Cocoa Beach Travel Guide

South of Cape Canaveral sits Florida’s Cocoa Beach, a town of about 11,000 residents. With such close proximity to the Kennedy Space Center, of course you have to visit.

Things to Do in Cocoa Beach

Aspiring astronauts will love seeing the site where so many explorers before them have launched their missions into space. After this, pay a visit to Eastern Florida State College’s planetarium, one of the best in the country.

History Buffs will have a fun time strolling through the well-preserved streets of Historic Cocoa Village, while surfers will love a trip to the original Ron Jon Surf Shop. Inside the shop, be sure to visit the Florida Surf Museum to learn about the sport’s history and some of Florida’s top surfers. Cocoa Beach Kayaking Tour lets you swim with manatees while various fishing companies take you out to the seas to see what you can catch. Stroll along Cocoa Beach Pier or visit any of the city’s breathtaking beaches.

Cocoa Beach is full of surfer vibes and relaxed, laid-back residents.

Best Time to Visit Cocoa Beach

Florida’s summers can get hot, so plan your trip for the late spring to still take advantage of warm weather without the full force of the Sunshine State’s heat.

A Local's Guide to Cocoa Beach Vacation Rentals

This stunning beach resort town is just one hour’s drive east of Orlando, Florida. There is so much to enjoy in this area as well as using it as a place to pick up cheaper vacation rentals and explore the Sunshine State. Cocoa Beach is also along the Space Coast area with plenty of places to visit on a family vacation, business trip or just a getaway with friends.

There are so many activities to enjoy that Cocoa Beach offers such as deep sea fishing, water sports, kayak tours of the natural coastline to get up close to the area’s incredible wildlife and even take an airboat ride.

For visitors wanting to get under the skin of this seaside resort, take a trip to the Florida Surf Museum which traces the sport’s local history. Culture-junkies can also visit the Brevard Museum of History & Natural Science, The Alma Clyde Field Library and The Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum.

For fans of nature and wildlife, head to the maritime forest at oceanfront Lori Wilson Park, Blackpoint Wildlife Drive at the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge or look out for alligators on an airboat ride on the St. Johns River.

The Space Coast is the perfect place for a look at some of the most incredible attractions. The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, north of Cape Canaveral, which has rockets and iconic artefacts. Very lucky travelers might even see a rocket liftoff!

Cocoa Beach is also just a few minutes from Florida’s fastest growing port -- Port Canaveral. Cruises leave this port to a wide variety of destinations and include the Disney Cruise Line, Carnival and Royal Caribbean.

In the evening, there are lots of beachside bars, restaurants, and cafes to try at Cocoa Beach Pier as well as live music in jazz clubs.

There are tons of different types of vacation rentals in Cocoa Beach from a whole two or three bedroom vacation home to a hotel room. Cocoa Beach is a popular resort for a family get-together, friends and large groups as it offers a great location for exploring the Sunshine State.

The cheapest place to stay in the area is only $25 per night and there are larger and more luxury locations for groups. With 476 places that include a swimming pool or Jacuzzi, there are plenty of places that a large group can hang out in the sunshine and enjoy a swim.

And if you don’t want to leave the four-legged members of or family behind, then choose from one of the 414 places that accept pets. And with 2,792 places to choose you're bound to find the perfect place for a Cocoa Beach vacation.

In the peak summer months, the weather is hottest and accommodation is more expensive and harder to book. July is the peak month for tourism so avoiding this time if possible will open up cheaper deals.

The cheapest month to stay in Cocoa Beach is November when the weather is cooler and vacation rentals are cheaper. The best time to book vacation in Cocoa Beach is March and arriving midweek, on a Tuesday or Wednesday, will open up better deals. Arriving on a Friday or over a weekend is more expensive as it is more popular.

Condos in Cocoa Beach

What better way is there to kick back on vacation at Cocoa Beach than in your own private condo? There are plenty of condo rentals in Cocoa Beach, as vacationers look for a ‘home from home’ with great oceans views and easy access to the area’s stunning beaches. Whether you’re traveling with family and friends, or looking for a romantic getaway with your significant other, there’s everything from large condos through to smaller apartments, many of which have ocean views and balconies. There are plenty of vacation rentals near to the popular Cocoa Beach Pier, the best restaurants and bars in the area, and the nearby popular city of Cape Canaveral and it’s famous Port Canaveral.