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U.S. Space and Rocket Center

1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805
800-637-7223
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Ranked #1 of 29 attractions in Huntsville
Type: Museums
Fee: Yes
Owner description: Home to Space Camp, Aviation Challenge and NASA's Official Visitor Information Center for Marshall Space Flight Center; The U.S. Space & Rocket Center... more » Owner description: Home to Space Camp, Aviation Challenge and NASA's Official Visitor Information Center for Marshall Space Flight Center; The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is recognized as one of the most comprehensive U.S. manned space flight hardware museums in the world. « less
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Kentucky, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Fascinating. Get a tour for the background info. The history is very interesting and kids love it, There's a rock wall, trip to Mars simulator, etc. Food is average.

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York, PA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Excellent exhibits and reasonable price. Half of the items to see are outside and the other half inside. Bring sunscreen and sun glasses. The Imax movie Space Junk was a bit disappointing.

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Bexhill-on-Sea, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

stood next to a real rocket here was brilliant had such an exciting day would go back here as really interesting

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Hazard, Ky
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

We enjoyed our stay at the Space center, great rides to enjoy also. The IMax theater was very nice. you get to watch a movie with your ticket price. They have a IMAX and 3-D theater. We when to the IMAX theater and you want to sit at the top for the best view. You will enjoy.

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San Juan, Puerto Rico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Every Science, Math or Technology teacher should take their students to this great learning experience. It gives teachers the opportunity to see their studenst work in teams outside of the classroom setting! The entire staff is excellent!!!!

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Los Angeles
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

My wife and I spent five hours visiting this place, and we found the displays, docents and tour guides to be extremely interesting. We made a special detour from our trip in Tennessee to visit Huntsville and are certainly glad we did. The lunch we had was great and reasonably priced.

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San Antonio, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We took our granddaughter here and we all just loved it! So many interesting things to see and hands on exhibits. A lot of folks don't realize that Huntsville was the center of space activity before NASA moved to Houston. Huntsville shows the beginning of space exploration. A great fun-filled trip that is educational.

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Gulf Coast Fla
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The displays were numerous and diverse. There are a lot of demonstrators that require an additional fee. The cafe was fast and the food was good. I thoroughly enjoyed the bus tour of MSFC.

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Asheville, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

This was my 3rd time to the NASA center in Huntsville, AL. I loved it even more this time. The new building with all the displays was phenomenal. We spent a lot of time in the new building and I still felt like I did not see everything. I would recommend this for kids and families. Parts are interactive.

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USSRC, Public Relations Manager at U.S. Space and Rocket Center, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Thank you for your review of your recent visit. We are so glad to hear that you continue to enjoy your time with us! We look forward to welcoming you back for the 4th time. More

Atlanta, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

After driving by it several times throughout the week I was there on business I figured I'd give it a shot. Yes the displays are static but you're standing next to a rocket, stealth fighter, and other equipment thats been in space! I don't need Disney animatronics or the latest entertainment technology when I can actually be in the same... More

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