NASA's Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex: Astronaut Training Experience



The Astronaut Training Experience (ATX) at the Kennedy Space Center is your chance to train for liftoff. Using high-tech and hands-on activities, you can get a taste of what it's like to prepare for a mission to Mars.
There are two programs to enjoy, the Astronaut Training Experience and Mars Base 1. After you've learned the skills an astronaut needs, you'll “live” on Mars and perform base operations, real science experiments, and engineering tasks.
The experience is built around problem solving, communication, and collaboration. If you've ever wondered whether you've got what it takes to make it at NASA, now's your chance!
Overview
Train like an astronaut at the Kennedy Space Center
The Astronaut Training Experience (ATX) at the Kennedy Space Center is your chance to train for liftoff. Using high-tech and hands-on activities, you can get a taste of what it's like to prepare for a mission to Mars.
There are two programs to enjoy, the Astronaut Training Experience and Mars Base 1. After you've learned the skills an astronaut needs, you'll “live” on Mars and perform base operations, real science experiments, and engineering tasks.
The experience is built around problem solving, communication, and collaboration. If you've ever wondered whether you've got what it takes to make it at NASA, now's your chance!
Highlights
- Find out what it takes to be an astronaut and push your limits with the Astronaut Training Experience
- Prepare for a mission to Mars, and engage in tasks designed to test your problem-solving skills
- "Live" on the Red Planet with the Mars Base 1 program which lets you perform base operations
Inclusions
- Astronaut Training Experience (ATX)
- Lander/Rover Simulator
- Walk on Mars Virtual Reality
- Spacewalk Training
Exclusions
How to use your tickets
Go directly to the ATX Center located to the right of the Will Call ticket windows and scan your smartphone ticket.
Pre-purchase info
- Astronaut Training Experience ticket is not valid for admission into the visitor complex
- Children (10-17) must be accompanied by a paying, participating adult
Cancellation Policy
- Cancel for free until 24 hours before you visit and get a full refund
- Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit
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