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  Visiting With Your Family
   
 

The National Air and Space Museum offers a variety of activities and drop-in programs for families. In addition to viewing the collections and exhibitions on display, here are just some of the fun things for families to do:

 

 
Family Programs   IMAX & Planetarium   Tours
  IMAX® & Planetarium   Docent Tours
Check the calendar of events for free Family Days, lectures & other public programs.   See an IMAX® movie (both locations) or Planetarium show (National Mall Building). Buy Tickets online.   Free Docent-led tours are offered twice daily. No reservations required!
         
Simulators    Tower   Discovery Stations
Simulators   Udvar-Hazy Center Observation Tower
  Discovery Stations
Take a ride on one of our flight simulators! Tickets can be purchased on-site.   Watch planes take off & land from Washington Dulles International Airport. Tower access is free.   Free 5-15 minute interactive experiences for all visitors.
         
Demonstrations   Maps & Guides  
Demonstrations   Maps & Guides  
Free science demonstrations in the How Things Fly gallery at the National Mall building.   Download floorplans and guides to take along on your visit.