Meet the Mars Rover

NASA’s Perseverance rover may still be on the surface of the red planet, but with Exploring Mars, it’s ready to touch down in your living room.

What we love: Discovering how each part of the rover contributes to the science of NASA’s Mars Exploration Program. Select the coring drill to learn how Perseverance collects samples, or browse the part list to see tech specs on its wheels, cameras, and more.

Don’t miss: Standing on the surface of the red planet. Tap the “Take Me to Mars” button to stand in a fully immersive view of Hogwallow Flats, an ancient lake bed on the planet’s surface.

Quick tip: The model can be resized to fit in any room with a two-handed pinch-and-drag gesture. See the rover at life-size scale—or make it tiny enough to fit on your desk.