Kennedy Space Center Visitors
Complex
While you're in Central Florida, you might as well go to the moon.This
is an adventure to go out of your way for. And while it's not in
Orlando, the Kennedy Space Center is only a 45-minute drive away.
Visitors can't help but be reminded of John Glenn, Neil Armstrong
and Sally Ride, all of whom spent time here. Most visitors budget
this trip for a half to a full day. They see vivid examples of the
accomplishments of the Apollo moon program. And feel the thrill
of space exploration as five-story screens let viewers "float"
right alongside NASA astronauts. Visitors can meet real astronauts
who are on hand daily.
The Astronaut Hall of Fame features the world's largest collection
of astronaut memorabilia, as well as hands-on activities and simulators.
Visitors, for example, can touch a real piece of Mars and even board
the Space Shuttle Explorer. You can even train for your own mission
here aboard a full-scale shuttle mock-up at the new Astronaut Training
Experience.
The attraction is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and prices
for adults start at $37. But perhaps the best deals include guided
tours that start at $22 for adults, or perhaps even better, "Lunch
with an Astronaut," priced at $19.95 for adults. Autographed
souvenirs are included.
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