If you only have 1 day to spend at the visitor complex, arrive early and spend a full day exploring the exhibits and attractions included with admission!
1-Day admission to the Kennedy Space Center includes:
- Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex featuring Spaceport KSC
- Space Shuttle Atlantis with the Shuttle Launch Experience
- Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour
- Apollo/Saturn V Center
- Heroes and Legends featuring the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame
- Astronaut Encounter
- Planet Play
- Rocket Garden guided tours
- Journey to Mars
- Space films inside IMAX® theater
- Character appearances
- Other scheduled presentations, films and simualtors
Admission ticket is good for one (1) day visit to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
Hours
2026 Operating Hours
August 10, 2026 - November 25, 2026 | 9am - 5pm
November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving Day) | CLOSED
November 27, 2026 - December 19, 2026 | 9am - 5pm
December 20, 2026 - December 24, 2026 | 9am - 7pm
December 25, 2026 (Christmas Day) | CLOSED
December 26, 2026 - December 30, 2026 | 9am - 7pm
December 31, 2026 - January 3, 2027 | 9am – 6pm
January 4, 2027 - TBD | 9am - 5pm
Times are subject to change based on peak seasons.
Please Note:
•Entry to the visitor complex ends 1 hour prior to closing
•Last bus tour runs 2.5 hours before visitor complex closure
Terms & Conditions for 1-Day Admission | Adults at Kids Rate Promo
aRes Travel Terms
No refunds or exchanges. NOT FOR RESALE
KSCVC Terms
KSCVC reserves the right to require photo ID for entry and can cancel tickets for misuse at any time. All tickets are non-transferable, non-refundable, and valid only during regularly scheduled operating hours. They are not valid for separately priced tickets such as special launch viewing and events when admission is included in a package. Admission only ticket products excludes activities/events priced separately such as other KSC Special Interest Tours and Chat With an Astronaut. Tours, films, exhibits, and attractions may be altered or closed due to operational requirements. KSCVC is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets. Prices and hours are subject to change without notice. This ticket is not valid after original first use. Resale of tickets is prohibited.
Ticket MUST be used by December 18, 2026
Instructions for fulfillment 1-Day Admission | Adults at Kids Rate Promo
Upon arrival to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, bypass the Ticket Plaza and present your tickets at the turnstile at the main entrance. You may print your ticket or display it on your smart phone or tablet. Scan the barcode on this ticket at the turnstile and once verified, you will be admitted. This ticket is valid for one entry only.
