What to Do In and Around The Kennedy Space Center

"What to Do In and Around The Kennedy Space Center"," Not to mention the Space Center is located close to Orlando on what is called the Space Coast so not only will you be able to visit many attractions, you will also be able to relax and soak up the sun at the beach.

When you visit the Kennedy Space Center you will expose yourself to the amazing world of space and the only Space Shuttle launch site in the entire world.
 All International Space Station hardware is prepared at the Space Center before being launched into space forever.
 These are truly amazing events and launch missions can be attended by visitors.
 Or, if it is a day time launch simply avoid crowds and driving and head out to the beach where you can enjoy a nice picnic, the beach, and have a great view of the launch.
 Here individuals may take tours and learn all about famous astronauts, what influenced them to choose such a line of work, and the different missions they participated in.
 The Hall of Fame is separate from the Space Center and costs $13.00 adults $9.50 for children.
 At the center you will view actual space center mechanisms, launch pads, other space paraphernalia as well as IMAX films and general museum like items that outline the history of space travel and the many accomplishments and "leaps" made by mankind.
 This program is known as Dine with an Astronaut and costs $29. 00

 While this might not be considered economical by many it is a once in a lifetime experience that is really educational, enjoyable and worth the money.


Once you have taken in all the Kennedy Space Center has to offer you can visit the Merritt Island National Refuge which is close by and offers hundreds of acres of beach, marshes, and nature to explore.


There are of course many other activities close by the Kennedy Space Center including a zoo, The Warbird Air Museum, and Jungle Adventures just to name a few.
 Or, if you only have a weekend simply focus on the Kennedy Space Center and a couple days of learning all you can about space and the technology used to explore the dark unknown.