Just west of Merritt Island on the shores of the Indian River Lagoon, the city of Cocoa draws visitors with a lively historic downtown, family-friendly waterfront activities and events, and its close proximity to major Florida attractions, including Kennedy Space Center and Space Coast beaches.
At historic Downtown Cocoa Village, visitors can explore a wide variety of unique shops and diverse eateries, catch family-friendly events, and see a number of historic landmarks, including the Derby Street Chapel, Porcher House, and Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse, where patrons can “experience Broadway on Brevard.”
Points of interest on the waterfront include Cocoa Village Marina, home of Indian River Queen, which offers private and public cruises, and Cocoa Riverfront Park, Taylor Park, and Lee Wenner Park, which together encompass 10 acres of riverfront property, providing access to the Indian River Lagoon for fishing and boating and a variety of family-friendly activities. This is also one of many locations throughout the Space Coast where visitors can watch rocket launches.
The downtown area is located just 15 miles from Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and 10 miles from Cocoa Beach for surfing, fishing, and watersports. While in Cocoa, the Brevard Museum of History and Natural Science is a must-see, and fans of ice skating and hockey won’t want to miss a visit to Space Coast Iceplex just south of Cocoa in Rockledge.
Plan your trip at Visit Space Coast and Visit Cocoa Beach.
BEACHES & WATERWAYS
Spend some time at the beach and fish and paddle the lagoon.
FAMILY FUN
Visit the area’s kid-friendly attractions.
MUSEUMS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Check out local attractions, events, and museums.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Explore the parks and go on a boat tour.
ACCESSIBILITY
Visit the area’s accessible beaches and attractions.
DINING
Choose from a wide selection of restaurants at Cocoa Village.
SHOPPING
Find plenty of retail therapy at Cocoa Village.
GOLF
The Space Coast is home to more than 20 golf courses.
PLACES TO STAY
Find the perfect place to stay on the Space Coast.
