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Space Shuttle Atlantis, Merritt Island

4.9
#3 of 26 in Museums in Brevard County
Must see · Science Museum · Museum
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.
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  • By 898harleyr
    Amazing sight, as only one exhibit with the complex, it is the most interesting part of the day we had there.  more »
  • By jjrup
    Awesome at last seeing how real it is in person. I always enjoyed following the space program and now we even had a chance to experience a shuttle liftoff. Really fun getting up close with a lot of...  more »
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  • By Lee Jordan
    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.
  • By Erik Leary
    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.
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