- Park Overview Explore Missions Zones
- Heroes and Legends Space Pioneers
- Behind the Gates Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour
- Race to the Moon Apollo Moon Landing
- Shuttle: A Ship Like No Other NASA's Space Shuttle Program
- NASA Now + Next Preparing for Journey to Mars
- All Attractions
- Plan Your Visit
- Hours Of Operation
- Hotel Packages
- Travel Information
- Events Overview
- Event Calendar
- See A Launch
- Groups Overview Plan Events and Tours
- Youth Groups Programs and Field Trips
- Scouts Adventures for Scout Troops
- Private Events Events and Custom Tours
- International Programs and Custom Tours
- Camp KSC Day Camp for Students
- Educators Resources for Teachers
- Programs Educational Programs at KSC
- Accessibility Information
EXPLORE ATTRACTIONS & BE INSPIRED
With so much to explore, where do you begin?
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is organized into Mission Zones where attractions and tours are grouped by chronological era. From the dawn of space exploration to current and ongoing missions, you can get an up-close, hands-on feel for the story of humans in space. Fuel your quest for inspiration right here.
Heroes & Legends
Behind the Gates
Race To The Moon
Shuttle: A Ship Like No Other
NASA Now + Next
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Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Always Exploring at The Kennedy Space Center
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has its origins in 1963 when NASA allowed self-guided tours and later when congress approved funding for a full scale visitor center, Spaceport USA.
Today, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex sits on 42 acres and is America’s front row view to space travel past, present, and future. Historic artifacts, Kennedy Space Center tours, astronaut encounters, rocket launches, and models and simulation of future space travel.
Check Off Your Bucket List
Seeing a rocket launch from Florida’s Space Coast is on many people’s bucket list, and there’s no way for a civilian to get closer to the action than through special viewing options offered by the Visitor Complex. Common options for major launches include “Feel the Heat” which gives you a front row seat at the viewing area at the Apollo/Saturn V Center, only 6 miles from the closest pad.
April 18, 2024
Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 6-52
A batch of satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation – SpaceX’s project for space-based Internet communication system.
April 22, 2024
Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 6-53
April 27, 2024
Falcon 9 Block 5 | 2 x Galileo
Payload consists of two satellites for Europe’s Galileo navigation system.
April 29, 2024
Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 7-25
Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 7-26
Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 7-30
Upcoming Space Coast Launches
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the best place to watch a rocket launch on Florida's Space Coast! Check out what's launching soon
Unique Experiences
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is packed full of attractions and artifacts from America’s Space Program. Some of the experiences include:
- U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame – Pay your respects to the great heroes of the United States Space Program and learn about the early days of our journey to the stars
- Apollo/Saturn V Center – Until you’ve stood under it, you cannot understand how massive the Saturn V rocket is. Relive the entire Apollo program with various exhibits built around America’s trip to the moon
- Space Shuttle Atlantis – There are only 4 real space shuttles on display across the country, and we have one here! Space Shuttle Atlantis is presented in all its glory with it’s bay doors open. Don’t miss the Shuttle Launch Experience ride and the full scale replica of the Hubble Space Telescope
- Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex – Step into the modern era of Commercial Government collaboration in space. Check out a real SpaceX Falcon 9 booster and other artifacts from NASA’s commercial partners. Then step into Spaceport USA ride where you can virtually journey to the stars
Tips for Visiting
- Arrive early: There is so much to do at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, and so little time to do it. Guests are often disappointed that when they choose to arrive later in the day they end up missing out on large sections of the experience. Your family can explore for 2 days and still not run out of things to discover
- Plan Ahead: Knowing which exhibits you want to and planning your route can help those with limited time get the most out of KSCVC. The Visitor Complex sometimes offers special viewing options for major launches, and this is the best way to get up close to the action, but this is also one of the closest spots to view normal launches as well. If you can time your visit with a launch attempt there are sometimes speakers and events centered around them as well.
- Protect Yourself: While most of the artifacts are inside air conditioned buildings, a good chunk of time is spent out in the Florida sun and rain walking between major attraction areas. KSCVC is surrounded by nature and swampland, and as such, bugs can become an issue at certain times of the day. Check the weather and pack sunscreen, rain gear and bug spray as appropriate
- Know Your Peak Seasons: Like other Florida theme parks, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is usually busier around the holiday season, and times when families have vacations. Plan your trip accordingly, pack your patience, and be prepared for slightly longer lines
Related Yearly Events
- Yuri’s Night – April: Party with your fellow space nerds, astronauts, and more and celebrate Yuri Gagarin (the first human to leave Earth) and all things Space!
- Space Coast International Air Show – April/May: South Brevard’s premiere Air Show takes over the skies above Melbourne
- Cocoa Beach Air Show – April/May: Enjoy the waves and sun, while some of the greatest aircraft in the world put on a show above Cocoa Beach
- Thunder on Cocoa Beach – April/May: Get your adrenaline pumping as power boats and other watercraft race to be king of Cocoa Beach
- Taste of Space/Marstini Shake-Off – Oct-Nov: Sample the special menu at the Visitor Complex and enjoy special food and drink events all month
- Holidays in Space – Dec: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex goes all out for the holidays with special exhibits and decorations
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Make plans to visit Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex for an out-of-this-world experience. Here you’ll be inspired as you dive into the past, present and future of space travel. Be sure to check out the newest attraction, Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex Divided into Mission Zones, where attractions and tours…
Cape Crossing Resort & Marina
Cape Crossing Resort & Marina offers the option to step away from the crowds and into a smaller more private setting. Townhomes – offer private garages and personal access to the units. These two-story units give plenty of room to self-isolate even within your own family. Giving you much needed space…
Casa Coquina del Mar Bed & Breakfast
We are a family-owned Bed and Breakfast with great views of Space Coast Launches. We offer full breakfast, complimentary evening snacks and beverages, a super garden hot tub and an electric car charger. Our guest’s comfort and enjoyment is our principal goal.
Space Coast Launches App
Are you obsessed with space? Download our Space Coast Launches App to watch a live stream of every rocket launched from Kennedy Space Center & Cape Canaveral AFS, Florida.
- Locate the exact spot on the horizon to watch during a live rocket launch using the Compass feature.
- Countdown every second with real-time launch clock on the main screen.
- Keep track of upcoming missions including current launch schedule, in-depth mission plans and rocket details.
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See the visionary designs paving the way for human deep space travel while discovering the current cutting-edge space exploration innovations from NASA and commercial partners. Enter the spaceport of the future and launch aboard one of four unforgettable journeys at Spaceport KSC.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex℠ is organized into Mission Zones — allowing you to weave your way through the U.S. Space Program in chronological order: Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Shuttle and beyond! Heroes & Legends. Behind the Gates. Race to the Moon. Shuttle: A Ship Like No Other.
Explore All Attractions. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has many must see attractions, from space-flown artifacts to behind-the-gates tours. Explore them all as you plan your visit to America’s multi-user spaceport! Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is operated for NASA by Delaware North and is entirely visitor-funded.
Visit for as low as $45 per day and experience everything at the visitor complex! Save with a 2-Day Admission Ticket, and return for a second time within 6 months. See details below. ADULT (age 12+) $89. CHILD (age 3-11) $79. BUY ADMISSION.
Learn about upcoming events and launches before or during your visit. Translation capabilities for the guest’s preferred language. Kennedy Space Center Official Guide App is available for free in both the App Store and Google Play . Remember, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the visitor complex.
There are thousands of experiences at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Explore our attractions below and start planning your dream visit.
Kennedy Space Center is the world’s preeminent launch complex for government and commercial space access, enabling the world to explore and work in space. Learn more information about Kennedy’s background, mission, and process that went into constructing the Master Plan.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is organized into Mission Zones where attractions and tours are grouped by chronological era. From the dawn of space exploration to current and ongoing missions, you can get an up-close, hands-on feel for the story of humans in space. Fuel your quest for inspiration right here.
Countdown every second with real-time launch clock on the main screen. Keep track of upcoming missions including current launch schedule, in-depth mission plans and rocket details. Explore the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, your gateway to the stars, only on Florida's Space Coast.
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is in Merritt Island, Florida. Most of the Kennedy Space Center and nearby Cape Canaveral Space Force Station are behind security gates. However, the Visitor Complex can be accessed on public roads.