our Daughter and one of her friends came to Daytona Beach To visit and this was the first place they wanted to go. What a fantastic day! We signed up to meet Joan Higginbopham at breakfast. What a great way to start our tour. To see the size of the rockets and to see the Vehicle Assembly Bay was outstanding. We saw the Artemis 2 being transported back to the VAB. It was pretty exciting as we have tickets to see the launch. We leave the first of April but plan on returning for the launch when the date is determined. Everyone we talked to from gate to gate even at the food services treated us like friends. Thank you all for sharing our dreams and curiosity about NASA and the Kennedy Space Center.

Robin

Jan 2026

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The bus tour was excellent. Our driver, Ken, and our guide Ken, we're both very considerate, very knowledgeable, and very pleasant to deal with. The venues that we visited on the property were excellent. We went to the orbit café, and the food was terrific, but their management of people was less than desirable. You place your order on a kiosk and there are signs that tell you if your order is ready. Those signs never changed. One side had low numbers and one had high numbers, so with order 723. I stood on the high side after an hour wait my order showed up on the low side. Somehow people management needs to improve. Overall, I'm not letting that spoil my day KSC is amazing

Dixie

Feb 2026

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Although this experience was chosen by my husband, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it as well! Stopping by the information station when we first arrived was a definite advantage. The woman there set up a route for us to follow so we could get to all the time-specific events at the right time. We paid for General Admission, and felt that it included so much--even the flight simulator, which you don't want to miss! At the end of the day (and you really do need a full day), we were amazed to discover how many hard-working and visionary people were needed in every aspect of the various space projects. This is a must-see experience for all ages!

Mary

Jan 2026

Verified booking

We bought our tickets online. We had the best experience from the moment we arrived in the parking lot. Lots of spots to park, very easy to get in the park. We had a guided tour for 10am. We had plenty of time to find our spot in line. Ken the tour guide was super friendly with assuring us a wonderful day on his bus. Quesadently the bus driver's name was Ken too. He was sweet and comical making our trip a pleasure. We learned so much about the astronauts, space crafts, workmanship and knowledge. The Kennedy Space Center grounds are kept spotless and the staff workers friendly. I plan on going back when I'm in the area.

Sergi

Jan 2026

Verified booking

There are many impressive things. Everything related to the exhibitions is very interesting, well maintained, and thoughtfully presented. The staff — especially the person who explained the Atlantis exhibit to us — was extremely kind and knowledgeable. The rest of the team was also very friendly. The Orbit Café became a bit overwhelmed when a storm arrived and everyone went there at the same time. Unfortunately, the situation was not managed very well. The food at this restaurant could be improved, and the cleanliness as well. Overall, the facilities are incredible and the experience is truly amazing.

Edi

Jan 2026

Verified booking

Kennedy Space Center is simply outstanding. The shows, the opportunity to see rockets in their real, full scale, and the sheer amount of information you take in make a visit truly unforgettable. The highlight for me was the Space Shuttle experience. After watching the movie, the final image shows a shuttle at a specific angle. Then the screen slowly lifts—and suddenly, the real shuttle is right there behind it. I needed a few seconds to realize that what I was seeing was not a projection, but the actual spacecraft. Don’t miss this experience. You will enjoy it—whether you’re a space enthusiast or not.

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.

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.

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 or add the Kennedy Under the Stars experience.

Kennedy Space Center General Admission

1 or 2-day entry to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Kennedy Space Center shuttle bus tour

The Deep Space Launch Complex featuring Spaceport KSC

Access to The Gantry at LC-39

Space Shuttle Atlantis and the Shuttle Launch Experience

Apollo/Saturn V Center

Heroes and Legends featuring the US Astronaut Hall of Fame

Rocket Garden guided tours

Astronaut encounter

Planet Play

Journey To Mars

Space films inside IMAX theater

Character appearances

Holidays in Space show

KSC Explore Tour (as per option selected)

Tour beyond the KSC Visitor Complex

Space expert guide

View America’s famous multi-user spacecraft launch pads

Once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunities

View of spaceflight icons (Vehicle Assembly Building and NASA Press Site)

Chat With an Astronaut experience (as per option selected)

Kennedy Under the Stars, after-hours event (as per option selected)

Astronaut Training Experience

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Mary
Mar 2026
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We travelled all the way from England with the primary reason for our visit being the Kennedy Space Centre. We tried to tie in our visit with the launch of Artemis 2 on the 6th March, so initially we felt disappointed when the rocket was rolled back to April. However, the moment we arrived any disappointment went! As we drove aling the beautiful Indian River, we could already see the rockets in the distance and it was exhilarating! When we arrived the process to get through the gates was fast. Our Grandson has Autism but was well looked after by staff, with no queuing. As you enter theres an awe inspiring rocket garden to the left. Incredible to be next to these. We went for a bus tour first. The odd alligator lines the route. By far, the most magical moment happened at the Shuttle experience. I wont spoil the surprise but we all clapped and cheered in complete awe. There is so much to see that we opted to go back a second day to meet an astronaut. On entering we saw a racoon peering down at us! The experience was completely mind blowing and one I would highly recommend to those who aren't particularly spacey people too! We had a lovely self serve breakfast whilst we chatted with the astronaut. We stayed in Orlando for 10 days, but these two days outshone everything else. I felt completely humbled being so close to humankinds greatest achievements. The engineering is completely mind blowing and its a once in a lifetime visitor experience. Absolutely incredible. Handy hints.... Everyone seems to go for the bus tour first. Buses run every few minutes so maybe do the tour later on. Get the App on your phone. It was handy for rest rooms and places to eat & drink. Try Planet Play for the kids! Its superb.
Erin
Mar 2026
Verified booking
What a great experience! So glad we visited while we were in the area. This was my first time there and my friend hadn't been there in many years. We started walking around, seeing the outside rockets. Then we decided to take the bus and got the best bud driver, Terry! It really highlights the whole experience when you take the bus tour. We went to the Gantry and climbed to the top. For us, we were kids when we first landed on the moon - we loved seeing the old control room and the Astronaut Hall of Fame. We took the walking tour under the rocket at the Apollo building and that was fantastic. We were both so happy we visited Kennedy Space Center. Hearing about the upcoming Artemis launch and seeing the hauler tracks from the bus ride was really extra special. I would recommend this to everyone and I have! Thank you for the wonderful visit to history. Everyone was friendly & helpful.
Stephen
Mar 2026
Verified booking
Enrolled for the guided explorer tour from 12.30. Without knowing more, we showed up at 11:45 in time for our tour. The tour was EXCELLENT, lasting 2 hours but there is so much to see over & above the tour, that U really need to spend all day there to get thru all of the exhibitions, rides & displays. Can't rate the place highly enough. Loved it & was able to finish our tour with a Space X rocket launch, which we didn't know about until our tour guide told us - so we drove to Titusville & watched the launch across the water, as recommended by our guide.
John
Mar 2026
Verified booking
I didn't like dealing with a third party. I wasn't able to take advantage of senior citizen discount. I made a mistake with the date when I was trying my first attempt to make a reservation. I entered the incorrect date. I called supportg that informed me I couldn't change it to the correct date. I couldn't cancel it and re-reserve an appointment. There was no solution available xo I had to buy anaother ticket and lose the money I spent on the first attempt. MY VISIT WAS NOT SPECIAL. I WILL DEFINITELY AVOID HEADOUT IN THE FUTURE!
Jessica
Mar 2026
Verified booking
The tickets from Headout were easy to validate at the front of the complex and the Exolore Tour was well worth the upgrade! We had a tour guide who had been working for or with NASA for over 50yrs and so we got so many great insights. The extra stops not available in some of the other tours/options were also a great opportunity to immerse ourselves in the experience. The staff at KSC were also extremely pleasant and helpful. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we upgraded to annual passes so we could go back throughout the year.

A gateway to space history and innovation; see iconic spacecraft up close and feel the thrill of human exploration unfold before your eyes.

Getting started

Enter through the main visitor complex entrance. Have your ticket ready for scanning and keep a valid photo ID handy. Security screening includes a bag check and metal detectors.

What to expect

Space Shuttle Atlantis

Home to the legendary Atlantis orbiter, famous for completing over 4,800 Earth orbits.

Features

IMAX 3D experience: A moon-walking cinematic journey that simulates gravity-defying exploration.

Atlantis Exhibit: See the shuttle up close and learn about its missions.

The Gantry at LC-39

The newest attraction showcasing innovation with stunning 360° views.

Features

Rocket test simulator: Get a feel of a launch with a thrilling simulation.

Earth Information Center: Learn how NASA protects Earth through space technology.

Hands-on exhibits: Interactive experiences on rocket engineering and sustainability.

Legacy of Space Exploration

Discover historic missions and engineering marvels across the complex.

Features

Apollo/Saturn V Center: Stand beneath the tallest, heaviest, and most powerful rocket ever built.

Rocket Garden: Walk among real rockets that shaped space travel.

Moon rock display: Touch a real lunar fragment, a rare space souvenir.

Upgrade to a 2-day admission pass or opt for the Explore Tour upgrade, which includes a guided bus tour to the Vehicle Assembly Building and SpaceX launch pads.

Kennedy Space Center

Monday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Thursday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Friday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Saturday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Sunday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm

Old Town Ferris Wheel

Monday	11:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 11:00pm
Tuesday	11:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 11:00pm
Wednesday	11:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 11:00pm
Thursday	11:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 11:00pm
Friday	11:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 11:00pm
Saturday	11:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 11:00pm
Sunday	11:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 11:00pm

What to bring

Visitors may bring backpacks and soft-sided coolers into the visitor complex.

Food and beverages packed in small, soft-sided coolers are permitted.

What's not allowed

Glass bottles or containers are not permitted.

Accessibility

Facilities: Wheelchair accessibility, restrooms, restaurants, retail shops.

Additional information

The newest attraction at Kennedy Space Center, the Gantry at LC-39, is now open for access with your general admission tickets.

The last bus tour runs at 2:30pm.

The ticket cannot be used on BLACKOUT Dates for Kennedy Space Center, such as Delta Heavy Rocket Launches.

The Holidays in Space show takes place nightly at 6:50pm from December 21-30 (excluding Christmas Day) at the Rocket Garden.

Note: The Educator Study Pass offers K-12 teachers throughout the USA, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands complimentary access to the visitor complex. To receive the pass, active teachers are required to bring one of the following items to Will Call, located at the entrance of the visitor complex.

An active teaching certificate from the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.

A badge with a photo that shows the title Teacher or Educator for K-12.

A letter on school letterhead, dated and signed by the principal, listing the name(s) of the teachers and stating that they are educators at the school.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

Ticket redemption point

You can redeem the tickets directly at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

Address: Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953, United States

Get directions to the redemption point