Port Canaveral, Florida Port Q&A

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We will be in port from 12-8. Would love to check out the Kennedy space center but royal doesn’t offer the excursion? Maybe because it’s not getting in till 12? We are thinking of Uber or getting a cab and checking it out on our own. Looks like it closes at 5 so that gives us plenty of time to get back to port. Has anyone done the KSP on their own at this port? Any advice or tips would be appreciated!

Asked on July 19, 2022 by plankwalker123

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Have been to KSC many times with family and friends. It is really a full day or more to see the total complex. Will take about an hour to get to the center which leaves about four hours. Although there is a lot to do and see as far as exhibits and theaters for movies at the main center the real sights are bus tours out to the different launch pads, work and training centers, launch facility, Saturn V Rocket complex, all where you get off of the coaches and spend as much time as you want and then catch another coach to the next attraction. This is about a good three hour or more trip.

Answered by taacman on August 30, 2022

The really only gives you a little over 4hrs at Kennedy at best. You would not be able to see and enjoy everything the center has to offer... So I guess it depends on if the cost is worth it for you? I live by Disney and go to Kennedy a couple times a yr, and I still spend a solid 6 or 7 hrs there... eapecially with the new Deep Space Travel center. Getting there after noon, you will be behind the crowd wave, so the lines will slow you down for sure.

Answered by CVCruiser on July 19, 2022

I just saw your cruise is Christmas week.... Yes, you will have a HUGE crowd that week. The Orlando area / Central FL is swamped that week. Its the most tourists the entire yr. Good luck!

Answered by CVCruiser on July 19, 2022

Yes. Great time and worth the visit.

Answered by Jeckyll on August 23, 2022

Here is a link to a Cruiseline.com article that might help: https://cruiseline.com/advice/destinations/insider-s-guides/homeport-destination-guide-port-canaveral-florida

Answered by CruiselineAdmin on August 22, 2022

We did it on our own several years ago. Lyft to and from for 4 adults. Paid entry fee at the KSC not in advance. Going again in November with 7 Adults and 3 children. Planning our own transportation again but may purchase entry in advance.

Answered by sws1776 on August 24, 2022

It's in the website for our 9/25 cruise

Answered by cruise1952 on August 23, 2022

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Answered by annaday1103 on August 23, 2022

We are local. There will be a lot of people during Christmas break because schools are out, but KSC is so worth it. You will only get to see a little bit of it, but if you plan to do the things you most want to do, you'll enjoy it. it will be a bit of a price for only 4 hours so you definitely need to think about that. It's definitely something you will enjoy no matter what. have a great cruise and if you go to KSC . . . have a great time.

Answered by cruzincoxs on August 24, 2022

Check their hrs to make sure you have at least 5hrs... otherwise you will not get to see even the main attractions.

Answered by CVCruiser on August 24, 2022

enjoy

Answered by Frogboo95 on August 24, 2022

you don't need to book excursion, taxi or uber there and do the same back just give your self plenty of time. it's not far from the port.

Answered by SoySauce on August 25, 2022

KSC requieres a whole Day. too much to see in just a few hours. I suggest you come back another time

Answered by FrankJohansen on August 28, 2022

i would stick to excursions offfered by the cruise line..there are always issues when you go on your own and cruiselines ALWAYS advice against it

Answered by tennisman1982 on August 30, 2022

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