The best place to view a shuttle launch is the NASA Causeway at the Kennedy Space Center. The Causeway offers a clear view of the launch pad and is the closest viewing location. Tickets can be purchased on-line from the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex as a package that includes admission to the Visitor Complex. Due to the scheduled retirement of the space shuttle program tickets for the remaining launches sell out quickly. Tickets go on sale four to six weeks before a launch.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Orsino, FL 32815
866-737-5235
kennedyspacecenter.com
Space View Park in Titusville is the best free viewing location for shuttle launches. It offers a clear view of the launch pad at a distance of 15 miles. The roar as the shuttle launches is clearly audible. A live feed from the NASA control room gives up-to-the-minute launch information. The park becomes crowded hours before the launch, so arrive early and enjoy the history-of-space exhibits, picnic facilities and the space walk of fame.
Space View Park
Broad Street/HWY 406/Garden Street
Titusville, FL
titusville.com
View space shuttle launches from the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. This location does not offer a clear view of the launch pad, but the roar as the shuttle lifts off is thrilling and visitors will see the shuttle once it is airborne. Visitors enjoy a live NASA countdown and special activities as well as the regular exhibits, astronaut appearances, displays and movies.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Orsino, FL 32815
866-737-5235
kennedyspacecenter.com
Cape Canaveral Air Force Station is a primary launch site for Delta 4, Delta 2, Atlas V and Falcon 9 rockets. These launches are well worth seeing. The best place to watch these launches is the Bennett Causeway over the Indian River, which offers an unobstructed view of the launch pads and the audible roar from the rockets. Take the Beach Line Expressway (State Road 528) east from Orlando to the Indian River. It's easy to locate--many cars pull off the road. Mingle with the tourists and locals who flock to this location for every launch.
