Day Itinerary
6 Activities
Day 2
38 mi1 mi
3-2-1... Blast Off On the Space Coast
Outerspace enthusiasts, and even those who are a bit curious about what lies beyond the horizon, will enjoy a day at Kennedy Space Center on Florida's Space Coast.
The campus is Kennedy Space Center divided chronologically into Mission Zones, and you are in complete control of your destiny as you move from one to the next. Exhibits, hands-on activities, and even the chance to meet an astronaut are all within reach.
The campus is Kennedy Space Center divided chronologically into Mission Zones, and you are in complete control of your destiny as you move from one to the next. Exhibits, hands-on activities, and even the chance to meet an astronaut are all within reach.
7.1 mi
15 min
07:3045 min
Downtown Diner
Get an early start this morning and fuel your day ahead at the family-owned and -operated Downtown Diner. Choose from omelets, breakfast sandwiches, or pancakes, or, or a hearty appetite, a platter may suffice. On the healthier side of breakfast, opt for an açaí bowl.
13.4 mi
20 min
08:455 min
Parking Lot
To ensure a seamless visit to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, it is advisable to arrive at the center a bit early and utilize the parking lot conveniently located nearby. By allowing yourself some extra time, you can beat the crowds and avoid potential queues.
0.3 mi
5 min
09:003 hrs
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
You'll spend all day at Kennedy Space Center, and for good reason. There is so much to see and do, you could easily spend a few days here.
Since you have just one day, however, here are some not-to-miss highlights to check out this morning: the Rocket Garden, the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, and a Saturn V rocket.
Don’t worry, there will still be plenty to see and do after lunch.
Since you have just one day, however, here are some not-to-miss highlights to check out this morning: the Rocket Garden, the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, and a Saturn V rocket.
Don’t worry, there will still be plenty to see and do after lunch.
0.5 mi
10 min
12:151 hr
Orbit Cafe
Take a break from all of the outer space action for lunch at Orbit Cafe, right on the campus of Kennedy Space Center. Fill up on salads, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, and more, and fuel yourself for an otherworldly afternoon.
Tip: You can skip the lines by ordering ahead via the website.
After you’ve had your fill at Orbit Cafe, it’s back into the exhibits at Kennedy Space Center.
Tip: You can skip the lines by ordering ahead via the website.
After you’ve had your fill at Orbit Cafe, it’s back into the exhibits at Kennedy Space Center.
0.5 mi
10 min
13:303 hrs 30 min
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Start the second part of exploration at the Space Shuttle Atlantis. The presentation will probably evoke emotions you didn't know were lying just below the surface.
For the rest of the day, immerse yourself in the interactive Journey To Mars: Explorers Wanted. Do you have what it takes to live on the Red Planet?
For the rest of the day, immerse yourself in the interactive Journey To Mars: Explorers Wanted. Do you have what it takes to live on the Red Planet?
18.1 mi
40 min
18:001 hr 30 min
Autumn's Crab
Before making the drive back, stop into Autumn's Crab. Don’t let the strip mall exterior fool you — inside you’ll find a quick, casual seafood dining spot. Get your hands dirty with one of the seafood boils... just remember to wash up before you get back into the car for the trip south!