{"id":6720,"date":"2022-02-23T04:23:17","date_gmt":"2022-02-23T04:23:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=6720"},"modified":"2023-09-01T17:37:32","modified_gmt":"2023-09-01T17:37:32","slug":"15-classic-souvenirs-from-cocoa-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-classic-souvenirs-from-cocoa-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Classic Souvenirs from Cocoa Beach"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cocoa-Beach.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cocoa-Beach.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cocoa-Beach-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>South of Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Cocoa Beach is the gateway to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, a space museum featuring rockets and iconic artifacts. But it&#8217;s the town&#8217;s beaches that draw many visitors. Inside the surf shop, there&#8217;s the Florida Surf Museum, and a pier with restaurants and shops. Nearby Lori Wilson Park is home to several species of birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a casual beachside dining experience, Fat Snook has been serving the Cocoa Beach community since 2007. It showcases local seafood purveyors by serving fresh and seasonal ingredients. Try the Florida Stone Crab starter, the Grilled D&#8217;Anjou Pear &amp; Baby Gem salad, or the U-10 Seared Scallops entree. The restaurant&#8217;s beachside decor is cool and calming. The wood flooring and nautical accents are the perfect complement to the restaurant&#8217;s beachy atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a nature lover, you will love exploring the area&#8217;s nature preserves. The Banana River Aquatic Preserve is 30,000 acres of natural habitat that surrounds Merritt Island and other barrier islands. You can hike, bike, and kayak through the area. You can also find manatees, turtles, gators, and a variety of land birds. If you want to see wildlife, Cocoa Beach is the place for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The town&#8217;s history is reflected in its rich culture and cuisine. The city&#8217;s heritage is rooted in Native American culture, and the enclave has a richly diverse population. There are plenty of historic buildings and interesting museums in Cocoa Beach, and its beaches are perfect for family fun. Whether you want to visit a park or stroll along the beach, you&#8217;ll find something to please everyone. The downtown is bustling with life and there are countless opportunities for recreation and dining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for some outdoor activities, Cocoa Beach is a great place to do so. You can play golf, go on a kayak tour, or enjoy water sports like fishing. It&#8217;s easy to get a feel for the community&#8217;s history and charm through its architecture. The area is known for its warm, sunny climate, and beautiful beaches. There are many attractions in this beach town, but you&#8217;re sure to find something that suits your interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The town&#8217;s quaint main street is lined with small shops and unique boutiques. Located in a former naval building, Cocoa Beach Brewing Company was founded in 2008. It&#8217;s one of the pioneers of the microbrew scene in the Space Coast area. It specializes in handcrafted, small-batch beers and has won numerous awards for its beer. While you&#8217;re there, be sure to check out its taproom. It features local craft beers as well as a variety of other local drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cocoa Beach Pier is a great place to take your family and friends. It is home to many restaurants, equipment rental services, and gift shops. There are also a number of water sports in Cocoa Beach, such as fishing, which is very popular with locals. You can rent tackle and catch a variety of fish from the pier. There are also a number of bars and restaurants in the area. Most of these establishments have outdoor seating, which is a great way to watch the sunset.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>South of Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Cocoa Beach is the gateway to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, a space museum featuring rockets and iconic artifacts. But it&#8217;s the town&#8217;s beaches that draw many visitors. Inside the surf shop, there&#8217;s the Florida Surf Museum, and a pier with restaurants and shops. 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