Space rockets have launched into space from Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center since the 1950’s. Legendary space missions such as the Apollo missions on the Moon were launched from Cape Canaveral, in front of thousands of spectators. Feel the space history and enjoy the visual and physical experience of a rocket launch only a few kilometers from the launch pad. The countdown begins, 3, 2, 1… Ignition !
Where is Cape Canaveral / Kennedy Space Center ?
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Address : State Road 405, Merrit Island, Titusville, FL 32899, U.S.A.
Parking rates : Motorcycles : $5 – Automobiles : $10 – Oversized vehicles, motor homes or RVs : $15.
Parking fees are collected at the entrance. Parking is accessible 30 minutes before Kennedy Space Center’s opening.
What rockets are launched at Cape Canaveral / Kennedy Space Center ?
Kennedy Space Center’s viewing areas
LC-39 Observation Gantry – from 2 to 5.5 miles away the launch pads – $49 in addition to daily admission
This viewing area is located at the historic Launch Complex 39.
- Bleacher seating, open lawn area and viewing room with live commentary
- Indoor restrooms
- Snacks, refreshments and shop
- Wheelchair accessible
What you will see from the LC-39 Observation Gantry :
Banana Creek launch viewing area – from 5 to 8 miles away the launch pads – $20 in addition to daily admission
This viewing area is located next to the Apollo/Saturn V Center
- Bleacher seating with live commentary
- Indoor and outdoor restrooms
- Café and shop
- Wheelchair accessible
What you will see from the Banana Creek launch viewing area :
Main Visitor Complex – 7 miles away the launch pads – Included with daily admission
This viewing area is located next to Space Shuttle Atlantis®.
- Bleacher and lawn seating with live commentary
- Indoor and outdoor restrooms
- Several restaurants and shops
- Wheelchair accessible
What you will see from the Main Visitor Complex :
Florida’s Space Coast other viewing areas
Titusville
Marina Park – Located north of the Titusville Marina
- Boat ramp and dock, restrooms
- Opening hours : 7 a.m. until dark
Sand Point Park – Located on the shores of the Indian River Lagoon in the heart of Historic Downtown Titusvill
- The Astronaut Memorial Plaza commemorates the crews of Apollo, Challenger and Columbia.
- Opening hours : Dawn to Dusk
Playalinda Beach – Canaveral National Seashore – Located within a National Park : $10 entrance fee
- Short walk down the beach, 5 miles away the launch pads
- Opening hours : Summer hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Winter hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Parrish Park – Located on both sides of SR-402 at the A. Max Brewer Causeway
- Urban district river park
- Opening hours : Dawn to Dusk
Space View Park
- Located less than 15 miles away the launch pads
- Opening hours : Dawn to Dusk
Manzo Park – Located in Titusville
- Playground and picnic facility
- Opening hours : Dawn to Dusk
Rotary Riverfront Park
- Located 13 miles away the launch pads
- Opening hours : Dawn to Dusk
Cocoa Beach
Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier
- Pier, Restaurants and bars
- Opening hours : 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Alan Shepard Park
- Picnic pavilions and bathrooms
- Opening hours : Dawn to dusk
Sidney Fischer Park
- picnic pavilions, playground, volleyball, and restrooms
- Opening hours : 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Lori Wilson Park
- Dog park, easy beach access
- Opening hours : Dawn to dusk
Port Canaveral
Kelly Park East – Located on the shores of the Banana River in Merritt Island
- Playground, picnic facilities and restrooms
- Opening hours : Dawn to Dusk
Exploration Tower – 7th floor observation deck
- Use the deck’s telescopes to see the rochet launch
- Opening hours : Open 10 am – 5 pm daily.
The Cove at Port Canaveral
- Waterfront restaurants and bars
- Opening hours : 24/24
Jetty Park
- $15 per vehicle to get in
- Opening hours : 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Plan your trip !
Rocket launches schedule and tickets at Cape Canaveral / Kennedy Space Center
Click on the button below to take a look at the rocket launches schedule on the Kennedy Space Center’s website and to buy tickets.
Book your hotel near the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Images by SpaceX and ULA.
