Experience the next best thing to an actual ascent into orbit at Space Shuttle Atlantis. The high tech simulator is one of the highlights of Kennedy Space Center. Don't forget to check out the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame commemorating the pioneers of NASA's early space programs. The kids as well as grownups will love playing with the Granite Constellations Spinning Sphere. Those with the sweet tooth can finish off the tour with the visit to the Milky Way ice cream place. To visit Space Shuttle Atlantis and other attractions in Merritt Island, use our Merritt Island road trip website.
Create an itinerary including Space Shuttle Atlantis
© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors
Space Shuttle Atlantis reviews
-
Having been nuts about anything involving NASA since I was a kid, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to see an actual, used space shuttle, (sorry, Enterprise!) I could have spent hours just... more »
-
We visited here while visiting the rest of the Space Center Complex. It was very informative. My husband likes astronomy and he enjoyed it a lot. more »
-
Absolutely fantastic world class exhibit. The introductory film and build up to the final reveal was superb. Really enjoyed our visit there and it was great to be able to ask questions directly to some of the extremely knowledgeable staff who had worked on the shuttle programme.
-
I honestly didn't expect to enjoy this so much. This specific exhibit was amazing though. It wasn't at all crowded either, which was great. Possibly due to me going on a Monday morning. I reccomend this place to everyone, you will come away loving space again.
Plan your trip to Merritt Island
Get a personalized trip
A complete day by day itinerary
based on your preferencesCustomize it
Refine your trip. We'll find the
best routes and schedulesManage it
Everything in one place.
Everyone on the same page.
Popular things to do in Merritt Island
Side trips from Merritt Island
Hidden gems in Merritt Island
Nearby attractions in Merritt Island
Parks in Merritt Island
Kid-friendly things to do in Merritt Island
Trips to Space Shuttle Atlantis by other users
32 days in Orlando
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Walt Disney World Resort
Universal's Islands of Adventure
Universal Orlando Resort
32 days in Florida
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Orlando
Merritt Island
Key West
8 days in Kissimmee
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum
Old Town
Fun Spot America
8 days in Kissimmee
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Amazing Animals Inc
Old Town
Fun Spot America
32 days in Florida
BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA
Orlando
Merritt Island
Key West
23 days in Florida
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Merritt Island
Marco Island
Key West