Chantilly, Virginia, home to the renowned Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum's Udvar-Hazy Center, offers families an extraordinary opportunity to explore aviation and space history in one of the world's premier aerospace museums. This Northern Virginia community provides easy access to Washington D.C. while featuring attractions that inspire wonder about flight and space exploration.
From seeing the Space Shuttle Discovery up close to exploring historic aircraft and learning about aerospace innovation, Chantilly delivers educational experiences that captivate visitors of all ages while celebrating human achievement in aviation and space exploration.
This incredible museum houses an unparalleled collection of aircraft and spacecraft, including the Space Shuttle Discovery, the Enola Gay, and the Concorde, providing fascinating exhibits that captivate aviation enthusiasts and curious minds of all ages. The museum features accessible viewing platforms, interactive displays, and educational programs that make complex aerospace concepts understandable for families while showcasing the evolution of flight and space exploration. With free admission, ample parking, and climate-controlled environments, this world-class museum offers educational entertainment that inspires wonder about human ingenuity while accommodating large family groups comfortably in spacious galleries designed for exploration and learning.