Kennedy Space Center tickets: prices, options and what kids love
Every Kennedy Space Center ticket for 2026: 1-day and 2-day prices, military and resident deals, add-ons, launch viewing, where to buy, and what each age group enjoys most.
A one-day Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex ticket costs $77 for adults (12 and up) and $67 for kids 3 to 11, plus tax and $15 parking, and children under 3 get in free. That ticket already covers Space Shuttle Atlantis, the Shuttle Launch Experience, the bus tour to the Saturn V, Gateway, Planet Play and a live Astronaut Encounter. Space-loving families get the most from the $91 and $81 two-day ticket; everyone else should buy one day online and skip the add-ons. The date picker for the one-day ticket on GetYourGuide, from $83 with tax included, is just below.
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Kennedy Space Center tickets at a glance
Prices are the visitor complex’s own, before tax, as of October 2026.
| 1-day ticket | $77 adult (12+), $67 child (3–11), plus tax |
| 2-day ticket | $91 adult, $81 child; the second visit within 6 months |
| Under 3 | Free |
| Parking | $15 per car ($5 motorcycle, $20 RV) |
| Hours (through November 25, 2026) | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; last entry 1 hour before closing; last bus tour 2.5 hours before closing |
| Time needed | One full day at minimum; two days to see everything |
| Best ages | 5 to 14; toddlers are happy in Planet Play |
| Distance | About 50 miles east of Orlando, an hour or more by car |
| Our pick | The 2-day ticket for space-loving families; a 1-day online ticket for everyone else |
For a family of four, the 2-day ticket is $344 before tax, against $288 for one day. Check launches early too: normal admission often lets you watch from the main complex when liftoff falls during opening hours, closer seats cost extra (about $99 at the LC-39 Gantry and $75 at the Apollo/Saturn V Center), and on big crewed missions regular tickets and annual passes may not be valid at all.
Quick facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official name | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, operated for NASA by Delaware North since May 1995; the contract runs to 2028, per the Delaware North newsroom |
| Address | Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953, off SR 405 (Space Commerce Way was designated State Road 321 in 2026) |
| Phone | 1-855-433-4210 |
| Funding | No U.S. tax dollars; the official FAQ says the complex “is supported entirely by revenue generated from parking, admission, food service, and merchandise” |
| Timed entry? | You pick a date when buying online, with no time slot for general admission; HYPERDECK VR needs a same-day reservation in the official app |
| Outside food | Allowed in small, soft-sided coolers; no glass and no outside alcohol |
| Stroller rental | $8 single, $10 double |
| Accessibility | Certified Autism Center (IBCCES); Guest Accessibility Pass; wheelchair $10, ECV $30 |
| Closed | Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026) and Christmas Day |
How much are Kennedy Space Center tickets?
A one-day adult ticket is $77 and a child ticket $67 before tax, and nearly every other ticket type is priced from those two numbers. Brevard County’s combined sales tax is 7%, per the Florida Department of Revenue; a 0.5% infrastructure surtax is set to expire on December 31, 2026, so the 2027 rate is not yet confirmed. One reseller’s adult price with tax, $82.39, matches $77 plus 7%.
| Ticket type | Adult (12+) | Child (3–11) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Admission | $77 | $67 | Includes the bus tour, Atlantis, Gateway, shows, IMAX and Planet Play. On Viator: Kennedy Space Center Cape Canaveral Admission, from $82, 4.6/5 from 378 reviews |
| 2-Day Admission | $91 | $81 | Two visits within 6 months of purchase, not necessarily consecutive; sold on the official site only |
| Military 1-Day | $72 | $62 | Active duty, retired and veterans, plus up to 6 guests per transaction; ID.me online or proof at Will Call |
| Military 2-Day | $86 | $76 | Same rules |
| Senior (55+) | $72 (1-day), $86 (2-day) | — | Sold at the visitor complex ticket plaza |
| Atlantis Annual Pass | $149 | $120 | Free parking, 10% off food and retail, 10% off admission for up to 6 guests |
| Cosmic Club Family Annual Pass | $432.10 | — | 2 adults and up to 4 kids (3–11) per visit; free parking; Planet Play perks |
| Under 3 | Free | Free | — |
| Salute to Brevard (Brevard residents) | $21 | $16 | Ran October 12 to 25, 2026; ticket plaza only, with proof of residency |
| County resident weeks (Orange and Osceola, for example) | $21 | $16 | Ran September 21 to 27, 2026 (Volusia and Seminole September 14 to 20) |
| Junior Space Explorer Pass | — | Free for Florida kids 5 and under | Florida residents only; registration required |
What a family of four pays (2 adults, 2 kids, 1 day): $288 in tickets, about $308 with tax, plus $15 parking, so roughly $323 before food. The 2-day version is $344 before tax, only $56 more for a whole second day.
An adult Atlantis Annual Pass ($149) costs $58 more than a 2-day ticket and covers parking each time, so it pays off from the third visit, or sooner if you live nearby. Annual passes are not valid for separately priced launch viewing or special events.
Promotions change often. The “Adults at Kids Rate” deal ($67 adult tickets for visits through December 18, 2026) could only be bought until October 4, 2026, and we found no sign it is on sale now. The Florida Four-Pack (4 tickets for $167) ended on May 24, 2026. The visitor complex’s FAQ says it runs annual sales for Veterans Day and Black Friday to Cyber Monday in November, and MAX POWER (November 6 to 8, 2026) lists $17.76 off one-day admission. Check the official offers page before you buy.
Discounts: how to avoid the full price
The dependable discounts are military ($5 off), seniors 55 and up ($5 off), resident promotions and seasonal sales. Online resellers mostly offer convenience, such as tax included and flexible dates, with little saving.
- Buy online in advance. You skip the ticket-window line and go straight to security, and add-ons can sell out online before the day.
- Wait for a seasonal sale if your dates are flexible: Veterans Day, Black Friday to Cyber Monday, Armed Forces Week in May (free for service members in 2026) and September’s Florida resident offers.
- Costco has sold one-day tickets online to members, with a limit per membership; we could not confirm the current offer, so check the member site.
- Go City Orlando: Kennedy Space Center is on the Go City All-Inclusive Pass with Kennedy Space Center (from $239, 4.4/5 from 63 reviews) and is one of the headline choices on the Orlando Essentials Pass (from $139 for 3 attractions; only 4 reviews so far, so treat its 5/5 with caution). MouseSavers says Kennedy is not on the Explorer Pass. Orlando CityPASS also includes it.
- AAA: some local clubs have offered discounts, but we could not confirm a current one, so ask your club.
Add-ons and experiences: prices, length and minimum ages
The only add-on most families should consider is the $30 and $24 KSC Explore Tour. The rest suit superfans with a matching budget.
| Experience | Price | Length | Min. age or height | Admission included? | Our take |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSC Explore Tour | $30 adult, $24 child (official add-on); small-group trip option from $89 on GetYourGuide, with transport from Orlando | About 2 to 3 hrs, including the Saturn V Center | Ages 3+ (child rate 3–11) | No (yes on the GetYourGuide small-group trip) | Good for photo-loving kids of 8 and up. It replaces the standard bus tour, so do not do both |
| Chat With An Astronaut | $50 adult, $35 child (official add-on); from $137 with admission on GetYourGuide | About 1 hr (10 a.m. and 2 p.m.) | All ages; under-18s with a paying adult | No (yes on the GetYourGuide bundle) | Great for curious kids of 9 and up; includes food, a signed lithograph and one adult drink |
| Fly With An Astronaut | $206 adult, $181 child | About 5 hrs | Ages 3+; the Shuttle Launch Experience needs 44" | Yes (1 day) | Selected weekends only, and a splurge; sold on the official site only |
| KSC Elite VIP Tour | $190 (ages 3+) | All day | Ages 3+ | Yes (2-day ticket, parking, food and drink) | Select dates, late October to November 2026 listed; good for grandparents treating everyone; official site only |
| Astronaut Training Experience (ATX) | $175 per trainee on the official site; from $190 on GetYourGuide | 4 to 5 hrs | Ages 10+; under-18s need a paying, participating adult | No | Best for space-obsessed tweens and teens; not wheelchair accessible |
| ATX Plus Limited Admission | $217 | 4 to 5 hrs plus the rest of the day | Ages 10+ | Yes (same day) | Better value than ATX alone if you have not bought admission |
| HYPERDECK VR (Mission Moon) | Included | About 7 min | Height minimum reported at 46" (unconfirmed) | Yes | Reserve in the official app as soon as you arrive, because slots run out |
On GetYourGuide, the small-group option of the From Orlando: Kennedy Space Center Trip with Transport, which includes the Explore bus tour, is rated 4.8/5 from 899 reviews, the Chat with an Astronaut with Admission ticket 4.5/5 from 42 reviews, and the Astronaut Training Experience 4.4/5 from 34 reviews.
“Lunch with an Astronaut” was replaced by Chat With An Astronaut in December 2021. We found no current listing for Mars Base 1, a family version of ATX, or the old “KSC Insider” and “Cape Canaveral: Then & Now” tours, so treat any listing that still shows them as out of date.
Launch viewing tickets: do you need one?
For most routine launches, such as Starlink and cargo flights, you do not. If liftoff falls during opening hours, normal admission lets you watch from the main visitor complex. You need a separate Launch Transportation Ticket (LTT) or package only for the closer sites, for launches outside opening hours, or for big crewed missions. These are sold on the official site only.
| Option | Typical price | Distance from the pad | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main visitor complex (Atlantis North Lawn or Rocket Garden) | Included with admission | About 6.7 to 8 miles | The rocket is visible once it clears the tree line; limited bleachers; live commentary |
| Banana Creek at the Apollo/Saturn V Center (by bus tour) | Sometimes included, first come, first served | About 3.9 to 6.2 miles | You see the rocket leave the pad; bleachers |
| Apollo/Saturn V Center Premium LTT | About $75 plus admission | About 3.9 to 6.2 miles | A guaranteed bus seat and seating |
| The Gantry at LC-39 LTT | About $99 plus admission | About 3.4 miles for SLC-40 launches | The closest regular public viewing; bleachers; limited tickets that often sell out |
| Gateway Rooftop | About $69 plus admission (reported for Crew-13) | About 6.7 miles | A standing-room rooftop |
| Feel the Heat package (major missions) | About $250 | About 3.5 to 3.9 miles | Used for Artemis II: 2 launch attempts, a bonus day, bus and commentary |
How it works:
- Launch viewing tickets go on sale only once a launch is confirmed. Sign up for KSC email alerts and check the official events calendar.
- If a launch is postponed before you board the bus, your LTT carries over to the next attempt or can be refunded.
- On milestone launch days, regular tickets and annual passes may not get you in. For Artemis II, only launch-package holders were admitted, and some resellers state that their tickets are not valid on launch days.
- A launch ticket does not guarantee a launch, and scrubs are common.
Launches in late 2026 and 2027:
- Artemis II launched on April 1, 2026 from Pad 39B and splashed down on April 10, after its four astronauts flew around the Moon.
- NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 launched on October 1, 2026.
- Artemis III is targeted for 2027. NASA’s June 9, 2026 release naming the crew says the mission “will undertake a series of challenging tests in Earth orbit in 2027, essential for Artemis IV, the first planned crewed mission to the lunar South Pole in 2028.” Expect premium launch packages.
- The official calendar showed few upcoming launches when we checked. Visit Space Coast lists a Cygnus NG-25 cargo flight on a Falcon 9, no earlier than November 29, 2026, status to be confirmed. Dates slip often, so check the official events calendar the week you travel.
Where to buy: the official site, GetYourGuide or a reseller
Buy direct for the official price, the 2-day ticket and the add-on calendar. Choose GetYourGuide for prices with tax included, the app and free cancellation. Resellers rarely beat the official price by much.
| Seller | 1-day price (as listed) | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| kennedyspacecenter.com (official) | $77 and $67 plus tax | The base price; every add-on; the 2-day ticket and launch tickets are sold only here | Generally non-refundable; a per-order checkout fee is reported |
| Viator | From $82, tax included | Admission-only listing, 4.6/5 from 378 reviews | Prices shift; not valid for special launch-day packages |
| GetYourGuide small-group trip with Explore bus tour | From $89 | Bundles the Explore bus tour with transport from Orlando | Check the date; the Explore Tour needs a time slot |
| GetYourGuide Chat with an Astronaut plus admission | From $137 | One booking | Little or no saving over buying both direct |
| Undercover Tourist | $82.39 and $71.69, tax included | Ticket valid 1 year from purchase | Claims a $5 saving against the gate, which suggests the gate charges more than online (unconfirmed) |
| Go City passes | All-Inclusive from $239 | Saves money if you also do LEGOLAND, SeaWorld or the Orlando Eye | Only worth it if you use the other attractions |
Coming from Orlando without a car, an all-in day trip with transport is easiest; our Kennedy Space Center with kids page covers the trip with a bus from Orlando. If you are driving, buy the 2-day ticket direct, or a 1-day ticket on GetYourGuide for flexible cancellation.
What admission includes (and whether the bus tour is in it)
Yes, admission includes the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour, and it is the only way to reach the Apollo/Saturn V Center and the Gantry at LC-39. The official itinerary budgets about four hours round trip for the bus tour and its two stops.
The official list of what is included:
- Space Shuttle Atlantis, featuring the Shuttle Launch Experience
- Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex, featuring Spaceport KSC
- KSC Bus Tour, including the Apollo/Saturn V Center
- Heroes & Legends with the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame
- Astronaut Encounter
- Planet Play
- Rocket Garden tours
- Universe Theater shows
- IMAX films (currently Deep Sky and Space: The New Frontier)
- Journey to Mars
- HYPERDECK VR
Not included: Chat With An Astronaut, the KSC Explore Tour, ATX and the ATX training stages.
What kids love, zone by zone
| Zone | What it is | Kids love | Best ages | Allow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space Shuttle Atlantis | The real orbiter, displayed as if in flight | The film that ends with the shuttle revealed, the slides, the crawl-through modules | 4+ (everyone) | 1.5 to 2 hrs |
| Shuttle Launch Experience | A motion simulator of a shuttle ascent | Lying back for “launch,” the rumble | 7+; 44" minimum | 30 to 45 min |
| Apollo/Saturn V Center (by bus) | A 363-ft Saturn V overhead, the Apollo 8 firing-room show, a moon rock to touch | Touching the moon rock, the countdown show | 6+ | 1.5 to 2 hrs |
| The Gantry at LC-39 (bus stop) | A four-story observation tower with launch-pad views, a Rocket Build interactive and climbable animal sculptures | Designing and “launching” rockets | 5 to 12 | 45 to 60 min |
| Gateway and Spaceport KSC | A hall on future spaceflight, with simulator “journeys” | Picking a destination on the ride | 7+; 44" minimum | 45 to 60 min |
| Planet Play | A multi-level indoor play area | Climbing, slides, running off steam in the air-conditioning | 2 to 12 | 45 to 90 min |
| Rocket Garden | Real rockets outdoors, with free guided tours | The size, photos, climbing into capsule replicas | All | 20 to 30 min |
| HYPERDECK VR | Seven-minute multiplayer VR on a motion floor | The team “mission,” wind and heat effects | 8+ (height limit reported at 46") | 30 min with the wait |
| Heroes & Legends | The Astronaut Hall of Fame, Mercury and Gemini capsules | The 4D-style intro show | 9+ | 45 min |
| Astronaut Encounter | A live Q&A with a veteran NASA astronaut | Asking how you go to the bathroom in space | 6+ | 40 min |
| IMAX | Giant-screen space films | Sitting down in the cool (parents too) | 6+ | 45 min |
| Journey to Mars | Mars rovers and an interactive show | Rover models, game-style quizzes | 7 to 12 | 30 min |
A large new attraction, called “Project Aero” by one UK travel outlet, is reportedly under construction next to Atlantis and targeted for 2028. It is unofficial, so do not plan around it.
Kennedy Space Center by age
Toddlers (under 3 to 4) get in free. Planet Play, with its toddler zone, the Rocket Garden, the Atlantis slides and the open spaces are plenty for them. Skip both simulators (44" rule), Heroes & Legends and the long films. You have to leave your stroller behind when you board the bus tour (strollers are reportedly available at the Saturn V Center), so bring a bag to empty it into.
Ages 5 to 8 get the biggest reaction. Do Atlantis, the Saturn V, the moon rock, Planet Play, and the Shuttle Launch Experience if they are 44" or taller. Skip ATX (10+) and the Explore Tour, which involves a lot of looking out of bus windows. Use Child Swap on the simulators so a parent can ride with an older sibling.
Ages 9 to 12 are the best age overall. Add the Astronaut Encounter, HYPERDECK, Spaceport KSC and Journey to Mars. For an obsessed child, Chat With An Astronaut ($35 for a child) is the most memorable upgrade per dollar, and the Explore Tour suits budding photographers.
Teens pay the adult rate from 12. They enjoy the Shuttle Launch Experience, HYPERDECK and launch viewing, and ATX ($175, ages 10+) is the bucket-list option for future engineers. Let teens plan the order; they engage more.
Our Orlando activities by age guide matches the rest of Orlando to each age group.
Sample plans for one or two days
One day, arriving at opening
- 8:30 to 9:00 a.m.: park ($15), clear security, open the official app and book a HYPERDECK slot straight away.
- 9:15 a.m.: go straight to the bus tour. Waits are shortest in the morning, and the official itinerary budgets about 4 hours round trip. Stop 1 is the Gantry at LC-39 and stop 2 the Apollo/Saturn V Center; eat lunch at the Moon Rock Café there.
- 1:30 p.m.: back at the main complex, do Space Shuttle Atlantis and the Shuttle Launch Experience.
- 3:00 p.m.: Planet Play for little ones, or Gateway and Spaceport KSC for bigger kids.
- 4:00 p.m.: Rocket Garden photos, then the gift shop before the 5 p.m. close.
The last bus tour leaves 2.5 hours before closing, which is 2:30 p.m. on a 5 p.m. day.
Two days
- Day 1: the bus tour, the Saturn V and the Gantry in the morning; Atlantis and the Shuttle Launch Experience in the afternoon.
- Day 2 (any day within 6 months): the Astronaut Encounter, Gateway, Heroes & Legends, IMAX, Journey to Mars, HYPERDECK, Planet Play and a launch if one lines up. Spend the afternoon at Cocoa Beach.
Food and dining
You can bring your own food in small, soft-sided coolers, the biggest money-saver here. There are picnic tables with umbrellas; glass and outside alcohol are not allowed.
On-site options (menus and prices not checked for this update):
- Orbit Café: the main indoor food court, with burgers, pizza, salads and sandwiches
- Moon Rock Café: at the Apollo/Saturn V Center, handy halfway through the bus tour
- Space Bowl Bistro and Red Rock Grill: grab-and-go options reported by visitors
- Outdoor self-service dining at the Gantry at LC-39
Annual passholders get 10% off food.
Practical tips
- Weather: the big exhibits are indoors and air-conditioned, but you walk outside between buildings. During lightning (“Phase 2”) everyone is moved indoors. Bring hats and sunscreen.
- Quieter dates: weekdays from September to mid-November and in January and February tend to be quieter, judging by Florida school and holiday patterns. Expect crowds around holiday weeks and on the extended-hours days (9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on December 20 to 24 and 26 to 30, 2026).
- Launch days: crowds and traffic jump, and bus tour routes can be changed or closed during launch preparations.
- Rentals: stroller $8, double stroller $10, wheelchair $10, ECV $30 (18 and over to operate). You can reserve online.
- Accessibility: it is a Certified Autism Center, with a sensory guide, low-sensory areas and loaner noise-reduction headphones. Pick up a Guest Accessibility Pass at Information; it does not give priority boarding. Buses have lifts.
- Pets: there is a free air-conditioned kennel on site.
- Dress code: shirts and shoes are required, and comfortable shoes matter because there is a lot of walking.
Getting there from Orlando
The visitor complex is on Merritt Island off SR 405, about 50 miles east of Orlando by the Beachline (SR 528), so plan on an hour or more each way. Allow a little longer from Disney and Kissimmee, and about 25 to 30 minutes from Cocoa Beach; drive times are estimates and traffic varies. The visitor complex does not run transport from Orlando, but day trips with transport do:
- From Orlando: Kennedy Space Center Trip with Transport: from $89, rated 4.8/5 from 899 reviews; our breakdown of the trip with transport covers pickup and timing.
- Kennedy Space Center Max 14 Small Group Tour from Orlando: from $79, 4.7/5 from 83 reviews.
- Kennedy Space Center day trip with hotel pickup: from $225, 4.7/5 from 25 reviews.
- Kennedy Space Center day trip with Chat with an Astronaut: from $229, 4.9/5 from 29 reviews.
- Kennedy Space Center full day with an airboat ride: from $225, 4.5/5 from 91 reviews.
Nearby, you can add Cocoa Beach, where the Cocoa Beach Dolphin and Wildlife Tour starts at $43 (4.7/5 from 165 reviews), the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge (manatees, birds and alligators), bioluminescent kayak tours in summer and the American Space Museum in Titusville.
Pros and cons
Pros:
- The exhibits are the real thing: the actual Atlantis, a Saturn V and a working spaceport
- Admission includes a lot: the bus tour, the astronaut talk, the simulators, VR and a play area
- Mostly indoors and air-conditioned
- The cheapest major full-day attraction near Orlando, and under-3s are free
- A real chance of seeing a rocket launch
Cons:
- The bus tour takes a big part of the day, so one day feels rushed
- Plenty of upsells, and the add-on pricing can be confusing
- $15 parking and theme-park food prices
- Toddlers cannot ride the simulators
- Launch days can bring restricted entry, crowds and scrubs
Is Kennedy Space Center worth it?
Yes. It is one of the best-value big days out near Orlando for kids of 5 and up, and visitors rate it highly: the two main ticket listings on GetYourGuide are both rated 4.7/5, from more than 11,000 reviews between them. Buy the 2-day ticket if your kids love space; otherwise buy one day online, arrive at 9 a.m. and do the bus tour first. Skip paid add-ons on a first visit, with two exceptions: Chat With An Astronaut for a curious 9- to 12-year-old, and ATX for a teen who dreams of NASA. Check your date in the calendar at the top of this page, because promotions and launch schedules change often.
For the rest of the trip, see our things to do in Orlando with kids guide, our SEA LIFE Orlando guide for a short indoor day, and Orlando theme parks compared.
Frequently asked questions
How much are Kennedy Space Center tickets?
A one-day ticket is $77 for adults (12 and up) and $67 for children 3 to 11, plus tax. A two-day ticket is $91 and $81. Parking is $15 per car, and kids under 3 are free.
Is Kennedy Space Center worth it?
Yes, for most families with kids of 5 and up. Admission includes the real Space Shuttle Atlantis, the Saturn V, a launch simulator, VR and a live astronaut talk.
How long do you need at Kennedy Space Center?
Plan on a full day of 7 to 8 hours at minimum. The official one-day itinerary budgets about 4 hours for the bus tour alone, and the visitor complex says it takes at least 2 days to see everything.
Are kids free at Kennedy Space Center?
Only children under 3 are always free. Florida-resident kids 5 and under can get in free with the Junior Space Explorer Pass, and county resident weeks drop child tickets to $16.
Can you buy tickets at the gate?
Yes, the ticket plaza sells admission and add-ons on the day. Buying online is faster, and add-ons and launch tickets can sell out in advance.
Do you need tickets to watch a launch?
For many launches during opening hours, standard admission is enough to watch from the main complex. The closer sites (the LC-39 Gantry, about $99) and major crewed missions need separate launch tickets.
Can you see a launch with regular admission?
Often, yes, if the launch window falls within opening hours. On milestone launch days such as Artemis II, regular tickets and annual passes were not valid.
What’s included in admission?
Atlantis and the Shuttle Launch Experience, Gateway and Spaceport KSC, the bus tour to the Apollo/Saturn V Center and the Gantry at LC-39, Heroes & Legends, the Astronaut Encounter, Planet Play, the Rocket Garden, the Universe Theater, IMAX, Journey to Mars and HYPERDECK.
Does admission include the bus tour?
Yes. The standard KSC Bus Tour is included. The KSC Explore Tour ($30 and $24) is a paid upgrade that replaces it, and GetYourGuide sells it bundled with admission and transport in the small-group option of the From Orlando: Kennedy Space Center Trip with Transport.
Is there a discount?
Yes. Military and seniors (55 and up) save $5. Annual sales run around Veterans Day and Black Friday to Cyber Monday, and Go City and CityPASS bundle it with other attractions.
What is the Florida resident price?
There is no permanent Florida resident rate. Resident deals are seasonal: county weeks at $21 and $16, a spring Four-Pack (4 tickets for $167 in 2026), the Junior Space Explorer Pass and the annual passes.
How far is Kennedy Space Center from Orlando?
About 50 miles, an hour or more by car east on SR 528 (the Beachline), then SR 405.
What is the best age for Kennedy Space Center?
Ages 5 to 14 get the most out of it. Kids 44 inches and taller can ride both simulators, and 9- to 12-year-olds tend to love the astronaut talks most.
Is parking free?
No. It costs $15 per car ($5 for motorcycles, $20 for RVs). It is free for annual passholders and group tour buses.
What is ATX?
The Astronaut Training Experience is a 4- to 5-hour simulated Mars-mission training program for ages 10 and up, $175 on the official site or from $190 on GetYourGuide. Under-18s need a paying, participating adult, and it is not included with admission; the $217 ATX Plus version adds same-day admission.
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