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

Visitors exiting a tour bus at Kennedy Space Center, greeted by a guide.

Kennedy Space Center tour bus parked near space shuttle exhibit.

NASA globe sculpture at Kennedy Space Center with space shuttle in background.

Visitors taking a selfie at Kennedy Space Center with NASA building in the background.

Open today

9:00am - 6:00pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

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

4.4/5

(2,623)

Paul T

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

With our tour pass we were able to bypass the long entry line into the space center and this allowed us to see several exhibits before our 10am bus tour. Then the tour guide met us to walk us to the bus. He was a 14 year veteran pilot and provided a wealth of background information on the long history of Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center. We entered areas that the general public were not allowed into. It was well worth the value.

Marylee L

Family

Verified booking

2 days ago

The Kennedy Space Center is a one of a kind experience. With so much to see and do on the basic tour, what more could there be? Add the Explore Tour to your day to see behind the scenes and get into restricted areas to get much more out of your day. The tour guides are excellent and they take you up-close to launch sites and tell you the incredible history of the area. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!!

Lisa A

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

We took the guided explorer tour and it was wonderful. It was informative and we were able to get somewhat close to certain launch pads. All of the other exhibitions were great. There is so much to see. I'm glad we bought a two-day ticket. One thing that could be improved is the food in the cafe. By the time you get your food and find a place to sit, your food ends up being cold, especially the french fries.

Roseann F

Group

Verified booking

Last week

We took the Guided Explore Tour and had Richard as our guide. There was so much more that we were able to see, that a lot of other people did not get to see and do. It was so amazing, and Richard was awesome. He was a wealth of knowledge, fun to hang out with and he made the trip that much more worth taking. When you are booking your trip this is definitely something you should not miss.

Theodore A

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

Outstanding! Patrick, our guide, was very sharp, well informed, and on top of the situation when minor difficulties arose. Well done and I enjoyed every minute. The different venues and static displays at KSC were amazing. I recommend the Explore tour, as one can see and absorb much more. We filled the entire day and there was more to see.

Ann P

Group

Verified booking

3 days ago

The tour was great. We loved seeing the Artemis on the launch pad. We hated being dumped at a remote building where we had to wait for a bus back to the visitors center. Waited in a long line for an hour. There was a period of at least 20 minutes when hardly any buses came, and the ones that did left empty. The crowd was mad.

Limited-time promo: Adults can now enjoy Kennedy Space Center admission at child ticket prices—the perfect opportunity to plan your space adventure.

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.

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.

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.

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

Holidays in Space show

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
Dennis P
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
The views from the Gantry were great. The highlight though was being up close to the Artemis spaceship on the launch pad for its scheduled launch next week to fly around the moon.
Paul T
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
With our tour pass we were able to bypass the long entry line into the space center and this allowed us to see several exhibits before our 10am bus tour. Then the tour guide met us to walk us to the bus. He was a 14 year veteran pilot and provided a wealth of background information on the long history of Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center. We entered areas that the general public were not allowed into. It was well worth the value.
Marylee L
Family
Verified booking
2 days ago
The Kennedy Space Center is a one of a kind experience. With so much to see and do on the basic tour, what more could there be? Add the Explore Tour to your day to see behind the scenes and get into restricted areas to get much more out of your day. The tour guides are excellent and they take you up-close to launch sites and tell you the incredible history of the area. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!!
Lisa A
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
We took the guided explorer tour and it was wonderful. It was informative and we were able to get somewhat close to certain launch pads. All of the other exhibitions were great. There is so much to see. I'm glad we bought a two-day ticket. One thing that could be improved is the food in the cafe. By the time you get your food and find a place to sit, your food ends up being cold, especially the french fries.
Roseann F
Group
Verified booking
Last week
We took the Guided Explore Tour and had Richard as our guide. There was so much more that we were able to see, that a lot of other people did not get to see and do. It was so amazing, and Richard was awesome. He was a wealth of knowledge, fun to hang out with and he made the trip that much more worth taking. When you are booking your trip this is definitely something you should not miss.

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.

Kennedy Space Center

Monday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Thursday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Friday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Saturday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Sunday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm

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.

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

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

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

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket redemption point

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.