National Air and Space Museum in DC
Udvar-Hazy Center in VA
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The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center displays thousands of aviation and space artifacts, including the Space Shuttle Discovery, a Blackbird SR-71, and a Concorde, in two large hangars.

Hours 
10:00 am to 5:30 pm
More information about operating status over the holidays and in case of a government shutdown below.

Free Admission 
Parking: $15
No passes required

Location 
14390 Air and Space Museum Parkway
Chantilly, Virginia 20151

Getting Here
National Air and Space Museum in DC
Udvar-Hazy Center in VA
Plan a field trip
Plan a group visit

Plan a visit

The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center displays thousands of aviation and space artifacts, including the Space Shuttle Discovery, a Blackbird SR-71, and a Concorde, in two large hangars.

Hours 
10:00 am to 5:30 pm
More information about operating status over the holidays and in case of a government shutdown below.

Free Admission 
Parking: $15
No passes required

Location 
14390 Air and Space Museum Parkway
Chantilly, Virginia 20151

Getting Here

The Museum will be closed to the public on Wednesday, December 25.

In the event of a government shutdown, Smithsonian museums, research centers, and the National Zoo will remain open through at least Thursday, Dec. 26. Please note that we are closed on Dec. 25. Visit the Smithsonian Institution website for updates.

Preview what you'll see at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, with galleries dedicated to the story of aviation and space exploration, over 3,000 artifacts on display, expert preservation and restoration on view, and more to discover. 

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Things to do

Boeing Aviation Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

Exhibitions

Learn about human spaceflight, World War II aviation, vertical flight, and much more. 

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Events

From lectures to family days, experience new ways to learn about air and space. 

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Airbus IMAX Theater

See large format films projected on a screen five-stories-high with six-channel digital surround sound.

A black spy plane stands in an all black air hanger, lit from the light from above. The curvy form of the plane--bulging at two engines on either wing and curving up toward the cockpit--give the sense of an almost science fiction aircraft (although it's very real).

Collection Highlights

Discover the collection items currently on display at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center. 

The center section of a gray and white, metal aircraft sits on a steel support structure inside the Museum's restoration hangar.

Restoration Hangar

Watch as our specialists reconstruct, repair, and preserve our rare artifacts. 

A view from above shows visitors waiting in line for simulators at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center.

Simulators

Fly jet-age combat sorties in simulators that let you perform 360-degree barrel rolls! 

View from the Udvar-Hazy Center tower

Observation Tower

The tower is temporarily closed until further notice.

Watch planes take off and land at Washington Dulles International Airport and get a 360-degree view of the surrounding area. 

 

An educator shows three young boys a model of the moon.

Discovery Stations

These portable carts provide opportunities for active looking, discussion, and hands-on activities related to aviation, space exploration, astronomy, and planetary geology.

An educator reads a storybook.

On-Site Drop In Story Time

Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 am and 11:00 am, drop in to hear a story about air and space read by one of our Museum educators. Perfect for the youngest air and space enthusiasts!

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Learn in new ways while making memories at a unique field trip to one of our two locations. 

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During your visit

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Health & Safety

We ask that all visitors follow these safety measures to protect everyone’s health. 

View of the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center tower at sunset

Accessibility

The National Air and Space Museum is committed to providing inclusive experiences. We welcome all visitors.

The Bucker Bu-133C Jungmeister at the Udvar-Hazy Center

Amenities & Recommendations

Food, shopping, and more, discover how to get the most out of your visit to the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center.

Map

A map showing the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center.
  

1. Vertical Flight 
2. Sport Aviation
3. General Aviation
4. Business Aviation 
5. Commercial Aviation
6. Pre-1920 Aviation
7. World War II Aviation
8. Korea and Vietnam 
9. Cold War Aviation 

10. Modern Military Aviation
11. Aerobatic Flight 
12. World War II German Aviation
13. Ultralight Aircraft
14. Interwar Military Aviation
20. Human Spaceflight
21. Space Science
22. Applications Satellites
23. Rockets and Missiles

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