Table of Contents

Live Like a Local 06

Area Information 07

Where to Stay 10

Where to Wine and Dine 16

Where to Play 18

Weddings/Events 22

Area Map 26

Manatee Watching 28

Rockets and Space 30

Where to Shop 34

Eco-Tourism 38

Local Services 40

Beach/Park Guidelines 44

Tourism Partners 45

Live like a local

Living like a local in the Cocoa Beach area means embracing the coastal lifestyle, engaging in community activities, and exploring local favorites. While our pristine beaches are a major attraction, our region offers so much more than just sun, surf, and sand. There’s a wealth of activities for space enthusiasts, eco-tourists, foodies, and families seeking a fun vacation.

Our residents enjoy year-round opportunities to participate in various outdoor activities, including golf, pickleball, kayaking, and even surfing at the East Coast Surf Capital. We take pride in preserving our local ecosystem, home to manatees, sea turtles, and, of course, alligators! Plus, where else can you step outside and witness a rocket launch several times a week? It never gets old!

To make your stay enjoyable, we provide several resources, including this Visitor Guide, our website at VisitCocoaBeach.com, and our free mobile app available on the Apple App Store and Google Play by searching for Visit Cocoa Beach or scanning the QR code on the cover of the guide. We also have touchscreen kiosks featuring our mobile app information available at several high-traffic locations within our community. These resources offer insights into participating in local festivals, cleanups, and community gatherings to meet locals and get involved. We also encourage you to support our Visit Cocoa Beach member businesses, dine at our restaurants, and use our local services, all of which you can find in this publication.

By immersing yourself in these activities and frequenting local spots, you’ll experience the true essence of living like a local on Florida’s Space Coast.

Area Information

AIRPORTS

Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB)

1 Air Terminal Pkwy.

Melbourne, FL 32901

(321) 723-6227
mlbair.com

Cruise Ports

Canaveral Port Authority

445 Challenger Rd., Ste. 301

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 783-7831
portcanaveral.com

HEALTH CARE

Health First I AdventHealth Centra Care Cocoa Beach

105 S. Banana River Blvd., 1st Floor
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
(321) 985-0415
centracare.adventhealth.com/urgent-care/brevard/cocoa-beach

Health First - Cape Canaveral Hospital

701 W Cocoa Beach Cswy

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 799-7111
hf.org/hospitals_services/cch

Parrish Medical Center

951 North Washington Ave. Titusville, FL 32796

(321) 268-6111
parrishhealthcare.com

LIBRARIES

Cape Canaveral Public Library

(321) 868-1101

Central Brevard Public Library
(321) 868-1104

Cocoa Public Library

(321) 633-1792

Merritt Island Public Library

(321) 455-1369

Port St. John Public Library

(321) 633-1867

Titusville Public Library

(321) 264-5026

POST OFFICES

Cape Canaveral Post Office

(321) 783-3163

Cocoa Post Office

(321) 632-7190

Cocoa - Five Points

(321) 632-7190

Cocoa Beach Post Office

(321) 783-3433

Cocoa Village

(321) 632-6846

Merritt Island Post Office

(321) 453-1366

Patrick SFB

(321) 784-0394

Rockledge Post Office

(321) 636-4177

Suntree

(321) 242-0426

Sharpes

(321) 632-8561

TRANSPORTATION

Hot Rayz Limousines

1653 North Harbor City Blvd

Melbourne, FL 32935

(321) 412-2202

hotrayzlimos.com

Space Coast Area Transit

(321) 633-1878 | 321transit.com

Unik Transportation

375 Milano Lane

Melbourne, FL 32940

(317) 531-4114

VISITOR INFORMATION

City of Cape Canaveral

(321) 868-1220
cityofcapecanaveral.org

City of Cocoa

(321) 433-8800 | cocoafl.org

City of Cocoa Beach

(321) 868-3200
cityofcocoabeach.com

City of Rockledge

(321) 221-7540
cityofrockledge.org

City of Satellite Beach

(321) 773-4407
satellitebeachfl.org

Space Coast Office of Tourism

(877) 57-BEACH
visitspacecoast.com

Visit Cocoa Beach

(321) 459-2200

visitcocoabeach.com

Where to Stay

The Cocoa Beach area offers a diverse range of accommodations to suit every traveler’s preference and budget. For those seeking luxury, beachfront resorts provide stunning ocean views, upscale amenities, and easy access to the sand and surf. If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly option, there are numerous motels and inns along the coastline, offering comfort and convenience without breaking the bank. Vacation rentals are also a popular choice, providing the comforts of home with the flexibility of a personalized stay, perfect for families or groups. No matter where you choose to stay, you’ll be just steps away from the beautiful beaches, vibrant restaurants and lively atmosphere that Florida’s Space Coast is famous for.

360 Hospitality, LLC

301 Tucker Lane

Cocoa, FL 32926

(321) 336-8093

360hospitalitygroup.com

Atlantic Inn

2900 FL-A1A

Indialantic, FL 32903

(321) 779-9994

atlanticinnfl.com

Beach Place Guesthouses

1445 South Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931-2351

(321) 783-4045

beachplaceguesthouses.com

Beachside Hotel & Suites

3901 N Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-2221

beachsidehotelcocoabeach.com

Beachside Vacation Rentals, LLC

116 N Orlando Ave

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 382-0316

beachsidevr.com

Best Western Ocean Beach Hotel & Suites

5600 N. Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-7621

bestwesterncocoabeach.com

Candlewood Suites

2930 Pineda Plaza Way

Melbourne, FL 32940

(321) 821-9009

candlewoodsuites.com/melbournefl

Cirrus Apartments

3070 Cirrus Dr.

Cocoa, FL 32926

(321) 455-5490

cirrus.apartments

Cocoa Beach Timeshare Rentals

8545 Commodity Circle

Orlando, FL 32819

(877) 815-4227

sellmytimesharenow.com/destinations/cocoa-beach-timeshare/

Country Inn & Suites

9009 Astronaut Boulevard

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 784-8500

countryinns.com/capecanaveralfl

Courtyard by Marriott
Cocoa Beach -
Cape Canaveral

3435 N. Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 784-4800

marriott.com/mlbcb

Days Inn by Wyndham
Cocoa Beach Port
Canaveral

5500 N. Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 784-2550

daysinncocoabeach.com

F And L Vacation
Rentals LLC

113 Oak Ave.
Cocoa Beach, 32931

(321) 468-8748

fandlvacationrentals.com

FloridaRentals.com

5401 S. Kirkman Rd., Ste. 310

Orlando, FL 32819

(407) 378-3325

floridarentals.com/central-east/cocoa-beach-vacation-rentals

Hampton Inn & Suites Cape Canaveral Cruise Port

9004 Astronaut Blvd

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 784-0021

capecanaveralcruiseport.hamptonbyhilton.com

Hampton Inn Cocoa
Beach - Cape Canaveral

3425 N. Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 799-4099

www.hilton.com/en/hotels/coibhhx-hampton-cocoa-beach-cape-canaveral/

Happy Palm Stays

5300 Ocean Beach Blvd

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 900-4311

happypalmstays.com

Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront

1550 N Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 799-0003

cocoabeach.hilton.com

Holiday Inn Club Vacations - Cape Canaveral Beach Resort

1000 Shorewood Drive

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 799-4900

holidayinnclub.com

Holiday Inn Express & Space Coast Convention Center

301 Tucker Lane

Cocoa, FL 32926

(321) 635-9975

spacecoastconvention.com

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

5575 N. Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 868-2525

hiexpress.com/es-cocoabeach

Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral

995 Sherwood Dr.

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 844-5010

hiexpress.com/capecanaveral

Holiday Inn Melbourne - Viera

8298 N. Wickham Road

Melbourne, FL 32940

(321) 255-0077

holidayinnmelbourne.com

Home2 By Hilton Cape Canaveral Cruise Port

9004 Astronaut Blvd.

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 784-0025

capecanaveralcruiseport.home2suitesbyhilton.com

Homewood Suites by Hilton Cape Canaveral / Cocoa Beach

9000 Astronaut Blvd.

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 868-1841

capecanaveralcocoabeach.homewoodsuites.com

Hyatt Place Titusville
Kennedy Space Center

6299 Riverfront Center Blvd.

Titusville, FL 32780

(321) 383-2280

hyattplacetitusvillekennedy
spacecenter.com

Integra Trails Apartments

3705 S.R. 524

Cocoa, FL 32926

(321) 978-0037

integratrails.com

Island Hotel of the Space Coast

260 E Merritt Island Cswy.

Merritt Island, FL 32952

(321) 452-7711

scislhotel.com

Joy RV Resort

245 Flamingo Drive

Cocoa, FL 32926

(321) 631-0305

joyrvresort.com

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral

1275 North Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-2252

wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/cocoa-beach-florida/la-quinta-inn-cocoa-beach-port-canaveral/overview

LBA Hospitality

9004 Astronaut Blvd.

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 868-1841

lbahospitality.com

Lost Inn Paradise

2902 S. Atlantic Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-4765 |

lostinnparadise.com

Marlin Vacation
Condominiums

22 Tulip Ave., Apt. 311

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-8712

themarlin.com

Ocean Landings Resort & Racquet Club

900 N Atlantic Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-9430

oceanlandings.com

Ocean Partners Hospitality

3425 N. Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 799-4099

Residence Inn - Cape Canaveral Cocoa Beach

8959 Astronaut Boulevard

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 323-1100

marriott.com/mlbri

StayLuxe Vacation Rental Management

315 Kenzel Ct.

Merritt Island, FL 32953

(321) 626-3281

lxepropertymanagement.com/space-coast

Surfside Suites

176 S. Atlantic Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 784-1182

surfsidecb.com

The Inn at Cocoa Beach

4300 Ocean Beach Boulevard

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 799-3460

theinnatcocoabeach.com

Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort

3550 N Atlantic Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-2230

westgatecocoabeach.com

WoodSpring Suites Rockledge - Cocoa Beach

720 Barnes Blvd.

Rockledge, FL 32955

(321) 638-6565

woodspring.com/extended-stay-hotels/locations/florida/rockledge/woodspring-suites-rockledge-cocoa-beach

Where to Wine & Dine

Our community is a haven for food and wine enthusiasts, offering a delightful array of dining options that cater to every palate. Whether you’re in the mood for fresh seafood, gourmet cuisine, or casual bites, there’s something to satisfy your cravings. From upscale dining to laid-back eateries, Cocoa Beach offers a culinary experience that’s as vibrant and diverse as its coastal charm.

The Alibi Bar
Cocktails & Bites

231 Minuteman Cswy.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 613-2831

thealibicocktailsandbites.com

Calm Collective Lounge

625 N. Atlantic Ave

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(877) 814-4188

calmcollectivelounge.com

Canaveral Ice Cream and Coffee Company

8501 Astronaut Blvd., Ste. 1

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 423-4877

canaveralicecreamand
coffeecompany.com

Carib Brewery USA

200 Imperial Blvd.
Cape Canaveral, FL 329

(321) 728-4114

caribbreweryusa.com

Champs Steakhouse & Bar

100 N. Sykes Creek Pkwy Merritt Island, FL 32953 (321) 349-0051 champssteakhouse.com

Cocoa Beach Fish Camp Grill

5602 N. Atlantic Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 613-4020

cocoabeachfishcampgrill.com

Coconuts On The Beach

2 Minutemen Cswy.
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 784-1422

coconutsonthebeach.com

Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill

610 Glen Cheek Drive

Port Canaveral, FL 32920-4502

(321) 784-4533

fishlipswaterfront.com

Florida’s Fresh Grill

2039 North Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 613-5649

floridasfreshgrill.com

Ford’s Garage

5480 Lake Andrew Dr

Viera, FL 32940

(321) 405-3673

fordsgarageusa.com/
locations/viera

Galaxy Bar & Grill

6100 N Courtenay Pkwy.

Merritt Island, FL 32953

(321) 305-6608

Gregory’s Steak &
Seafood Grille

900 N. Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 799-2557

gregorysonthebeach.com

The Grilled Cheese and Crab Cake Company

699 N Atlantic Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 (321) 613-0162
grilledcheeseandcrabcakeco.com

Grills Seafood Deck
& Tiki Bar

505 Glen Cheek Drive

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 868-2226

grillsseafood.com

Juice N Java Café

75 N Orlando Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 784-4044

juicenjavacafe.com

Melting Pot

2230 Town Center Ave., Ste. 101

Viera, FL 32940

(321) 433-3040

meltingpot.com/melbourne-fl

Mystic Lobster Roll Company

109 Brevard Ave.,
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 349-3949 mysticlobsterrolls.com

PSJ Cellar

3780 Curtis Blvd

Cocoa, FL 32927

(321) 735-4044

facebook.com/psjcellar3780

Red Lobster

215 E Merritt Island Cswy.

Merritt Island, FL 32952

(321) 453-3520

redlobster.com

Rising Tide Tap and
Table

523 Glen Cheek Dr.

Port Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 576-0676
risingtidetap.com

Rockin’ Retro Ice
Cream Parlor

2019 N Atlantic Ave

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 613-2188

Rusty’s Seafood &
Oyster Bar

628 Glen Cheek Drive

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 783-2033

rustysseafood.com

Sage Bistro

6615 N Atlantic Ave.

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 783-4548

sagebistroflorida.com

Squid Lips Cocoa Beach

2200 S. Orlando Ave.
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-1350

squidlipsgrill.com

Tree of Life Cuban Bakery

38 S. Atlantic Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 423-7873

treeoflifebakery.com

Where to Play

Cocoa Beach is a paradise for both thrill-seekers and relaxation enthusiasts, offering a diverse array of activities that fully embrace its stunning coastal surroundings. Whether you’re craving exhilarating water sports, tranquil nature walks, engaging educational experiences, or simply some sunshine-filled fun, Cocoa Beach has something special for everyone.

Attractions

Brevard Zoo

8225 N. Wickham Road

Melbourne, FL 32940

(321) 254-9453

brevardzoo.org

Cocoa Beach Pier

401 Meade Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-7549

cocoabeachpier.com

Drift Zone

777 E Merritt Island Cswy Ste E6

Merritt island, FL 32952

(321) 338-7288

driftzoneint.com/merritt-island-florida

Cosmik Tiki Arcade & Swimming

101 N Atlantic

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 794-2225 | cosmiktiki.com

Epic Escape Rooms

305 Brevard Ave.

Cocoa Village, FL 32922

(386) 689-3710

epicescapesllc.com

Escape Cocoa Beach

5675 N. Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 373-2627

escapecocoabeach.com

Florida Academy of Baking

1370 Hwy A1A, Ste. E

Satellite Beach, FL 32937

(321) 622-6185 | fabbaker.com

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Space Commerce Way
Merritt Island, FL 32953

(855) 433-4210

kennedyspacecenter.com

Lido Cabaret

104 Cleveland Ave.
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 784-1022

lidocabaret.us

Cruises

Carnival Cruise Lines

3655 NW 87th Ave

Miami, FL 33178

(305) 599-2600 | carnival.com

Cruise Cocoa

1980 N Atlantic Ave., Ste. 230-16
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 209-2339

cruisecocoa.com

Disney Cruise Line

P. O. Box 10210

Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

(800) 951-3532

disneycruise.disney.go.com

Royal Caribbean Group

1050 Caribbean Way

Miami, FL 33132

royalcaribbeangroup.com

Victory Casino Cruises

180 Christopher Columbus Drive

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(855) 468-4286

victorycasinocruises.com

Entertainment Venues

King Center for the Performing Arts - ASM Global

3865 N. Wickham Rd.

Melbourne, FL 32935

(321) 242-2219

kingcenter.com

Route 7 Karting & Entertainment

1 AAR Way, Suite 102

Rockledge, FL 32955

(321) 978-7223
route7entertainment.com

Golf

Cocoa Beach Country Club/Community Pool

5000 Tom Warriner Blvd.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 868-3351
cityofcocoabeach.com/413/Cocoa-Beach-Country-Club-A-Public-Facili

Duran Golf Club

7032 Stadium Parkway

Viera, FL 32940-8130

(321) 504-7776
durangolf.com

Rockledge Country Club

1591 South Fiske Blvd.
Rockledge, FL 32955

(321) 636-6022
rockledgecc.com

Museums

American Space Museum

308 Pine Street
Titusville,FL 32796
(321) 264-0434
americanspacemuseum.org

Brevard Veterans Memorial Center & Park

400 S. Sykes Creek Parkway

Merritt Island, FL 32952

(321) 453-1776

veteransmemorialcenter.org

Museum Of Dinosaurs & Ancient Cultures

250 W Cocoa Beach Cswy

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-7300
dinosaurstore.com

Sands Space History Center

100 Space Port Way
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
(321) 853-1919
ccspacemuseum.org

Valiant Air Command Warbird Air Museum

6600 Tico Rd

Titusville, FL 32780

(321) 268-1941

valiantaircommand.com

Recreational Sales & Rentals

A1A Outdoor Center

6811 N Atlantic Ave.

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 505-7455

a1abeachrentals.com

Theatres

Cocoa Village Playhouse

300 Brevard Avenue

Cocoa, FL 32922

(321) 636-5050

cocoavillageplayhouse.com

Surfside Players, Inc.

301 Ramp Rd

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-3127

surfsideplayhouse.com

Tours/Charters

Airboat Rides at Midway

28501 East Colonial Drive

Christmas, FL 32709

(407) 568-6790

airboatridesatmidway.com

BK Adventure

485 N. Washington Ave.

Titusville, FL 34796

(407) 519-8711

BKAdventure.com

Canaveral Tours

P.O. Box 540583

Merritt Island, FL 32954

(321) 307-2900

canaveral.tours

Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours

420 W. Cocoa Beach Cswy.
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 454-7414

cocoabeachdolphintours.com

Cocoa Beach Helicopters

673 Dave Nisbet Dr.

Port Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 392-4125

cocoabeachhelicopters.com

Fin Expeditions
Kayak Tours

320 N Atlantic Ave., Ste. 4B

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 698-7233

finexpeditions.com

Florida Air Tours

475 Manor Drive

Merritt Island, FL 32952

(321) 392-4125

floridaairtours.com

Good Natured River Tours

6075 North US 1

Melbourne, FL 32940

(321) 987-0088

goodnaturedrivertours.com

Obsession Fishing Charters

505 Glen Cheek Drive

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 453-3474

fishobsession.com

Space Coast River
Tours, Inc.

2550 North Banana River Dr.

Merritt Island, FL 32952

(321) 652-1052

spacecoastrivertours.com

A St. Johns Airboat
River Tour

28500 E Colonial Dr,
Christmas, FL 32709
(321) 615-8999

stjohnsairboatour.com

Weddings/Events

Matthew’s Hope Ministries

825 Forrest Ave.

Cocoa, FL 32922

(407) 905-9500

matthewshopeministries.org

The Riverfront Cocoa Beach

129 Manatee Ln.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 451-4940
theriverfrontcocoabeach.com

Rockledge Gardens, Inc.

2153 US Highway 1

Rockledge, FL 32955-3726

(321) 636-7662

rockledgegardens.com

Manatee Watching

Florida manatees thrive in shallow, slow-moving rivers, bays, estuaries, and coastal waters. Brevard County boasts more manatees than any other area of similar size worldwide. These gentle creatures inhabit fresh, brackish, or salt water, favoring depths of 3-7 feet. The prime months for manatee observation in Central Florida are November through March. It’s crucial to respect manatees by not harassing or feeding them; it’s illegal and harmful. Maintain a distance, allowing them to approach if they choose. Numerous wildlife viewing options are available, including tours by foot, boat, automobile, kayak, or bicycle.

Top Local Spots for Manatee Viewing in the Cocoa Beach Area

Canaveral Lock

Mullet Road
Cape Canaveral

Situated just north of the Port Canaveral entrance, near Jetty Park, Canaveral Lock is a prime spot for wildlife viewing, especially in the early evening and late afternoon. Boat cruises through the Canaveral Lock and scenic waterways offer opportunities to see dolphins, manatees, alligators, and various native birds.

DeSoto Park

DeSoto Parkway

Satellite Beach

Each winter, particularly on cold nights, hundreds of manatees gather in a small canal adjacent to DeSoto Park in Satellite Beach. The shallow canal allows for clear views of manatees as they sleep, yawn, stretch, and occasionally feed on nearby plants. The area is fenced for their protection, but visitors can still enjoy close-up views, often bringing chairs to observe the manatees’ activities.

Manatee Sanctuary Park

701 Thurm Boulevard

Cape Canaveral

Located near the Radisson Resort at the Port, Manatee Sanctuary Park is a hidden gem for viewing manatees, dolphins, and birds. The park features a charming cove surrounded by mangroves where manatees often bask in the sun. It’s one of the East Coast’s top spots for manatee sightings, with frequent appearances by egrets, herons, pelicans, and ospreys.

Rockets and Space

The Cocoa Beach area is the epicenter for space exploration and rocket launches, making it a must-visit destination for space enthusiasts. Situated just a short drive from the iconic Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, the area offers visitors a front-row seat to humanity’s journey into the cosmos.

Rocket launches are a frequent spectacle in the Cocoa Beach area, with both government and private entities like NASA, SpaceX, and United Launch Alliance conducting missions. The launches often illuminate the sky, accompanied by the awe-inspiring rumble of rocket engines. Visitors can witness these breathtaking events from several prime viewing locations, including Playalinda Beach, Jetty Park, and the Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier. Each site offers unobstructed views of the launch pads, creating unforgettable experiences.

For those wanting a deeper dive into space history, the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is a must-see. This world-renowned facility features interactive exhibits, historic spacecraft, and the incredible Space Shuttle Atlantis. Guests can explore the Apollo/Saturn V Center, walk under a massive Saturn V rocket, and learn about the historic Apollo missions that first put humans on the Moon. The Astronaut Encounter program allows visitors to meet real astronauts and hear firsthand about their experiences in space. You can also discover NASA’s plans to explore deep space, get up close to life-sized Mars rover replicas, and test your skills as a recruit in Journey To Mars.

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, a hub of historic and modern spaceflight activity, also offers guided tours through partnerships with local organizations. These tours provide insights into the rich history of launches, including the early Mercury and Gemini missions.

The area is also home to a vibrant community of space enthusiasts and events. Rocket launch schedules are often accompanied by festivals, viewing parties, and themed activities that draw both locals and tourists. The Space Coast’s deep connection to exploration makes it an inspiring place for families, educators, and anyone curious about the universe.

Beyond space-related attractions, Cocoa Beach offers beautiful beaches, a charming downtown, and a variety of water sports, blending adventure with relaxation. Whether you’re a seasoned space enthusiast or simply looking for a unique experience, Cocoa Beach and its space-related offerings provide an unforgettable glimpse into the future of human exploration. With rocket launches happening almost every week, there’s always something extraordinary to witness on Florida’s Space Coast.

Where to Shop

The Cocoa Beach area offers a delightful variety of shopping experiences. Cocoa Beach, Cocoa Village, and Viera each offer distinct shopping experiences for visitors. In Cocoa Beach, you’ll find iconic spots like the World-Famous Ron Jon Surf Shop, perfect for beachwear, surf gear, and coastal souvenirs. Cocoa Village, with its historic charm, features a collection of quaint boutiques, art galleries, and specialty shops where you can discover unique gifts, handmade crafts, and local artwork. In Viera, The Avenue Viera is a popular shopping destination with a mix of well-known retailers, stylish boutiques, and dining options, providing a modern shopping experience with a relaxed, outdoor atmosphere.

The Avenue Viera

2261 Town Center Avenue,
Ste. 113

Viera, FL 32940

(321) 634-5390

avenueviera.com

Beachside Candy

73 N Orlando Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 613-2351

beachsidecandystore.com

The Cape Smoke & Vape

6910 N Atlantic Ave.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32920

(321) 613-2735

Captain Roy’s Tackle Box Bait & Tackle

91 E Merritt Island Cswy Merritt Island, FL 32952 (321) 350-7290

The Dinosaur Store

250 West Cocoa Beach Cswy.

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-7300

dinosaurstore.com

Fairvilla Boutique/Logemasterj, LLC

6103 N. Atlantic Ave.

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 799-9961 | fairvilla.com

From Europe to You

234 Rosa L. Jones Dr

Cocoa, FL 32922

(321) 338-7038

fromeuropetoyou.com

Grimaldi Candy Company - Viera

3006 US Hightway 1

Rockledge, FL 32955

(321) 638-0702

grimaldicandies.com

Historic Cocoa Village Main Street

434 Delannoy Ave., Suite #204
Cocoa, FL 32922

(321) 631-9075

visitcocoavillage.com

Honeycomb Shores

777 E. Merritt Island Cswy., Ste. 103

Merritt Island, FL 32952

(321) 386-7235

honeycombshores.com

Kayaks By Bo

1127 W King St.

Cocoa, FL 32922

(321) 474-9365

kayaksbybo.com

Mangrove Marketplace

8660 Astronaut Blvd. #100

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 785-3012

mangrovemarketplace.com

Merritt Square Mall

777 E. Merritt Island Causeway

Merritt Island, FL 32952

(321) 452-3272

merrittsquaremall.com

Renningers Flea and Farmers Market

4835 W. Eau Gallie Blvd.

Melbourne, FL 32934

(321) 242-9124

renningers.net

Ron Jon Surf Shop Of Florida, Inc.

4151 N Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 799-8820

ronjonsurfshop.com

Space Coast CBD

7004 N. Atlantic Ave.

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 613-2836

SpaceShirts/Pike Products

6116 N. Courtenay Parkway

Merritt Island, FL 32953

(321) 453-7453

spaceshirts.com

Wild Ocean Market - Port Canaveral

710 Blue Water Drive

Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

(321) 783-2300

wildoceanmarket.com

Eco-Tourism

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

The Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge covers over 140,000 acres and boasts diverse habitats, from freshwater impoundments to expansive saltwater estuaries. It is home to seven distinct habitats supporting over 330 bird species, 31 mammal species, 117 fish species, 68 amphibian and reptile species, and more than 1,000 plant species. Additionally, the refuge protects 16 federally threatened or endangered wildlife species.

The marshes, some of the refuge’s most productive and diverse areas, are vital to many species. These shallow-water grasslands host crabs, worms, clams, and fish, attracting higher predators like birds, river otters, American alligators, and raccoons. Each year, the marshes draw hundreds of thousands of migratory birds. The refuge is also a critical nesting site for sea turtles in the United States, averaging over 1,300 loggerhead nests annually.

Visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, including bird and wildlife observation, a wildlife drive, a manatee observation deck, fishing and hunting, boating, and paddling.

Thousand Islands

The Thousand Islands, a group of natural, modified, and spoiled islands, were formed by a storm-driven sea that broke through the barrier island, leaving a 900-acre flood tide delta deposit. In the late 1950s, small ditches were dug through the islands to improve water movement and fish access for mosquito control. Located in Cocoa Beach, this 338-acre site consists of islands in the Indian River Lagoon, south of Minutemen Causeway.

Access to the islands is primarily by boat, with the Ramp Road boat ramp in Cocoa Beach serving as the main entry point. A short nature trail is available on North Crawford Island and a marked paddling trail is under development. The islands feature numerous channels ideal for paddling, and guided tours.

Surfing

Cocoa Beach – The East Coast Surf Capital

Cocoa Beach is renowned for producing some of the world’s most famous surfers, including Kelly Slater. A Cocoa Beach native, Slater is an 11-time professional world champion and is widely considered the greatest surfer of all time. In his honor, the City of Cocoa Beach has erected a bronze statue at the entrance to downtown.

Cocoa Beach is ideal for beginners and those seeking a ‘learn to surf’ vacation due to its generally small to medium waves and consistently warm temperatures, averaging 73 degrees. The gentle waves make it safe to start teaching kids as young as 3 or 4 years old. Surfboards and other beach equipment are readily available for purchase or rent at various locations along the beach.

For current surf reports, visit SurfGuru.com.

Local Services

Our area offers a range of local services designed to enhance the tourist experience. Visitors can find an array of reliable Visit Cocoa Beach member businesses that are trusted by our residents and guests alike.

4Ever Young Merritt Island

1450 N Courtenay Pkwy.

Merritt Island, FL 32953

(321) 378-8240

4everyoungantiaging.com/merritt-island

Animal Wellness World

3149 N Courtenay Pkwy Merritt Island, FL 32953 (321) 684-7060 animalwellnessworld.com

Artemis Business Solutions

POS/Credit Card Services Serving Brevard County

(321) 223-2033

launchartemis.com

Balanceable

30 N. Brevard Ave.
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 378-3239

balanceablechiro.com

Brevard Bed & Biscuit

155 Pioneer Road

Merritt Island, FL 32953

(321) 609-5257

bedandbiscuit.org

Brevard Skin and Cancer Center

150 Sykes Creek Pkwy.,
Suite #102

Merritt Island, FL 32953

(321) 301-4737

brevardskin.com

Club Pilates Viera

2221 Town Center Ave Ste 129

Melbourne, FL 32940

(321) 419-0798

clubpilates.com/viera

The Corner Tattoo
and Piercing Studio

112 Dixie Lane

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 783-8287

Crest Cleaners &
Laundry

402 Florida Ave

Cocoa, FL 32922-7930

(321) 632-1007

crestcleaners.net

The DRIPBaR at Pineda Landings

6375 N Wickham Rd., Ste. 101

Melbourne, FL 32940

(321) 465-7986

thedripbar.com/melbourne-
pineda-landings

eMaids of Space Coast

3270 Suntree Blvd., Ste. 1117F

Melbourne, FL 32940

(321) 462-3331

emaidsofspacecoast.com

Fitness Club Merritt Island

1450 N Courtenay Pkwy., Ste. 15

Merritt Island, FL 32953

(321) 305-5870

fitnessclubmerrittisland.com

Giant Recreation World

1355 Culver Dr NE #1178

Palm Bay, FL 32907

(321) 242-6261

giantrecreationworld.com

H.O.T. Yoga on the Island

87 East Merritt Avenue

Merritt Island, FL 32953

(321) 452-9642

YogaOnTheIsland.com

Launch Network Digital Media Services, LLC

All of Brevard County

Rockledge, FL 32955

(321) 355-4333

launchnetworkdms.com

Lawyer For Business

2915 Biscayne Blvd., Ste. 300

Miami, FL 33137

(305) 614-6662

lawyerforbusiness.com

Local Air & Heat

2459 Cheney Hwy. #52

Titusville, FL 32780

(321) 481-9898

localairandheat.com

Mail Room Merritt Island

137 S. Courtenay Pkwy Merritt Island, FL 32952 (321) 452-0110

mailtraveling.com

ManaTee Promotions LLC

(321) 638-4426

manateepromotions.com

Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning

315 Minuteman Cswy. #1

Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 351-8489

oxifresh.com/locations/fl/cocoa-beach-carpet-cleaning/

Pegasus Accounting

109 Wishing Well Circle SW

Palm Bay, FL 32908

(410) 533-9623

pegasusbk.com

The Man-O’-War
Tattoo Company

1281 W. King Street

Cocoa, FL 32922

(321) 243-4086

facebook.com/ManOWar
TattooCo

PIP Printing and Signs

275 Magnolia Avenue #2

Merritt Island, FL 32952-4839

(321) 452-2800

pipbrevard.com

Sky Advertising, Inc.

668 South Patrick Drive

Satellite Beach, FL 32937-3083

(321) 777-0140 | skyadinc.com

Space Coast Association
of Realtors, Inc

2950 Pineda Plaza Way

Melbourne, FL 32940-7342

(321) 242-2211
spacecoastmls.com

Synergy Float Spa

264 North Grove St

Merritt Island, FL 32953

(321) 305-6275

synergyfloatspa.com

TSS Photography of Florida’s Space Coast

2555 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Ste. 33,
Merritt Island, FL 32952

(321) 208-8252

tssphotography.com/merritt
island

The UPS Store -
Rockledge

3810 Murrell Rd.

Rockledge, FL 32955

(321) 636-5000
theupsstore.com

The UPS Store - Suntree

7777 N Wickham Rd Suite #12

Melbourne, FL 32940

(321) 253-2600
theupsstore.com

BEACH/PARK GUIDELINES

Dog-Friendly Beach: Cocoa Beach Information

Designated Dog Beach Area Dogs are allowed only in the designated beach area under the following conditions:

• Location: Between 4th Street South to the north side of Murkshe Park (16th Street South).

• Leash: Dogs must be on a leash with a maximum length of 10 feet at all times.

• Access: You must access the dog beach directly; walking along the beach to reach the dog beach is not permitted.

• Allowable Times:

• 6 a.m. - 10 a.m.

• 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. during Eastern Standard Time

• 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. during Daylight Savings Time

• Clean Up: Owners must clean up after their dogs. Pet disposal stations are located at each crossover from 4th Street South to the north side of Murkshe Park.

• Restrictions: Keep dogs off dunes and away from turtle nests.

Note: Violation of these rules may result in a $50 fine.

Lori Wilson Park

The dog park at Lori Wilson Park is open, but dogs are not allowed outside the fenced enclosure or on the beach at this location.

Turtles, Turtle Nests or Turtle Hatchlings

Sea turtles are an endangered species. If you see a turtle coming ashore, give it a wide berth, do not shine a flashlight, or use a flash camera. Nesting and hatching season in Florida extends from March 1 through October 31. Ideally, lighting should remain off throughout the night during this period. Light sources remaining on until 11 p.m. will still affect about one-third of the hatchlings emerging from nests on a given night.

Stranded Marine Mammals If you encounter a stranded marine mammal, such as a whale, manatee, or dolphin, do not push it back to sea. Instead:

1. Call the Cocoa Beach Police Department at 321-868-3251 and request them to call Sea World.

2. Keep the mammal comfortable by pouring sea water over its exposed skin and shielding it from the sun with wet towels until Sea World officials arrive.

TOURISM PARTNERS

Belden Communications LLC

5825 Southport Dr.

Port Orange, FL 32127

(321) 362-2097

BeldenCommunications.com

Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce

(321) 459-2200

cocoabeachchamber.com

Discovery Map of Cocoa/Melbourne

870 N. Miramar Ave.

Indiatlantic, FL 32903

(321) 408-8971

discoverymap.com/destination/cocoa-beach-cocoa-village-cape-canaveral-merritt-island-fl/

Florida Association of Vacation Rentals (FAVR)

floridaavr.org

FPIS Inc Brochure Distribution & Travel Marketing

220 Story Road

Ocoee, FL 34761

(407) 450-1752

FPIS.com

Space Coast Office of Tourism Visitor Information Center

267 W Cocoa Beach Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

(321) 617-1011

visitspacecoast.com

The Viera Company

7380 Murrell Rd, Ste. 201

Viera, FL 32940

(321) 242-1200 ext. 4533

viera.com