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Kennedy Space Center Tickets with Guided Explore Tour

4.5/5(6,240)

Stephan K

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Kennedy Space Center with Explore Tour... Simply great, especially if you are interested in rockets, space travel, and the science behind it. Great experience, gladly again every year.

Roger R

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

Easiest by far to explore the entire Space Center. Our tour guide "Patrick" was very knowledgeable and provided us all with a very complete experience of all the sites. The entry into the center and the bus tour was seamless and can't imagine any other way to visit the Center. Completely satisfied and highly recommend using "headout.com" for a very memorable experience.

Richard C

Solo

Verified booking

Aug 2026

Worth every penny, this tour you went to different areas above the normal bus tour. Everyone was very knowledgable and all the bus drivers where brilliant!

Angla Y

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

The guide, Ken, was very knowledgeable. He told us about an upcoming launch and how to stay apprised of it. It was very cool. He talked to everyone to make sure they saw and knew about all the cool things. My favorite was him pointing out the tortoises and eagles nest. Well worth the money!

Richard L

Family

Verified booking

Jul 2026

We took four grandkids ages 14 to 9. They loved the "simulations". The size of the rockets made it real. While the history was lost on them except for items related to Artemis items, my wife and I have now visited twice and really enjoyed our visit.

Diana R

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

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.

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 to a 2-day admission for extra exploration time, or include round-trip transportation from Orlando for added convenience.

Access to limited-time events included with general admission:

2026 World Space Week Expo: Rocket Revolution on October 9, 2026

S.T.E.A.M. Halloween on October 24, 2026

MAX POWER from November 6–8, 2026

KSC Explore Tour

Bus tour beyond the KSC Visitor Complex

Space expert guide

View of spaceship launch pads like Launch Complex 39

View of NASA Vehicle Assembly Building

Once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunities

Kennedy Space Center General Admission

Entry to KSC Visitor Complex

Kennedy Space Center shuttle bus

The Deep Space Launch Complex

Space Shuttle Atlantis & shuttle launch experience

Apollo/Saturn V Center

Heroes and Legends

Rocket Garden guided tours

2-day entry to KSC Visitor Complex (optional)

Round-trip transportation from Orlando, Kissimmee, Disney, or, Lake Buena Vista (optional)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Teresa E
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
John was our guide and he did an awesome job. He was super knowledgeable and had an answer for every question. He kept the humor in his presentation. We had a great experience and got to see so many neat things!
Stephan K
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Kennedy Space Center with Explore Tour... Simply great, especially if you are interested in rockets, space travel, and the science behind it. Great experience, gladly again every year.
Donald P
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Our guide, Ken Davis (?), was excellent. Many insights well beyond what you receive on the standard tour. Enjoyed the shuttle program immensely
Caroline C
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Great directions and ease of App for tickets. Will use again. Very impressive website. Made trip to Kennedy Space Center effortless.
Kenneth G
Family
Verified booking
Aug 2026
I wanted my young grandchildren to experience the the history of space travel . This upgraded tour was amazing an amazing learning experince, well worth the extra money. Our guide was super knowledgeable and took the time to answer my grandchildrens questions. On this upgraded tour we were able to see historic launch pads, the huge Vehicle Assembly Building and walk the shuttle astronaut bridge and finishing up at the incredible Apollo/Saturn V Center where we experienced the thrill of a virtual take off. Unbelieviably realistic. Fantastic day, especially for my grandchildren

Prepare for blast-off

Your space adventure begins with meeting your guide, who will be your mission control throughout the day. They'll provide insider tips and historical knowledge to enrich your experience at the Kennedy Space Center. First, head to the iconic Space Shuttle Atlantis. Get up close and personal with this spacecraft; its payload bay is open just as it was during missions. Feel the G-forces of a launch in a simulator, practice docking the International Space Station, or experience the weightlessness of space in a virtual spacewalk. Delve into the "Heroes and Legends" exhibit, and hear the stories of the brave men and women who have pushed the boundaries of space exploration.

Step into The Gantry at LC-39, now open at Kennedy Space Center

The latest attraction at Kennedy Space Center, the Gantry at LC-39, features 360° views, interactive exhibits, and an exciting simulated rocket test. Learn about NASA’s efforts to protect Earth and see how space technology complements natural ecosystems.

Go beyond the exhibits

Hop aboard a special bus with a space expert guide. They'll whisk you past restricted areas, like the Vehicle Assembly Building, where rockets are prepped for launch. See Launch Complex 39, where the Apollo missions blasted off, and witness the future of space travel at the launch pads used by SpaceX and ULA. This experience offers 1-day or 2-day ticket options. The 1-day option is perfect for a whirlwind adventure, while the 2-day ticket allows you to delve deeper into the exhibits. Round-trip transportation from Orlando is available with an upgrade for a hassle-free journey directly to the Kennedy Space Center.

2026 World Space Week Expo: Rocket Revolution

Explore the latest innovations in space exploration and launch technology as NASA and industry partners showcase the future of spaceflight on October 9, 2026.

S.T.E.A.M. Halloween

Celebrate Halloween with interactive S.T.E.A.M. activities, engineering challenges, science demonstrations, performances, trick-or-treating, and themed entertainment on October 24, 2026.

MAX POWER

Celebrate NASA’s achievements through astronaut encounters, space-themed parades, expert presentations, hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities, and exclusive exhibits from November 6–8, 2026.

What's not allowed

Big bags/luggage pieces are not permitted inside.

Accessibility

This tour is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

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

Round-trip transportation is available from Orlando, Kissimmee, Disney, or Lake Buena Vista areas, if the option is chosen.

Please note: All exhibits are subject to change, and tours may be altered or closed due to operational requirements or launch preparations.

General admission includes access to select special events taking place during your visit, including Rocket Revolution on October 9, S.T.E.A.M. Halloween on October 24, and MAX POWER from November 6–8, 2026.

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

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