The Experience
Get an insider’s view of Kennedy Space Center and discover what it takes to launch the space shuttle from preparation to liftoff on the NASA KSC UP Close Tour. Guided by tour specialists, see the giant structures that make up the world’s largest launch facility. Get an up-close look at the coastal launch pads that unleashed the power to put people on the moon and send space shuttles to the International Space Station.
Tour includes:
- Round-trip transportation
- Unlimited access to the Visitors Complex exhibits such as IMAX Space Films, Rocket Garden, Robot Scouts, Universe Theater, Astronaut Encounter, Exploration in the New Millennium, Early Space Exploration.
- The Ultimate Ticket – A SPACE PASS – Dine with the Astronaut and a KSC tour.
- Buffet Lunch included within the Dine with an Astronaut program.
Tour Highlights
- Meet face-to-face with an Astronaut at the ‘Live’ Astronaut encounter.
- Touch a piece of Mars at the new Exploration in the New Millennium.
- Go into space on the Shuttle Launch Experience Simulator!
- Your chance to get autographs and photos with the Astronaut.
- Excellent tour for those wanting to get in-depth information about the happenings within the Kennedy Space
- Center and the NASA Shuttle program.
- Ride the G-Force simulator and experience a shuttle take off.
- Once in a lifetime opportunity to view where history is made.
- Experience the feeling of lifting off, whilst riding the Shuttle Launch Experience!
- Get a birds-eye view of the absolutely amazing shuttle launch pad.
- Walk beneath a massive Saturn V rocket, feel its thunderous lift-off rumble – and other immersive experiences.
- Hear the stories of the Astronaut Experience whilst enjoying the buffet lunch.
- This is the Ultimate Space Adventure Tour!
Menu:
It is a buffet lunch that varies seasonally but a meat, pasta; vegetarian, family choice will always be included along with a Desert Selection / Ice Tea, Soda and Coffee.
Itinerary
*SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME AND SHOULD ONLY BE USED AS A GUIDE*
Pickups between: 7:20AM-8.30AM
Departs Orlando at approx: 8:30AM
Arrive at KSC Visitor Complex at approx: 9:30AM
Atlantis Tour – 10:00am
Dine w/ Astronaut – 12:00pm
NASA Bus Tour – 1:30pm
Depart KSC Visitor Complex: 5:30PM
Arrive Orlando at approx: 7:00PM-7:30PM
Session Length
Approx. 12 Hours
Numbers
This voucher is valid for one person.
Vital Information
This voucher is available for one person 12+ years. If you would like a voucher for children under 12 years, please contact us. 72 hour cancellation policy. No backpacks, large bags, coolers, food, or weapons allowed inside the KSC Visitor Center.
Additional Information
Stroller and wheelchair rentals available.
Electronic Translator Systems available for hire.
Camera, film, video recorder film is available at the gift shop.
What To Wear
Casual, comfortable and cool
Availability
Every day of the week (subject to availability)
Location
Kennedy Space Center Pick Up Times:
7:25am - Lake Buena Vista Resort and Spa - 8113 Resort Village Dr, Orlando, FL 32821
7:30am - Wild Side Bar and Grill - 7725 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, Fl 34747
7:45am - Swan Hotel @ Disney - 1200 Epcot resort Blvd Bay Lake, FL 32830
7:50am - Firehouse Sub @ Crossroads - 12515 State Rd. 535 Ste 515 Orlando, FL 32836
8:00am - Universal Resort Bus Loop - Bus Space #71- 5855 Universal Blvd, Orlando, Fl 32819
8:05am - Rosen Inn international - 7600 International Dr, Orlando, Fl 32819
8:10am - Rosen Inn Pointe Orlando - 9000 International Dr Orlando, FL 32819
8:15am - Senor Frogs - 8747 International Dr Orlando, FL 32819
TBD - I- Drive 360 - 8401 International Dr Orlando, FL 32819
Arrive at the pickup location at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.
