Virginia Air and Space Science Center, Hampton

Name: Virginia Air and Space Science Center
Address: 600 Settlers Landing Rd, Hampton, 23669-4033, United States
Telephone: +1 757-727-0900

#1 among attractions in Hampton

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Virginia Air and Space Science Center, Hampton

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The Virginia Air and Space Science Center in Hampton, Virginia, serves as an epicenter for educational exploration into the realms of air and space. This museum, nestled in the heart of Hampton, is not only the visitor center for NASA Langley Research Center but also an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution.

Boasting an impressive collection of historic air and space craft, including a Mars meteorite and a three-billion-year-old moon rock, the center provides an unparalleled opportunity for visitors to delve into the history and science of aviation and spaceflight. Interactive exhibits, like the hands-on space shuttle simulation, allow guests to experience the thrill of space exploration, while the IMAX Theater offers stunning documentaries that transport audiences into the cosmos on a screen six stories high.

The Virginia Air and Space Science Center is a family-friendly destination, offering educational programs and camps that inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and astronauts. Whether you're a space enthusiast or looking for an engaging learning experience, the center caters to curious minds of all ages.

Established: 1992 (32 years ago)Visitors per year: 345 thous.Coordinates: 37°1'26"N, 76°20'39"W

Address

600 Settlers Landing RdDowntown HamptonHampton 23669-4033 United States

Contact

+1 757-727-0900

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Day trips

Virginia Air and Space Science Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Buckroe Beach Carousel, St. John's Episcopal Church, Hampton University Museum, Emancipation Oak.

~290 ftE
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
Buckroe Beach Carousel, Hampton
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~1050 ftNW
Church, Georgian architecture
St. John's Episcopal Church, Hampton
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~1730 ftSE
37°1'16"N • 76°20'22"W
Hampton University Museum, Hampton
9 min walk • Museum
0.8 miE
Tree
Emancipation Oak, Hampton
20 min walk • Emancipation Oak is a historic tree on the campus of Hampton University in what is now the City of Hampton, Virginia in the United States. The large sprawling oak is 98 feet in diameter, with branches which extend upward as well as laterally.
1 miE
Cemetery
Hampton National Cemetery, Hampton
26 min walk • Hampton National Cemetery is a United States National Cemetery in the city of Hampton, Virginia. It encompasses 27.1 acres, and as of 2014, had over 30,000 interments. There are two separate parts to this facility.
0.8 miSE
Cemetery
Hampton VAMC National Cemetery, Hampton
21 min walk • Hampton Veterans Affairs Medical Center National Cemetery is a United States National Cemetery located in the city of Hampton, Virginia. It encompasses only 0.2 of an acre, and has 22 interments. It is currently closed to new interments.
0.9 miSW
Church
Little England Chapel, Hampton
23 min walk • Little England Chapel was founded by George C. Rowe. A printer at Hampton Institute, Rowe began the Sunday School with three Newtown children, in a small section of his home.
~770 ftN
City hall
Hampton City Hall, Hampton
4 min walk • Hampton City Hall is a historic city hall located at Hampton, Virginia. It was built in 1938–1939, and is a two-story, concrete building clad in brick veneer and topped with a flat roof surrounded by a parapet in the Art Deco style.
~820 ftE
37°1'27"N • 76°20'29"W
Miss Hampton II Harbor Cruises, Hampton
4 min walk • Museum, Boat tours, Tours
~300 ftE
Park
Carousel Park & Hampton Carousel, Hampton
2 min walk • Buckroe Beach is a neighborhood in the independent city of Hampton, Virginia. It lies just north of Fort Monroe on the Chesapeake Bay.
~770 ftN
Gothic Revival architecture
Hampton Downtown Historic District, Hampton
4 min walk • Hampton Downtown Historic District is a national historic district located at Hampton, Virginia. The district encompasses 25 contributing buildings and 7 contributing sites in the central business district of Hampton.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Virginia Air and Space Science Center open?

Virginia Air and Space Science Center is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Virginia Air and Space Science Center?

Nearby attractions include Carousel Park & Hampton Carousel, Hampton (2 min walk), Hampton City Hall, Hampton (4 min walk), Hampton Downtown Historic District, Hampton (4 min walk), Miss Hampton II Harbor Cruises, Hampton (4 min walk).

How to get to Virginia Air and Space Science Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Virginia Air and Space Science Center:

Bus

Hampton Transit Center (12 min walk)
Hampton Greyhound Station (12 min walk)