Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex: A flexible and unmissable option for cruise travelers who want to include it in their itinerary

If you're embarking or disembarking a cruise ship at Port Canaveral, Florida, how about adding an incredible extra experience to your itinerary? The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, located about 25 minutes from the port and 45 minutes from Orlando, is the ideal choice for travelers looking to make the most of their time in the region. Whether for a quick half-day visit or a full-day immersion in the history and future of space exploration, the complex is a must-see attraction, especially for families and science enthusiasts.

Voted by TripAdvisor as the #1 attraction in the United States in the Travelers' Choice Awards - Best of the Best 2025, beating out even icons like the Empire State Building, the complex offers a world of discovery. Not surprisingly, in the global ranking, it came in third, behind only the Sagrada Familia and the Eiffel Tower.

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex makes life easier for those traveling by ship. Luggage can be safely stored: simply go to the information desk and request service from the security team. This way, visitors can explore the site at their leisure, without worrying about their luggage.

An out-of-this-world experience!
Highlights include Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex®, which explores NASA's current and future missions; Space Shuttle Atlantis®, where visitors come face-to-face with the iconic space shuttle; Rocket Garden; the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour to The Gantry at LC-39 and the Apollo/Saturn V Center; and an IMAX theater completes the immersive journey through the eras of space exploration.

For children, the highlight is Planet Play, an interactive area that translates space into playful and educational experiences for ages 2 to 12.

Teens and adults can experience thrills in simulators such as Shepard Flight to Space and HYPERDECK VR. Visitors can add the Astronaut Training Experience. And those who wish to meet a real astronaut can participate in the "Chat with an Astronaut" program, which is held twice daily and offers a relaxed discussion and tastings.

The complex also offers new features such as The Gantry at LC-39, accessible via the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour, which provides a panoramic view of the launch pads, sound simulations, interactive exhibits, and an immersive look into NASA's work monitoring planet Earth.

Open daily from 9 a.m., with closing times that vary seasonally, the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is an attraction well worth visiting.

So, if you're planning a cruise that departs, passes through, or ends at Port Canaveral, be sure to include this stop in your itinerary. The resort is more than just a tourist attraction: it's a transformative experience that appeals to all ages and makes any itinerary even more special.

In fact, it's worth noting that the visit is ideal for different itineraries, as well as for cruise passengers. This is because the tour is also an excellent option for those arriving before hotel check-in time, generally after 3:00 PM, or for those with free time before a flight. Whatever the case, the resort offers a practical, safe, and memorable alternative to complete your trip with a special touch.

TIP: It's recommended to purchase tickets in advance. It's also advisable to check the resort's schedule to stay up-to-date on what's happening during your visit. Don't forget to check the events calendar.

For more information about the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visit www.kennedyspacecenter.com

About the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Go beyond imagination and step into the real thing at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Named America’s #1 attraction by TripAdvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards, the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex allows visitors to see real-life spaceflight artifacts up close, meet a veteran NASA astronaut, feel the roar of a rocket launch, and more. Just 45 minutes from Orlando, Florida, the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex opens daily at 9 a.m., with closing times varying seasonally. The popular two-day ticket, which can be used up to six months after purchase and averages $45 per day, is now available for $91 per adult and $81 per child. A single-day ticket is $77 per adult and $67 per child.

Source: TM Americas.