Kennedy Space Center Express from Orlando
Description
You’ll be over the moon for this awesome look into the science and history of the Space Program. See how it feels to take off in a space shuttle by watching the 3D IMAX movie or riding the Shuttle Launch experience simulator. Have an encounter with an astronaut, touch a moon rock, see Space Shuttle Atlantis up-close and much, much more! With our express option, you will meet the bus at our final meeting point and avoid the extra time on the bus in the morning. During the ride to the complex our knowledgable tour guides will give you all the needed information to ensure you are set up to enjoy a great day at the facility. Our guides are experts on the complex and can speak to you individually to make sure you visit the attractions you wish to see. There is so much to do during the day at the space center, but don't forget to hit up the worlds largest space store for your souvenirs before you board the bus back to Central Florida in the late afternoon!
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This visitor center is inspirational. Wander through a garden of rockets, encounter an astronaut, watch a 3D IMAX movie, touch a piece a moon rock, ride the shuttle launch experience simulator and see the Space Shuttle Atlantis up-close -these are just some of our teams favorite things to do. The visitor center has so many options. We get you there for 9am, and you can spend the day exploring. On the bus ride over the tour guide will give you a lot of information to ensure you make the most out of your time. Opened in summer 2022, Gateway: the deep space launch complex is a bold new attraction that explore the future of space travel what highlighting what is happening right now in the space program. With your commander steering the path, launch aboard one of four unique journeys through the solar system and beyond during an immersive ride. 'Journey to Mars' and you can immerse yourself in the future of space exploration. The space center is always a highlight of a Florida trip.
A ship like no other, the space shuttle launched like a rocket and landed like a glider while transporting astronauts to space and back for thirty years. Stand in awe of this American icon at Space Shuttle Atlantis®, permanent home of the orbiter. Explore shuttle missions that secured the future of Hubble Space Telescope and the International Space Station. Learn how to dock and land the shuttle with training simulators. Discover the legacy of NASA's Space Shuttle Program.
There are lots of exhibits at this center....... Some of our favorites are - Saturn V Rocket Every human who stepped foot on the Moon launched from Kennedy Space Center atop a Saturn V rocket. Learn about the power of this rocket and imagine what it was like to launch into space on this massive machine. The Apollo 8 Firing Room Experience the thrill of the space race with the launch of Apollo 8. Watch history unfold in the Firing Room as the first crewed Saturn V mission blasts into space. Exploring the Moon - and touching the moon rock! Experience the wonder of the Apollo Moon landings through various interactive exhibits and artifacts. Seeing a real lunar module and touching an actual Moon rock are only a few of the ways you too can explore the Moon!
Celebrate the pioneers of NASA’s early space programs which inspired a nation to reach for the stars. Heroes & Legends, presented by Boeing®, also features the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring a camera to capture all of the amazing sights!
- Visitors may bring backpacks and soft-sided coolers into the visitor complex. Food and beverages packed in small, soft-sided coolers are permitted.
- Glass bottles or containers are not permitted.
- For security, all bags are subject to search.
- If your scheduled your date becomes a rocket launch please contact us, as regular packages may not be permitted (launch dependent).
- Wheelchair accessible vehicles have to be arranged. Not all tour vehicles have wheelchair lifts/ramps so please contact vendor to notify in advance if needed.
- Express bus service is guaranteed in the mornings, however in the afternoon it may not be the first drop off location.
Reviews(206)
Perfect way to travel to Kennedy Space Center. Guide ensured all passengers were on board and had a map of Center with relevant info to assist in making the most of the day.
I would recommend, long day very informative! Amazing vision, how NASA got all the countries to unite.
Nice day if you have interest in space . Not very long from Orlando. Comfortable bus with great guide Brad
Excellent driver and helpful information on how to time our visit so that we don't get stuck behind a huge line. Unfortunately you won't get much about the history of NASA from the tour operator. I also wouldn't recommend the Saturn V rocket complex, it's a big detour for a very big rocket and not much else. My advice is that you start with the Atlantis shuttle, which was absolutely amazing. Go for the experiences (iMAX theater, talk to the astronaut) because the places you visit won't offer much information. And read your own materials before the visit
Thank you for sharing your experience and helpful tips! We’re glad to hear the guidance on timing and navigating the day made a difference, and that you enjoyed the Atlantis exhibit. We appreciate your feedback on the level of historical detail as well—our goal is to provide a smooth, well-organized visit with helpful insights, and we’ll take this into account as we continue to refine the experience.
The tour guide Bob was well prepared and talk and info helpful. Bus driver was terrific. The negative was that the address to meet the bus and idescription that given was in the reserve was totally incorrect and more than 5 minutes from description. It was on a different street. I contacted the Viator site and they gave me correct info. But we easily could have missed the entire tour. Bob and P the driver 5 stars, app directions 0. Thank goodness someone responded to my message when nobody was showing up.
Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re really glad to hear Bob and your driver took great care of you and helped make the tour enjoyable.
We booked the grey Line Kennedy Space Centre Express Transport in the morning from Orland to the Space Centre. It is a good idea to book this so you can be there when they open. Our bus guide Mike gave great recommendations for the order to do the Space Centre which we followed and got to spend plenty of time at the things we most wanted to see. You must see the Space Centre when in the area. It's really well organized and very informative interactive displays. Absolute high light is the Shuttle Atlantis exhibition.
We’re glad Mike’s tips helped you plan your day and make the most of your time at Kennedy Space Center. The Atlantis exhibit really is a standout—thanks for the recommendation and for spending the day with us!
Lacks a little more attention to detail, rest good place to stay overnight, accessible and economical.
Need more time to see it all, everyone on the bus said so. Wonderful exhibits, long lines to do all activities, great learning experience about the space program. Great bus guides, but long ride home. Check ahead and plan a launch day tour!
I wish I would have known I could catch the bus closer to where we were staying., I am guessing I missed that. We really liked not having to drive.
The guide was pointless. There was nothing more than a couple of a repeated phrase “let’s make some memories” on boarding the bus and on the microphone on arrival at KSC. Reduced the cost of the experience and just have a bus driver. The return drop off process was a complete mystery, frustrating for all on board.
