One of the hidden jewels an hour away from Orlando...

One of the hidden jewels an hour away from Orlando, the Kennedy Space Center is jam packed with history, science and technology in a family friendly way.

This place is so inspirational, your visit may help spur your little one to become an astronaut someday! The Atlantis Shuttle exhibit alone is worth the visit.

Inside the exhibit is the space shuttle itself, hanging from the ceiling with its bay doors open. It is so awe inspiring, for a few of us, you may feel as if something is stuck in your eye.

Additionally, you can feel what liftoff is like in The Shuttle Launch Experience. A great ride for those who dare to go! It's pretty safe unless you have major hip or back issues.

There is the memorial for those who have lost their lives on the Columbia and Challenger shuttles that is touching, as each family has displayed mementos of the astronauts.

There is an option that you can upgrade your ticket for lunch with an astronaut, too.

The visit really needs a full day to take advantage of all the tours, videos and exhibits. The annual pass is a great value too.

Food options are varied and reasonably priced compared to other nearby attractions.

So if you're in central Florida and the weather is not good enough for a day at the attractions and you're looking for something to do for you and your kids, take the Beachline Freeway and within an hour your imagination will soar into the heavens.