See Kennedy Space Center, and have Lunch with an Astronaut. It's a one-of-a-kind experience to meet a member of NASA's Astronaut Corps and get their autograph.

Held once daily during lunch hours, these sessions offer an up-close and personal opportunity to share in the excitement of space exploration through the eyes and personal stories of one of NASA's best, all while enjoying a delicious meal.

An impressive roster of Astronauts have appeared since the program's inception in 2001, among them Wally Schirra, John Glenn, Jim Lovell, Gene Cernan, Walt Cunningham, Story Musgrave and Jon McBride.

Kennedy Space Center Tour & Astronaut Lunch from Orlando Length: approximately 10 hours  Prices - including tax Our Adult Retail Rate: $113.95 Our Adult Internet Rate: $108.95 Savings: $5.00 Our Child Rate (Ages 3-11): $100.95 Child - Free (Under 3 on adult lap): $0.00 Time: 8:30 am -Tuesdays and Saturdays Only During March and April, this tour is sold out to school groups  Summary: Tour includes free pick up and drop-off from designated locations. You must note on the order form your chosen pickup point from the list below. Rates include tax. Child rates apply to ages 3 to 11; children under 3 are free when riding on the lap of an adult. This tour includes admission to Kennedy Space Center. Please order online, or call us toll-free at 888-838-8915. ** You will receive an E-Ticket for your tour/activity. We attempt to provide your E-Ticket within 72 hours (if your tour/activity is in less than 10 days). If your tour/activity is within the next 72 hours, your E-Ticket will be processed as quickly as possible. You will need to print your E-Ticket at www.reserve123.com/tickets; you must have your E-Ticket, or you will be charged again with no refund. There is a $3.95 processing fee per order. This is a flat fee regardless of the number of tickets or tours purchased on an order.

This meal opportunity includes a banquet-style lunch with a speaking appearance by a real Astronaut hero. The popular program includes a fun highlight video of Astronauts living and working in space, a brief oration of the Astronaut's thoughts, and individual time with each family for Q&A and photos. The meal is topped off by a wonderful selection of desserts. You will receive an autographed souvenir to take home.

Each meal is an exclusive opportunity to rub elbows, ask questions, and take pictures with a real Space Hero! And the food is fantastic!

Astronaut schedule subject to change.

Seating for lunch begins at 12:15 p.m. Lunch is served at 12:30 p.m.

Lunch Menu: Mixed Green Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, Rotisserie Chicken with Mushroom Sauce, Oven Roasted Potatoes, Vegetable Medley, Rolls and Butter, Dessert, Coffee or Tea.

Hours of Operation

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is open every day of the year, except December 25 and certain launch days. Current operating hours are from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. The Astronaut Hall of Fame is open from 10 am to 7:00 pm.

Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour

Runs approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Tours start at 10:00 am and run continuously every 15 minutes. Last tour departs at 2:50 pm. There are two stops along the way, the LC-39 Observation Gantry and the Apollo/Saturn V Center.

Attractions at Kennedy Space Center

John Glenn, Neil Armstrong, Sally Ride and Jim Lovell are just a few names of the brave men and women that have launched into space from Kennedy Space Center, and now it's your turn to become a part of the space program. Your full day of exploration includes real space hardware, authentic attractions, inspiring exhibits and hands-on experiences that will make KSC the highlight of your Florida vacation.

The incredible accomplishments of the Apollo moon program return to life in the amazing Apollo/Saturn V Center. In back-to-back IMAX® theaters, you'll feel the thrill of space exploration on five-story screens as you "float" right alongside NASA Astronauts. On our guided tours into exclusive areas, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at Kennedy Space Center's working space flight facilities.

Strap in and experience interactive space flight simulators at the Astronaut Hall of Fame. Touch a real piece of Mars, see gigantic rockets, board the Space Shuttle Explorer and much more.

Interesting Notes:
~ Meet face-to-face with one of the few who have flown in space, "live" at the Astronaut Encounter
~ Touch a piece of Mars at the Exploration in the New Millennium
~ A chance to see the actual space shuttle and launch pads from the L39 Observation Gantry. ~ See a Space Shuttle model on a scale of 1:1
~ Kennedy Space Center NASA Bus Tour with stops at the International Space Station, the Observation Gantry to see the launch pads, and the Saturn V exhibit area
~ Unlimited access to the Visitors Complex exhibits such as IMAX Space Films, Rocket Garden, Robot Scouts, Universe Theater, Astronaut Encounter, Exploration in the New Millennium, Early Space Exploration, Nature and Technology

In the summer and fall, dress light, wear sunblock, and wear comfortable shoes. In the Winter and Spring, wear layered clothing.

Pickup Information

~Free pickup is available from the following locations only:

~~7:30 am - Publix Store - 2914 Apopka Vineland Road (US 192) - Kissimmee
~~7:30 am - Sheraton Studio City - 5905 International Drive - Orlando
~~7:35 am - The BIG ORANGE - 5397 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway (US 192) ? Kissimmee
~~7:40 am - Holiday Inn International Drive - 6515 International Drive - Orlando
~~7:45 am - Hawaiian Resort West - 7514 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway (US 192) - Kissimmee
~~7:45 am - Quality Inn International - 7600 International Drive - Orlando
~~7:55 am - Best Western Lakeside - 7769 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway (US 192) - Kissimmee
~~7:55 am - Quality Inn Plaza - 9000 International Drive - Orlando
~~8:05 am - Disney All Star Music Resort - Walt Disney World - Lake Buena Vista
~~8:05 am - Orlando International Plaza & Spa - 10100 International Drive - Orlando
~~8:10 am - Disney Swan Resort - Walt Disney World - Lake Buena Vista
~~8:10 am - Comfort Inn Lake Buena Vista - 8442 Palm Parkway - Lake Buena Vista
~~8:15 am - Crossroads Plaza - 12521 State Road 535 - Lake Buena Vista

~You must designate your chosen pickup point on the order form.

~Pickups may also be arranged for your hotel in the Orlando-to-Kissimmee tourist corridor, at selected hotels in downtown Orlando, or at selected hotels in the Orlando International Airport area if it is not on the list above - for an additional fee payable the day of the tour. Details on how to arrange for these hotel pickups at additional cost will be included in your E-Ticket. Optional pickups are NOT available from Altamonte Springs, Maitland, Winter Park, or the UCF area.

Tour includes free pick up and drop-off from designated locations. You must note on the order form your chosen pickup point from the list above. Rates include tax. Child rates apply to ages 3 to 11; children under 3 are free when riding on the lap of an adult. This tour includes admission to Kennedy Space Center. Please order online, or call us toll-free at 888-838-8915.