Guided Tours

[Special Promo] Kennedy Space Center Tickets with Guided Explore Tour

Kennedy Space Center was voted the #1 attraction in the US by Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards 2025.

4.5/5(2,931)

Nicole H

Family

Verified booking

Last week

The tour was very interesting. The guide and the driver were both very, very friendly, attentive to all the guests, and the guide was able to provide informative answers to all our questions. He had a good command of the subject matter and was able to explain even the smallest details in a way that was easy for young children to understand. The tour was consistently exciting and varied. Thank you very much for this wonderful experience.

Mrs A S

Group

Verified booking

Last week

The tour took us so close to the gantrys that previous and future rockets have used. The guide was very knowledgeable about the space programme and took us up close to the VAB. If you are interested in space then you cannot go to Kennedy without the explore tour. Absolutely fabulous. We will go many more times if we are able.

Peter S

Group

Verified booking

Last week

Hi a great day at Kennedy space centre, we have a an aurtistic grandson, he loves all the different things there well worth the money, and a great day out and they are always happy to help. The tour guide Steve was the best Booking with head out was straight forward, will use again

Chadwick P

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Absolutely great! Super personable guides and bus drivers, everything was well maintained and clean. The attention to detail and display of everything was top notch. We will definitely be back the next time we are in the area!

Thomas H

Solo

Verified booking

Yesterday

This was a whole lot more than I expected! I took the VIP tour bus and our guide shared information I never knew. All the diplays and interactive things. Top notch and well done! Highly recommend this palce to every one.

Richard C

Solo

Verified booking

6 days ago

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!

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.

Opt for the Adult at Kids Rate Promo Admission + Explore Tour to save more while enjoying guided access to restricted areas.

Limited-time promotion: Adult at Kids Rate admission + Explore Tour (as per option selected)

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
Sean C
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Going step by step.. Getting there was super easy by car. Loads of parking and well signposted. Entry was well managed, we got there early and queued for opening time, then easy access with our tickets through headout. We had booked the explorer tour. So didn't need to wait in the normal, long bus queue - had a dedicated line. This allowed us to visit the rocket garden first. Epic start to the day. Bus was brilliant, ken our guide was super friendly and informative. The explore tour was also really worth the money with some great additional stops and truly stunning photos of the pads and items near VAB. Then Saturn 5, again, the scale of this is not really shown in images. Breathtaking. Same with the space shuttle back at the main visitor center. I was last here when it was just a replica as a child. The real shuttle now has a whole immersive walk around and amazing interactive learning area. Shop, hale of fame, deep space. All worth visits. We were in the park from opening until 5:30. We didn't dawdle that much and didn't do the kids area. There is plenty to see for a while day. We brought lunch in a collbag backpack. Would recommend, as food is pricey, just like the Orlando parks. I would say sheltered seating is a little limited in places. Overall an excellent day. Great for children and adults. We went as a couple in our early thirties and had an absolute blast!
Andre D
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
The guided tour offered valuable insights and access to 2 stops which are not included in the regular ticket price. Our tour guide was very pleasant and knowledgeable in contrast to the few people you might find in the exhibitions. I loved to learn so much more about space exploration and enjoyed the day. Unfortunately is the entire space center understaffed and it's really difficult to find anybody knowledgeable about the basics. The little add on for the guided Explorer tour is the best value you can get. One of the perks of this special interest line is to skip the very long line for the regular unguided bus transfer.
Chadwick P
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Absolutely great! Super personable guides and bus drivers, everything was well maintained and clean. The attention to detail and display of everything was top notch. We will definitely be back the next time we are in the area!
Nicole H
Family
Verified booking
Last week
The tour was very interesting. The guide and the driver were both very, very friendly, attentive to all the guests, and the guide was able to provide informative answers to all our questions. He had a good command of the subject matter and was able to explain even the smallest details in a way that was easy for young children to understand. The tour was consistently exciting and varied. Thank you very much for this wonderful experience.
Mrs A S
Group
Verified booking
Last week
The tour took us so close to the gantrys that previous and future rockets have used. The guide was very knowledgeable about the space programme and took us up close to the VAB. If you are interested in space then you cannot go to Kennedy without the explore tour. Absolutely fabulous. We will go many more times if we are able.

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.

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.

Guests visiting on August 30, 2026, may have the opportunity to witness the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launch from the Atlantis North Lawn viewing area. For 2-Day General Admission tickets, either admission day may be used on August 30, 2026, subject to the launch schedule and viewing-area availability.

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