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One of the main attractions in French Guiana is Europe's Spaceport. Free guided tours are available when a launch is not in progress but please book in advance to avoid disappointment.
| Programme | | | 08:00 | Welcome to the Space Museum, Jupiter Hall | | | Identity check and distribution of badges | | 08:15 | Jupiter Building - VIP lounge | | | Presentation of Europe's Spaceport | | | Film "The Way into Space" | | | Presentation of the Control Centre | | | Film: latest launch campaign | | 09:30 | Bus tour of former Ariane 4 launch site | | 10:15 | Bus tour and presentation of Ariane 5 launch site | | 11:00 | Return to Jupiter Hall - end of tour |
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Opening hours
Tours take place Monday to Thursday from 08:00 to 11:00 in and from 13:00 to 16:00. On Fridays there is a morning tour only.
To book
tel: +594 594 326123
fax: +594 594 321745
Email:visites.csg@wanadoo.fr
Visit the Space Museum
If you are visiting the Spaceport do not forget to call in at the Space Museum. Situated next to the Jupiter Hall, the museum contains life-size mockups of satellites, interactive animations and a selection of scientific films to guide you through the past, present and future of the Spaceport.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 18:00
Saturday 14:00 to 18:00
Tickets cost €6.10 for adults and €3.80 for children under 10. Reductions are available for groups and visitors to the launch base.
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