Updated November 5, 2026
See the shuttle Atlantis and real rockets, then dinner back in Orlando. Swap anything out using our full Orlando guide.
The day
- Morning: Drive east to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex (about an hour).
- Afternoon: Bus tour and the Atlantis exhibit.
- Evening: Back to Disney Springs for dinner at Paddlefish.
Before you go
- Theme park tickets are date-based and prices change by day. Buy from the official site or an authorized seller.
- Some water parks close seasonally. Check status on the official page before planning a water-park day.
- For a multi-day Disney trip with a hotel package, a vacation planner can sort out tickets, resort and dining reservations for you. See our Disney vacation planning page.
Other weekend plans
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