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Kennedy Space Center Tour and Chat with an Astronaut Experience!

4.5 (18)
Kissimmee, US
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Kennedy Space Center Tour and Chat with an Astronaut Experience!

4.5 (18)
Kissimmee, US
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Experience the ultimate space adventure with the Kennedy Space Center Tour and Chat with an Astronaut! This tour offers a full day at the Kennedy Space Center, where you'll have the opportunity to sit in a small group and chat with an astronaut. Enjoy snacks and drinks as you ask questions and learn all about life in space during this 50-minute chat. Roundtrip transfers from Orlando are included, along with a tour guide to provide all the information you need for the best day at the visitor center. Highlights of the tour include a meet and greet with a NASA astronaut, a visit to the Space Shuttle Atlantis facility, a buffet lunch with a presentation from an astronaut, and a bus tour of Kennedy Space Center's highlights. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to get up close to space exploration and hear firsthand from the experts themselves!

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 10 hours
  • Suitable for 1-10 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Meet and greet welcome from a NASA astronaut
  • Get up close to the Space Shuttle Atlantis
  • Experience the Shuttle Launch simulator
  • Feast on a buffet lunch with an astronaut
  • Walk underneath the Apollo Saturn V rocket
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Snacks
  • Chat with an Astronaut Admission Ticket
  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • A commemorative gift and lithograph (signed portrait) of the astronaut
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Kennedy Space Center Admission Ticket
  • Gratuities

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Introduction

Experience the ultimate tour for space enthusiasts with the Kennedy Space Center Tour and Chat with an Astronaut. This exclusive opportunity allows you to spend a full day at the renowned Kennedy Space Center, where you will not only explore the fascinating exhibits and attractions but also engage in a personal conversation with a real-life astronaut. As you indulge in snacks and drinks, you'll have 50 minutes to ask questions and gain valuable insights into life in space. This immersive experience is a dream come true for any space enthusiast.

What to expect?

During the Kennedy Space Center Tour and Chat with an Astronaut, you can expect a day filled with excitement and awe-inspiring moments. Begin your journey with a special meet and greet from a NASA astronaut, followed by a visit to the comprehensive Space Shuttle Atlantis attraction. Here, you'll get up close to the legendary spacecraft and enjoy interactive experiences that make you feel like an astronaut. Take a "ride" on the Shuttle Launch Experience or watch an awe-inspiring IMAX movie before indulging in a buffet lunch. Afterward, you'll have the opportunity for photos and autographs with the astronaut. End your day with the DISCOVER KSC bus tour, where you'll explore the Kennedy Space Center's exclusive areas, including the Vehicle Assembly Buildings and the Saturn V Center.

Who is this for?

The Kennedy Space Center Tour and Chat with an Astronaut is perfect for space enthusiasts of all ages. Whether you're a science aficionado, aspiring astronaut, or simply curious about the wonders of space exploration, this tour guarantees a day full of captivating experiences and valuable knowledge. Families, couples, and individuals with a thirst for discovery will find themselves immersed in an environment that sparks curiosity and wonder. This tour is inclusive and accessible to everyone who dreams of exploring the mysteries of the universe.

Why book this?

Embark on the Kennedy Space Center Tour and Chat with an Astronaut for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to engage with a real NASA astronaut. This unique experience sets itself apart from regular tours by providing an intimate setting that allows you to ask questions and interact with someone who has truly been to space. The tour provides a comprehensive overview of the Kennedy Space Center's top attractions, including the chance to touch a moon rock and walk underneath the awe-inspiring Saturn V rocket. With roundtrip transfers from Orlando included, you can relax and enjoy all the incredible experiences without worrying about transportation logistics.

Good to know

The Kennedy Space Center Tour and Chat with an Astronaut is a structured day, offering a packed itinerary that ensures you make the most of your time at the visitor center. While you may not have much free time to explore independently, this tour provides a curated selection of the best experiences the Kennedy Space Center has to offer. The included Space Pass ticket allows for a second visit to the center within 7 days, giving you the flexibility to further explore the exhibitions at your own pace. Remember to contact Gray Line for any updates or changes to the pickup location and time.

Reviews

Feedback from individuals who have experienced the Kennedy Space Center Tour and Chat with an Astronaut has been overwhelmingly positive. Visitors have praised the opportunity to meet and interact with a real astronaut, describing it as a surreal and inspiring experience. Many have commended the comprehensive nature of the tour, with highlights including the Atlantis attraction, the chance to touch a moon rock, and the informative bus tour that takes you behind the scenes of the space center. Overall, travelers have expressed their satisfaction with the tour, praising the knowledgeable guides, seamless organization, and the unforgettable memories created during this extraordinary journey into the world of space exploration.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

NASA Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Calling all space enthusiasts! This deluxe touring experience at Kennedy Space Center will provide you with the ultimate space adventure. Upon arrival you will get a special meet and greet welcome from a NASA astronaut! This welcome presentation occurs on Wednesday and Saturdays (based in Astronaut availability). Next it's into the world’s most comprehensive attraction devoted to the Space Shuttle Atlantis. Get up close to this priceless spacecraft as only astronauts have seen it before. There are more than 60 interactive, touch-screen experiences and high-tech simulators that allow you to “be the astronaut”. Prior to lunch you can take a "ride" on the Shuttle Launch Experience or watch the IMAX movie. Next it's time to feast on a buffet lunch and watch a presentation from an astronaut. Then you'll have the opportunity for photos and autographs. After lunch you'll then take the DISCOVER KSC bus tour. This 2-hour tour within Kennedy Space Center takes you near the former shuttle launch pads. Based on availability, the bus tour stops in the Vehicle Assembly Buildings where you can take photos outside. This tour shows you areas not seen on the regular bus tours. You'll end your tour at the Saturn V Center where you can walk under the Saturn V rocket and touch a piece of moon rock. This tour doesn't allow much free time in the space center as it is pretty structured day. You don't get chance to see all the visitor center exhibitions however you would get to see some of the best of the NASA facilities and enjoy the lunch with the astronaut presentation. The tickets included in this package are called the 'Space Pass'. This ticket allows guests to have a second time admission to the visitor center complex within 7 days from the first day. Please note Gray Line transportation is only included one time.

Admission Included

Apollo/Saturn V Center

Visit the Apollo Saturn V Center and walk underneath the rocket

Admission Included

Space Shuttle Atlantis

Visit the Space Shuttle Atlantis Facility

Admission Included

Reviews

(18)

4.5 (18)

charleswU6876DD

Great time, guides were VERY helpful in how to see as much as one could see, Our bus guide was very informative on how to schedule your visit at the space center and avoid crowd surges. She made a big difference in the education on preparing our time. Well worth it. And be advised, a person off our bus was 20 min later and despite many attempts to contact the person they did not show up and was left behind, to Uber back!

karenmS9609XP

We had an amazing day. Angelina our tour guide created an itinerary for everyone on our bus to maximise the day. Met with retired astronaut Ken Cameron who flew the Atlantis space shuttle. Well worth a visit

335gavw

Our Grey Line guide, Oscar, kept us informed and entertained during the bus journey to and from Orlando and his suggested an itinerary for our visit to the complex worked perfectly. The space centre itself is well worth a visit (this was my 3rd time), even without the additional chat with an astronaut experience that we did on this occasion. Try to get there for opening time, and get the free and frequent bus to the Saturn V exhibit early in the day so you can spend some quality time there, taking in views of the active launch areas and Vehicle Assembly Building on the way. Upon arrival you'll experience a reconstruction of the launch of Apollo 8, before making your way to the main hall, the entire length of which houses a complete, unused Saturn V rocket and lunar module. Don't forget to touch the piece of moon rock! On your return, do not miss the brilliant and moving Atlantis exhibit, which is one of the most amazing things I have ever seen. The pre-shows and entrance to the main hall is worth the ticket price alone and will bring tears to your eyes. And NASA doesn't shy away from the difficult stuff, either: this exhibit pays tribute to the crews of Challenger and Columbia and their families, along with respectful displays of recovered wreckage. At your leisure, enjoy the new Gateway Deep Space Launch exhibits and ride experiences, complete with a used SpaceX SRB and the next generation of craft that will take us to the moon and beyond. All the while, the rocket garden looms large near the entrance to the complex, alongside the new Heroes and Legends building, containing exhibits from the early years of space travel, including a Gemini capsule. The on-site walking tour guides and other staff are knowledgeable and friendly and will answer any additional questions you will no doubt have about the exhibits. As for the chat with an astronaut, where else could you sit down with such amazing people and have them personally tell you about their experiences in space and answer all your burning questions, while enjoying the snacks and drinks provided? These guys are generally on a rota basis which is advertised on the KSC website so you can see who you're going to meet beforehand. We met with Woody Spring, who fascinated us with details from his trip onboard the first ever flight of Atlantis. The gift shop sells clothing and other souvenirs that are only available here, although they are available through their website which offers shipping 'anywhere in the galaxy'! You will find everything very reasonably priced, especially when compared with other theme parks and attractions in the area. There is so much to do here and you will not be able to fit it into a single day, but it is one of the most amazing places you'll ever visit. I look forward to my 4th visit in the not-too-distance future.

U6695DEchrisc

Great experience, picked up on time, lovely comfortable coach and Angelina had laid out a great day for us, explaining how to get the best out of our day. She tailored an itinerary for us that meant we got to see so much of the park and, without it, I'm sure we would have missed so much. It's such a large park you really need a couple of days to get round it and do all the activities so having a guide tailor a tour to our timings (we'd booked the Lunch with an Astronaut, which was tremendous) made a big difference

hev_thomson

Highly recommend. Highlight of many highlights on the day was the chat with an astronaut includes food and drinks for 45mins. Also loved Atlantis - space shuttle and simulator ride, the rocket garden talk, gateway - spaceport rides, bus trip to Apollo/Saturn v centre, imax theatre, and last but not least a big shout out to Bonni our tour guide who was fun, informative and made everyone feel welcome!

348unak

Had a brilliant time at Kennedy Space Centre , our tour guide Greg was brilliant and had very useful information about how to get around the Space Centre and to get the most out of it .

brandonel10t

My favourite part of this experience was the atlantis show its really worth the small que and its a great way to beat the heat 👍

kellilouiset

Excellent trip and our tour guide Greg Dersett was fantastic, very friendly/entertaining and knowledgeable. Thanks for a great day.

jomC2492IQ

Very enjoyable experience from start to finish. Nice clean coach and fantastic informative tour guide. Kennedy Space Center was one of our best days out, all the family 2 adults 19yr and 8yr old learnt something whilst being fun and exciting.

Prerna_S

There are many options to choose from when booking Kennedy Space centre visit but we really liked the chat with the astronaut bit as these experiences are so valuable. We met with Fred Gregory who is a retired astronaut and loved listening to his experiences. Our guide Jacqueline have perfect instructions on what places to visit and how to maximise on our experience and her tips really Helped. We had a really nice experience. You don’t get to take the pics with the astronaut even though you have an exclusive experience with him, this was the only thing I wish was added to the list.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-27 08:55
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