Kennedy Space Centre

This is hugely impressive attraction, a different kind of thrill to the roller coasters in the theme parks of Orlando. The centre is open every day except Christmas day between 9 am and dusk.

You may be lucky enough to experience an earth shaking shuttle launch, there are about 6 or 7 a year. If you don’t catch a launch you can almost believe you are an astronaut as you watch the 3D film in the giant IMAX cinema.

Take the weight of your feet for a while and board an air-conditioned coach for a narrated tour of the Space Centre. This will take you close to one of the launch sites where it is possible to see a shuttle being readied for launch. Then on past the truly massive Vehicle Assembly Building where the shuttles are built. You will also stop at the Apollo/Saturn V centre a great exhibit that houses an actual 363ft Saturn V rocket. The third stop of the tour is at the new International Space Station centre, an interactive attraction featuring the construction of this project.

There are a dozen or so more exhibits to view and enjoy, gift shops, 3 restaurants, 4 snack areas and a play area for smaller children. This really is a great way for the family to spend a day.