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Free tours of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena

Weekdays by reservation (no weekends or holidays)

NASA Jet Propulsion LaboratoryPasadena

JPL offers free in-person Visitor Day Tours for individuals and families of up to 10 people: a multimedia presentation, the von Karman Visitor Center, Space Flight Operations and the Spacecraft Assembly Facility. Tours last 2–2.5 hours with about 0.8 miles of walking and stairs. They're booked a month at a time, at least three weeks ahead, and only on weekdays; spots are limited. Visitor parking is free.

Verified Oct 27 · jpl.nasa.gov

Catches:

  • Reserve at least 3 weeks ahead; limited spots, booked one month at a time
  • Adults 18+ need a REAL ID or passport (non-citizens: passport or green card)
  • Full roster of names submitted 3 weeks before
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