John F. Kennedy Space Center

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Kennedy Space Center Tours. Tours of Kennedy Space Center offer unique perspectives into NASA space operations and the nation’s aeronautical programs. Three tours offered at Kennedy Space Center include NASA Up-close Tour, Cape Canaveral: Then & Now Tour, and the Kennedy Space Center Tour. The popular Kennedy Space Center Tour includes stops at the International Space Station Center, LC 39 Observation Gallery, and the Apollo/Saturn V Center attractions.

New Shuttle Launch Experience. Shuttle Launch Experience is the newest attraction at Kennedy Space Center. This thrilling adventure ride simulates the sensations of a space shuttle launch. The experience includes a pre-launch briefing, authentic launch sequence activities, and sound and lighting effects before shooting six stories high into orbit. Shuttle Launch Experience is further enhanced with testimonials from veteran NASA astronauts.  [Top]

Kennedy Space Center Launch Schedules. Kennedy Space Center is the busiest launch facility in the United States. Various launch programs are open throughout the year at Kennedy Space Center for public viewing. In addition to space shuttle launches, launch programs at Kennedy Space Center include rockets carrying satellites, Martian rovers, planetary explorers, and International Space Station missions. View the Kennedy Space Center launch schedules for missions occurring during your Florida vacation.  [Top]