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Explore the Heroes & Legends Mission Zone at the Kennedy Space Center

Discover NASA’s earliest space missions and the astronauts involved in them at the Heroes & Legends Mission Zone. Keep reading to find out about all the attractions inside this zone.

Quick Tips: 

Duration of Visit: 2.5 hours

Location: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, next to the entrance

Wheelchair Accessibility: Yes

Restaurants: Rocket Fuel Food Truck

Heroes & Legends | Attractions

US ASTRONAUT HALL OF FAME®

Take a look at the American heroes involved in past missions and their respective stories.

Chat With an Astronaut

Find out interesting facts and stories about space exploration from a real astronaut.

Chat With an Astronaut

It’s a Matter of Fact Show

Learn more about science, technology, mathematics, engineering, art, and more through fun experiments organized by the S.T.E.A.M Team.

Rocket Garden

Get a close look at full-scale original and replica rockets at the iconic Rocket Garden.

More About the Rocket Garden

Astronaut Encounter

Get an exclusive chance to meet and greet an astronaut and learn about their journey.

John F. Kennedy Fountain

Marvel at the beautiful John F. Kennedy fountain, named after the President responsible for establishing the Kennedy Space Center.

Historic Countdown Clock

Moved from Launch Complex 39, the Historic Countdown Clock is the most famous time-keeping clock in the world.

NASA Insignia

Capture a memorable photo in front of the NASA Insignia to commemorate your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Heroes & Legends Mission Zone

A. Located inside the Visitor Complex, you’ll find The Heroes & Legends Mission Zone right next to the Information Center and main entrance.

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