{"id":6946,"date":"2022-03-01T02:44:30","date_gmt":"2022-03-01T02:44:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=6946"},"modified":"2023-09-01T17:37:29","modified_gmt":"2023-09-01T17:37:29","slug":"top-15-places-to-visit-in-cocoa-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/top-15-places-to-visit-in-cocoa-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 15 Places to Visit in 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. Explore rockets and iconic artifacts at the museum. The city is also known for its surf breaks, beaches, and surf shops. Its Florida Surf Museum is located inside a surf shop. The pier and Lori Wilson Park are also popular spots. If you like bird watching, you can also visit Lori Wilson Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many attractions in the city, including the famous Surfside Playhouse. A semi-secluded beach is only accessible by foot from this park, where visitors can picnic or relax on the shaded lawn. Other amenities include restrooms, vending machines, and barbecue grills. The beach is open daily from dawn to dusk. The city has plenty of options for accommodations. While staying in Cocoa Beach, consider booking a hotel or motel in one of the many available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many places to visit in the city, but one of the most popular is the Dinosaur Store and Museum. The museum is free, but the exhibits are free. The museum is home to a vast collection of fossils, and an arcade. During the day, there are also plenty of activities for children, including building skeletons. Taking a tour of the area is the best way to experience the city&#8217;s unique culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a history buff, you can visit the Historic Cocoa Village. This historic neighborhood is famous for its outdoor amphitheater, where famous musicians perform. There are also free events on the weekends. If you&#8217;re an outdoorsy person, try a stroll through the local playhouse. Or take a stroll through the beautifully landscaped streets. Whether you are looking for a quiet spot or a picturesque setting, you&#8217;ll find something in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to learn more about space and its history, visit the Kennedy Space Center. This NASA field center is where several major launches take place, and it features many hands-on activities and immersive experiences. Kids will enjoy the museum&#8217;s interactive exhibits, arcade games, and live animals. There are also several great museums in Cocoa Beach that are geared toward families with children. If you haven&#8217;t been to the museum before, you can make your own trip to the Kennedy Space Center. It&#8217;s less than 30 minutes away, but you can also check out other attractions in the Orlando Area, if you prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The area offers many attractions. Aside from the Kennedy Space Center, there&#8217;s the Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier. This pier juts out over 800 feet into the Atlantic, and has five restaurants. The Rikki Tiki Tavern is a must-visit for space enthusiasts. Guests can also spend the day at the coast&#8217;s many attractions. Alternatively, you can just lounge on the beach and watch the rocket launch.<\/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. 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