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USA TODAYMarch 5, 2013
In addition to the Boeing Aviation Hangar with historic aircraft of all types, you can also see spaceships and rockets, including the Space Shuttle Discovery. Don't miss the SR-71, either.
Upvoted Mar 27
Jacob KrallDecember 30, 2015
Why you're here: SR-71 Blackbird & Space Shuttle Discovery. These titans are in line with the entrance so you'll find them first. Stick around and the other, less famous craft will reward you as well.
Upvoted Mar 30
Guido GybelsSeptember 2, 2016
Truly A-list museum. Very easy to combine with flying from Dulles. I saw plane I was on later in the day land from the observation tower! Must sees are Blackbird, space shuttle Discovery, Enola Gay...
Upvoted Apr 1
Jonathan LSeptember 4, 2017
The observation tower is a little more hype than delivery. Definitely check out the Nazi aircrafts and some of their lack of landing gear. 😮
Maddie LucasMarch 3, 2017
180+ airplane collection including a SR-71, Concorde, 707, homebuilts, commercial, and military aircrafts, as well as the Discovery Shuttle. It's quite amazing! Only food option is McDonalds.
Pavel TcholakovDecember 10, 2016
Loved this place! Really glad we managed to get to it in addition to the Air and Space Museum. SR-71 was the highlight for me but so much history around, it's really hard to pick a favourite.
Leonda LevchukApril 6, 2018
Plan to see a movie in the 6-story IMAX theater...you wont regret it. See the Discovery Space Shuttle up close and learn about aviation and space history! Don't forget the museum store on your way out
HlyMay 2, 2019
İn here you just wanna be an astronot when you see the world from space in simulator .. boing aviation centre has also lots of type planes in there.. 👍
Wouter BlokApril 10, 2017
This is one of the best museums if you're into aviation. Strap in tight for the dogfight sim! Huge IMAX 3d with awesome movies. And of course the Enola Gay, Discovery, SR71, Tomcat, Concorde.
DZalumniJanuary 24, 2014
If your staying down town head over to L'Enfant Plaza & take the 5A to Dulles for $6.00 each way. Get in the Dulles 2 Dulles connector for $1.00. Worth the $7.00 to see the vast collection of planes.
Donovan MaguiganDecember 21, 2016
Be sure to dedicate a few hours to see as much as you can. It is packed with planes and crafts, but takes a good bit of time to see everything.
IS KLEJanuary 21, 2015
This is hands down one of the very best museums in the country. The sheer size and scope of the exhibits is amazing. Great for kids, aside from McDonald's being the only food choice...
GinaJanuary 27, 2017
Been here 5+ times
The shuttle Discovery, SR-71 Blackbird, and much of flight history. I can't believe it took so long to learn about this place. Only downside is $15/car parking. They always need volunteers, though!
Raghu GandikotaApril 12, 2016
Always amazes me. This is my 2nd visit. Not crowded. The guides are very knowledgeable. You will definitely learn something for the day be it on American history or aviation.
Katie WillardJune 22, 2015
Been here 5+ times
If crunched for time, skip the observation deck and go marvel at all the planes and, of course, the shuttle. Staff is knowledgable and friendly! They helped me locate my Uncle's plane.
Dave LepkowskiNovember 7, 2017
Have enjoyed visiting the Virginia annex of the air and space museum. Staff are very friendly and informative By The Way.
Missy GalusJuly 7, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Awesome museum right near Dulles. Every plane you can think of and a real space shuttle on top of that! A must for aviation enthusiasts of all ages!
DawnFebruary 20, 2015
Very cool museum and knowledge & friendly staff. But McDonald's? As an educational institution geared towards children, I find this incredibly irresponsible. Especially as no outside food is allowed
Erik BrokMay 16, 2016
Highlights include the Discovery space shuttle and the observation tower with views to the Blueridge Mountains, Sugarloaf Mountain, and planes landing and taking off in Dulles airport.
Stefan BrahamMay 5, 2017
To find all this history under one roof is literally hard to conceive. Our world today has been dictated in no small part by these very aircraft (and now, spacecraft!) in this single location.
Igor NakonechnyiMay 30, 2017
Amazing place! Be sure not to miss Korean&Vietnam and Cold War exhibit and also the Space Shuttle Discovery!
Lexi HaJuly 26, 2013
Definitely a great museum to see. Plenty to learn and see. Museum is free, only had to pay for parking. But definitely worth the trip. It has items that don't fit in the DC museum.
Richard EfthimDecember 26, 2014
Better than the downtown museum if you all me. Not crowded lots of parking ($15). Digital IMAX Theater. Space shuttle very cool. Observation deck where you can watch Dulles Airport traffic.
HarjitMay 1, 2013
This is a great venue for aviation lovers and aircraft junkies. Aircraft of all types and several in the history books are found here. This is a well designed and well stocked museum.
Samir LJune 29, 2016
Forget all the other Smithsonians, this one is the bomb. *Hangars* full of awesome aerospace history, including a retired space shuttle! (Also: largest IMAX screen in Virginia was great for Star Wars)
Andrea NewlandNovember 7, 2013
Fabulous museum! View of the flights coming into IAD is gorgeous in the fall from the observation deck..you can also listen to ATC, gift shop has great aviation memorabilia including Pan Am bags!
LindaMarch 9, 2016
An extension of the National Air and Space Museum, drive here for fewer crowds and an impressive display of aviation and space artifacts, including the space shuttle Discovery.
Smithsonian National Air and Space MuseumApril 9, 2013
See the Space Shuttle Discovery (OV-103), Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, Concorde, and Boeing B-29 Superfortress "Enola Gay." Visit the Observation Tower to do some plane spotting! Read more
Visit FairfaxSeptember 19, 2012
Udvar-Hazy has one of the largest collections of aviation and space artifacts in the world. Don't miss the Space Shuttle Discovery, SR-71 Blackbird, flight simulators, guided tours, & the IMAX movies!
Nicole BainAugust 20, 2016
In the back of the hangar you can watch the restoration work in progress. Definitely plan on spending a few hours here.
Christine LMarch 18, 2017
The layout of all the planes was super cool. The Discovery and Blackbird: super duper cool. Spent about 4 hr here including a 45 min IMAX film.
John (aka “PHATFoodFan”)September 24, 2022
No better place than this museum to see the Space Shuttle Discovery and other amazing aircrafts like the famous Skunkworks Blackbird SR-71
Tom CaswellJune 10, 2014
Great museum to visit, close to Dulles airport. Space shuttle Discovery, SR-71, Enola Gay, etc. Shuttle to/from IAD airport (door 2E) every 45 min. $2 RT fare. They even have lockers for your luggage.
Josh WitmerJuly 15, 2015
Went to watch Jurassic World in IMAX but before the movie toured around the museum. It's so cool to see all the planes and space craft they have on display.. And it's FREE!
Dara FisherDecember 26, 2012
Far outside the city, but a great museum (and in my opinion way better than the Air & Space Museum on the Mall). Worth a visit if you can make it there!
Heru MafudiJune 13, 2015
Come here early to get your IMAX tickets and get good lighting for photos. Also, Dulles airport is nearby so it's a good place to plane spot as well.
Al CarrollSeptember 2, 2015
Largely a great museum. The huge exception is the Enola Gay exhibit, the plane used to drop the A bomb, which still refuses to discuss whether it was right to do so. Go after 4PM for free parking.
Tony ComerfordJuly 22, 2013
This is one of the best museums, I've been to. Plenty of exhibits, and all tastefully arranged, and well themed. This is a must visit.
Smithsonian National Air and Space MuseumJanuary 16, 2015
Try our new alternate reality game, TechQuest! Every weekend 10:30 am to 4:30 pm in the Claude Moore Education Center. Read more
Steve LarsonAugust 5, 2021
Great museum, Space Shuttle, SR-71, lots of WWII planes. Great gift shop. Definitely a must do!
Jennifer DayMay 29, 2013
Don't miss the model from Close Encounters of the Third Kind by the shuttle. Look for r2d2, a graveyard, and other items hidden on it. Airport tower was ok but I would skip if the lines are long.
CineTechNewsAugust 21, 2011
Check out the great collection of aerospace cameras and catch a film in the IMAX theater. Awesome trip for camera buffs. Oh, and an incredible collection airplanes as well. Read more
Sandra RielaFebruary 2, 2015
Amazing museum, wear comfy shoes cause you'll be walking a lot. Wish there was food other than mcdonalds.
Alex Lazo VasquezAugust 15, 2014
Its a huge hangar with a lot of air and space history. Very impressive. Enola Gay and the Discovery shuttle are the best pieces
Sarah BlumbergAugust 3, 2019
The planes are incredible! My favorite was getting to see Space Shuttle Discovery!
Cherie WhippleMay 29, 2012
Either eat before you go or except long lines at the McDonald's. 40 minutes in line for lunch at Mickey D's...really? Expected better process. The NASM is amazing, however, and worth the trip!
Susan BaileyDecember 27, 2012
They did a phenomenal job with the aircraft displays and information! In other ways they fell short- accessibility issues for the handicapped. Elevators too few and far between.
Gary BarrettAugust 7, 2021
The Space Shuttle and the Blackbird SR-71 (the X-Men’s jet)…what’s not to love.
Christopher BuckleyAugust 31, 2016
Time to kill at Dulles? See the Shuttle Discovery, the SR-71 Blackbird, and the Enola Gay. Best of all, there's quarter lockers for your carry-on bags
Jim WJune 4, 2011
Actually better than the Air & Space museum in the National Mall. The SR-71 and Shuttle are great along with a vast fleet of other arial artifacts. Read more

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