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Learn About the Apollo Moon Landings at the Race to the Moon Mission Zone

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Be a part of America’s greatest moments in history as you discover the people and space flights responsible for the Apollo Moon landings. Keep reading this page to find out more about this Mission Zone and its many exciting attractions!

Quick Tips: 

Duration of Visit: 2 hours

Location: Behind the Vehicle Assembly Building. Only accessible via Kennedy Space Center shuttle buses.

Wheelchair Accessibility: Yes

Restaurants: Moon Rock Café

Shopping: The Right Stuff

Race to the Moon | Attractions

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Apollo 8 and the Firing Room

Witness the thrill of the Apollo 8 launch as you view historic clips from the official Firing Room.

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Path to the Moon

Take a look at the technology used in the Apollo missions 7-10 and learn about how they kept the astronauts safe.

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Moonscape

See a life-size depiction of the Apollo 11 Moon landing and the actual Lunar Module 9 vehicle.

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Exploring the Moon

This section holds various interactive exhibits and artifacts of the Apollo Moon landings.

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Ad Astra Per Aspera

Astronauts Gus Grissom, Ed White, and Roger Chaffee lost their lives while training for the Apollo 1 mission. This exhibit pays tribute to their accomplishments.

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Lunar Theater

Relive historic moments from the first Moon landing at the Lunar Theater, including the first words ever spoken from the surface of the Moon - ‘the eagle has landed.’

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Apollo Treasures Gallery

Discover actual artifacts like Alan Shepherd’s spacesuit and the actual Apollo spacecraft at this gallery.

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Moon Tree Garden

Sit and relax among trees planted from seeds that were also taken to the Moon in this unique garden.

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Astrovan and Umbilical Tower

Take a look at the van used to transport astronauts to the Saturn V launch pad as well as parts of the actual tower used to climb into the rocket.

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Fisher Space Pen

This unique pen has been a part of all the Apollo missions. It can write upside down, in water, and in extreme temperatures!

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The People’s Moon

The People’s Moon is a digital depiction of the Moon using pictures taken on the various Apollo missions.




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Frequently Asked Questions About the Race to the Moon Mission Zone

Q. Where is the Race to the Moon Mission Zone?

A. The Race to the Moon Mission Zone or the Apollo/Saturn V Center is right behind the Vehicle Assembly Building.

Q. What are some must-see attractions inside Race to the Moon?

A. The Saturn V Rocket, Apollo 8 and the Firing Room, the Lunar Theater, and the Apollo Treasures Gallery are some of the must-see attractions at the Apollo/Saturn V Center.

Q. Is the Race to the Moon Mission Zone accessible with my Kennedy Space Center admission ticket?

A. Yes, your Kennedy Space Center admission ticket gives you access to the Apollo/Saturn V Center (Race to the Moon).

Q. How long should I spend at Race to the Moon?

A. You will need about 2 hours to completely explore the Apollo/Saturn V Center.

Q. Is there food available at Race to the Moon?

A. Yes, you can grab some food and drinks at the Moon Rock Café at the Apollo/Saturn V Center.

Q. Is there a restroom at Race to the Moon?

A. Yes, restroom facilities are available at the Race to the Moon Mission Zone.

Q. Is Race to the Moon wheelchair accessible?

A. Yes, the Race to the Moon Mission Zone is completely accessible by wheelchair.