VIP Kennedy Space Center | NASA Shuttle Launch Tour
For space buffs, there is nothing more spectacular than seeing a space shuttle liftoff from the only place on Earth that launches shuttles — Kennedy Space Center. The
VIP Kennedy Space Center
- NASA Shuttle Launch Tour will put you as close as you can get to a space shuttle launch. NASA has only 8 – 9 missions scheduled before the entire shuttle program ends in 2010 so don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity.
The VIP Kennedy Space Center - NASA Shuttle Launch Tour includes roundtrip transportation from your Orlando area hotel to Kennedy Space Center, admission to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, and a Launch Viewing Ticket for the special NASA Causeway viewing site. This package guarantees the closest view possible for a member of the public—just six miles away from Launch Pad 39A. Only NASA officials, the press corps and invited dignitaries are allowed closer.
Enjoy an unobstructed view of the space shuttle launch and feel the powerful rumble of the shuttle massive engines, and be sure to bring your cameras and camcorders to capture an event that only happens a few times a year on Florida’s Space Coast.
Collapsible umbrella-style chairs and blankets can be brought along but flat folding chairs, lawn chairs and large beach umbrellas are not permitted. For summer launches, you should bring insect repellant, sunglasses and sunscreen. Don't forget your camera, binoculars, telescopes and tripods, cameras and long-range lenses if you have them, a shuttle launch is the ultimate photo opportunity.
The NSAS Causeway is an open area with no formal seating but it is the best view on property. There will be a launch countdown on the public address system. The tour of the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will still take place, without refund, should the launch be canceled on the day of the tour.
For the launch day there will be no standard access tickets allowed on Kennedy Space Center property and there will be no on-site ticket sales. The only way people will get to view the launch on KSC property is through pre-booked programs, to limit crowding. As part of the VIP Kennedy Space Center - NASA Shuttle Launch Tour you will have a special badge to take advantage of the time in KSC to see the exhibits, IMAX movies or visit the space shop.
Tickets for this package are very limited and sell out quickly.
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