Kennedy Space Center Express from Orlando

4.7 (213 reviews) Orlando, USA
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 55 travelers

Overview

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!

What's included

  • Professional and Certified Guide on Bus
  • Admission ticket to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
  • Bus Tour to the Saturn V Center at the Kennedy Space Center
  • IMAX movies at the Visitor Center Complex
  • Round-trip shared transfer from ICON 360 Plaza
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Admission on 'black out dates' due to special launch events

What to expect

  1. NASA Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
    8h · Admission ticket included
    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.
  2. Space Shuttle Atlantis
    1h · Admission ticket included
    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.
  3. Apollo/Saturn V Center
    2h · Admission ticket included
    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!
  4. Heroes & Legends Featuring The U.S Astronaut Hall Of Fame
    30m · Admission ticket included
    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®.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We pick up at the rear of Icon Park facing Universal Blvd. Near the back entrance to the Icon ticket office, between the wheel and the garage. Free parking is available. Departure is 08:00AM.

End point

We pick up at the rear of Icon Park facing Universal Blvd. Near the back entrance to the Icon ticket office, between the wheel and the garage. Free parking is available. Departure is 08:00AM.

Additional 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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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