Merritt Island - Kennedy Space Center

Named the No. 1 U.S. Attraction by TripAdvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards, get up close to real flight flown artifacts, meet a veteran NASA astronaut, feel the rumble of a rocket launch, and so much more.

Kids can climb, slide, and play among planets at Planet Play, while parents relax nearby. Explore the Rocket Garden, get up close with the Space Shuttle Atlantis, and step into history at the Apollo/Saturn V Center. With interactive exhibits, inspiring astronaut stories, and hands-on experiences, it’s a perfect destination to spark curiosity and imagination in kids of all ages.