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Kennedy Space Center Tickets with Guided Explore Tour

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09:00am - 05:00pm

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Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Guided tour

Transfers included

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

4.5/5

(5,476)

Steven Bruce Elliott

Steven

Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
I grew up living in Titusville in the laste 50's and early 60's, my father actually worked on building some of the original launch pads and my trip there brought back so many memories. Taking the bus tour was amazing to see the Space Center and how it grown so much and the modern technology of the Base. To the the Rocket garden from the Mercury though the Saturn 5 located inside, is something everybody should see. The Shuttle Atlantis was a totally incredible display, along with the Huble and everything needed to support all the different flight programs. After seeing Kennedy Space Center if possible everybody should see Huntsville and the incredible displays they have, there is enough difference that you wont regrete spending time at both historical facilities.
Gary Simpson

Gary

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Being able to visit the various locations around the property was a massive bonus. Standing on such historic ground was both humbling and awe inspiring. Seeing the photos of all those who have made the grade as astronauts, and for most of them something they aspired to all of their lives, was inspiring. To me the idea that we are explorers venturing out into the new place that is space, epitomizes what the human race has always done. And the space shuttle is not the end of that journey, just another extraordinary phase of it.
BONNIE CROCKETT

Bonnie

Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We took our sons, their wives, and four grandchildren to KSC on Friday November 14th. I surprised them with tickets for the KSC Explore Tour. Ages ranged from 67 to 10, and we had a wonderful experience. We are in awe of space exploration, and every aspect of this tour was so interesting. (My favorite movie is Apollo 13). The best part was seeing the Atlantis Space Shuttle Reveal. Just fascinating. This was my husband's and my third visit, and we learn more with each visit. And we will be going back!

    • 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.

  • 4.5
    5,476 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Daniel W Fenner

    Daniel

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Truly Out-of-This-World Experience at Kennedy Space Center! Visiting the Kennedy Space Center was nothing short of awe-inspiring. From the moment you walk through the gates, you can feel the history, innovation, and boundless imagination that shaped America’s space program. Every exhibit is thoughtfully designed, immersive, and full of jaw-dropping moments that make you feel like you’re standing on the edge of discovery. The Space Shuttle Atlantis display alone is worth the trip — seeing a real shuttle up close is absolutely breathtaking. The accompanying simulations, especially the shuttle launch experience, make you feel like you’re truly strapped in and blasting off into orbit. The Bus Tour to the launch sites is a must-do. Getting to see the iconic launch pads, the massive Vehicle Assembly Building, and areas still actively used for missions today brings the reality of space exploration to life. The guides were knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and clearly passionate about sharing the magic of NASA. Every staff member we encountered was friendly, helpful, and genuinely excited to talk about space. Whether you’re a lifelong space nerd or just curious, their enthusiasm is contagious. Kennedy Space Center perfectly blends education, inspiration, and fun. It reignites that childlike sense of wonder and reminds you what humanity is capable of when we dare to dream bigger. Highly, HIGHLY recommend — this is a bucket-list experience that stays with you long after you leave. 🚀✨
    Beatrix Conaway

    Beatrix

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    We had the Explore tour. It was so informative. We enjoyed the simulator experience. The staff was SO great. You can tell when someone loves their job. They share their knowledge easily and confidently with jokes interspersed during the telling. Will definitely come back. And bring the grandkids to enjoy with us
    Luiz G Camargo

    Luiz

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    I went with my parents and it was a great experience. Lots of activities and things to see and even take pictures! Great place for families to visit together, and we even got to see a rocket launch that day (you can check NASA's schedule to see if there will be a launch or not).
    Sandra Johnson Bailey

    Sandra

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Our entire experience was amazing. Our guide Ken was just a treasure, providing so many inside bits of history that we otherwise could not have learned. Sorry to have left just a few hours before a launch, but it was just a moving and awe-inspiring visit
    Kerri Zinn

    Kerri

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The tour was amazing and getting to see the crawler was absolutely a wonderful surprise. The tour was even better than I could imagine and definitely worth the price!!

  • 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

    Monday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 05:00pm

  • 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.
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