Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex    

 
 
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Quick Facts
 
OVERVIEW
Each year, more than 1.5 million guests from around the world experience their very own space adventure by exploring the exciting past, present and future of America’s space program at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.  Built in 1967 as a means for NASA astronauts’ and employees’ families to view space center operations, today the Visitor Complex is one of Central Florida’s most popular tourist destinations.
 
Since 1995, when Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts, Inc. began managing the Visitor Complex, every aspect of this 70-acre facility has been entirely redeveloped and enhanced. From the new Shuttle Launch Experience, astronaut encounters to larger-than-life IMAX® films, live shows, hands-on activities and behind-the-scenes tours, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex offers guests an educational, entertaining and comprehensive space program experience. 

DIRECTIONS
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is located 45 minutes east of Orlando on State Road 405, six miles inside the KennedySpaceCenter entrance.  From Orlando, take State Road 528 east and follow the signs to KennedySpaceCenter.  From Interstate 95, take exit 212 northbound or exit 215 southbound.  From Merritt Island or CocoaBeach, take State Road 3. 

GUEST INFORMATION
Telephone: 321-449-4444 or TTY: 321-454-4198, www.KennedySpaceCenter.com

OPERATING HOURS
Opens at 9:00 a.m.  Closing times vary by season.  Open daily except December 25 and certain launch days.  Guests should plan to spend the day for a complete experience.

ADMISSION
Admission is $38 + tax for adults and $28 + tax for children ages 3-11.  Includes the new Shuttle Launch Experience, KSC Tour, IMAX® space films, the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®, all attractions and exhibits and a second day free.  For group reservations for 15 or more, call 321-449-4400.
 
SERVICES
Complimentary wheelchairs and strollers are available inside the main entrance and all exhibits and tours are wheelchair accessible. The Visitor Complex offers complimentary parking and use of pet kennels. First aid, automated teller machine and bus parking are available.
 
SHOPPING
The Space Shop is the largest retail store in the world devoted to space-themed merchandise with more than 40,000 items. Guests may also order items by telephone at 1-800-621-9826 or on the web at www.thespaceshop.com.
 
DINING
Guests may choose from numerous self-service restaurants and specialty food locations with a wide variety of menu options. Lunch With an Astronaut is available daily at 12:30 p.m. and includes a delicious lunch, a briefing and Q & A with a NASA astronaut and an autographed souvenir.
 
MEETINGS, EVENTS AND CATERING
From private parties to corporate functions, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the perfect place to launch your function. For more information, call 321-449-4400 or click here.
 
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex offers several youth education programs including Camp Kennedy Space Center, Overnight Adventures, annual programs for Homeschoolers, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, field trips and special programs for youth groups. For more information, call 321-449-4400 or click here.
 
LAUNCHES
Media wishing to cover NASA space shuttle or rocket launches should contact the NASA Press Site at Kennedy Space Center at 321-867-2468 or click here to visit their Website.
 
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