Mission Zones at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Heroes & Legends
Heroes & Legends

Heroes & Legends is one of the five Mission Zones at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. It is home to the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, which features interactive exhibits showcasing the lives and missions of some of the most notable astronauts in history. The zone also includes the Heroes & Legends attraction, where visitors can experience the sights and sounds of a rocket launch, as well as the Astronaut Training Experience, where guests can participate in simulated astronaut training.

Behind the Gates
Behind the Gates

Behind the Gates is another Mission Zone at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. This zone gives visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the work done at Kennedy Space Center. Attractions in this zone include the Launch Control Center Tour, where guests can see the firing room where missions are launched, and the Cape Canaveral: Then and Now exhibit, which explores the history of the spaceport and its role in space exploration.

Race to the Moon
Race to the Moon

Race to the Moon is a Mission Zone that chronicles the journey to put humans on the moon. Attractions in this zone include the Lunar Theater, where visitors can watch footage of the first moon landing, and the Moon Tree Garden, where guests can see trees grown from seeds taken on the Apollo 14 mission. The zone also includes the Apollo Treasures Gallery, which showcases artifacts from the Apollo program.

Shuttle: A Ship Like No Other
Shuttle: A Ship Like No Other

Shuttle: A Ship Like No Other is another Mission Zone at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. As the name suggests, this zone focuses on the space shuttle program. Attractions in this zone include the Space Shuttle Atlantis exhibit, where visitors can see the actual shuttle up close, and the Shuttle Launch Experience, a simulated ride that puts guests in the shoes of a shuttle astronaut.

NASA Now + Next
NASA Now + Next

NASA Now + Next is the final Mission Zone, focusing on current and future missions of NASA. Attractions in this zone include the Journey to Mars exhibit, which explores NASA's plans for sending humans to the red planet, and the Spaceport Launch Experience, where guests can experience the thrill of launching a rocket. The zone also includes the Exploration Space exhibit, which allows visitors to learn about the latest technologies and innovations being developed for space exploration.

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Are all the Kennedy Space Center mission zones included in the general admission ticket?

    Yes, all the Kennedy Space Center mission zones are included in the general admission ticket. Visitors have access to all of the exhibits, attractions, and activities in each mission zone, including bus tours and the IMAX theaters. However, some of the special tours and experiences require an additional fee, such as the Astronaut Training Experience and Lunch with an Astronaut.

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