Fun Activities in Cocoa Beach, FL
The Ultimate Guide For Fun Things To Do In Cocoa Beach, FL.
We have many other fun filled adventures all over the Cocoa Beach region! We certainly are the place to go for kayak tours, but we have been in this area for many years and know all the other fun spots!
SAIL COCOA BEACH
Join us aboard one of the only 35′ Lagoon Catamarans in the world for a relaxing sailing tour of Port Canaveral, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. Led by an experienced US Coast Guard Certified Captain, we’re the premiere sailing catamaran in the Space Coast. Sit back, relax and enjoy the open ocean as you’re guaranteed a truly unique and memorable experience.
BEACH WEDDINGS BY DAVE AND SHERRI
Beach Weddings By Dave and Sherri is located on Historical Cocoa Beach’s Cottage Row you won’t find a better Elopement Venue. (only 150 steps to the sand and beach access) We recommend that if you are planning a Beach Wedding on Cocoa Beach, you contact them.
ESCAPE COCOA BEACH
Fin Expeditions is the number one rated to do outside in Cocoa Beach, while Escape Cocoa Beach is the top thing to do indoors! Highly thought out escape room center with 4 different fun rooms!
FIN AND FLY FISHING CHARTERS
Hands down the best fishing charter experience in the Cocoa Beach region! We show everybody a good time every time, we know the best fishing spots and will take you there!
AREA BEACHES
A great way to spend one or more of your vacation days is to relax on the beach while listening to the sound of the waves and watching the birds flying overhead. If you look closely, you might even spot a dolphin or two. Cocoa Beach has walkways to the beach at the end of most east-west roads, in addition to many oceanfront public parks. These include Lori Wilson Park, Shepard Park and Fisher Park.
DOWNTOWN COCOA BEACH
A visit to Cocoa Beach would not be complete without a visit to downtown. Plenty of parking is available in the city-owned parking garage. There are many shops, restaurants, and bars to choose from. You can also walk to the end of Minuteman Causeway and be right on the beach.
FLORIDA SURF MUSEUM
The Florida Surf Museum is located right next door to Ron Jon’s Surf Shop. It is dedicated to preserving Florida’s rich surfing heritage through exhibits, research, and preservation. Physical exhibits in the museum are rotated regularly to showcase the people, places and memorabilia that make Florida’s surfing history unique.
TRENT ART GALLERY
Rained out or have some time before or after your tour? Kole Trent is a world class artist and one of the best in the region. He also features a self-guided tour of murals painted around downtown Cocoa Beach. The gallery is located in the heart of downtown Cocoa Beach.
THE DINOSAUR STORE AND MUSEUM
Located on the top two floors of The Dinosaur Store in the heart of Cocoa Beach, the 20,000 Sq. Ft. Museum of Dinosaurs and Ancient Cultures showcases hundreds of authentic artifacts and fossils from around the world. It is an adventure for both kids and adults.
COCOA BEACH PIER
The Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier extends over 800 feet into the Atlantic Ocean. It features many restaurants and shops. Enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants or just sit and have a drink while watching the surf roll in.
COCOA BEACH AERIAL ADVENTURES
This is an adventure for all ages and skill levels. The park offers 7 different trails separated by 3 levels of difficulty and allows participants the choice to challenge only the obstacles they feel comfortable with. Cocoa Beach Aerial Adventures was rated one of the ten best aerial adventure courses in the USA in 2019 and 2020.
GOLF-N-GATOR
Enjoy a relaxing game of mini golf on one of two separate challenging courses. You can also visit the only outdoor alligator habitat in Brevard County. You can feed, hold, and get your picture taken with live alligators!
GOOD BREEZE KITEBOARDING
Take kiteboarding lessons and classes in Cocoa Beach, Florida. Learn with the top kitesurfing instructors in Central Florida. Orlando’s closest kiteboarding school and Shop featuring both equipment sales and instruction. The largest and oldest kite shop in Cocoa Beach and they carry equipment from all the top brands.
LIGHTHOUSE COVE MINI GOLF
Lighthouse Cove features two fun-for-all courses, each with 18 holes. Paradise Falls serves up excitement for the whole family. This winding course has several water features and hills, promising a variety of fun at every hole. For those looking for even more adventure, there’s Lost Lagoon, which covers rolling terrain, caves and more. There is also an ice cream shop on the property.
BEACHSIDE GRAND PRIX
Test your skills at the Beachside Grand Prix racetrack. This exhilarating go-kart experience is designed for fun, speed, and safety for all ages. Zip around the track in eco-friendly, high-performance, electric go-karts. From friendly matches to high-speed competitions, they have everything you need for an amazing time with friends and family.
KEY LIME PIE COMPANY
The décor of this store will remind you of the Caribbean or the Florida Keys. They feature Key Lime Beers, Key Lime Cooler Cookies, Key Lime Candies, Key Lime Candles, Key Lime Chocolates, Key Lime Pretzels, Key Lime Wines and a selection of over 500+ different Hot Sauces, Grilling Sauces and Marinades. There is also fresh locally made “Gator Jerky” and “Python Jerky”.
SAIL COCOA BEACH
Join us aboard one of the only 35′ Lagoon Catamarans in the world for a relaxing sailing tour of Port Canaveral, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. Led by an experienced US Coast Guard Certified Captain, we’re the premiere sailing catamaran in the Space Coast. Sit back, relax and enjoy the open ocean as you’re guaranteed a truly unique and memorable experience.
BEACH WEDDINGS BY DAVE AND SHERRI
Beach Weddings By Dave and Sherri is located on Historical Cocoa Beach’s Cottage Row you won’t find a better Elopement Venue. (only 150 steps to the sand and beach access) We recommend that if you are planning a Beach Wedding on Cocoa Beach, you contact them.
ESCAPE COCOA BEACH
Fin Expeditions is the number one rated to do outside in Cocoa Beach, while Escape Cocoa Beach is the top thing to do indoors! Highly thought out escape room center with 4 different fun rooms!
FIN AND FLY FISHING CHARTERS
Hands down the best fishing charter experience in the Cocoa Beach region! We show everybody a good time every time, we know the best fishing spots and will take you there!
AREA BEACHES
A great way to spend one or more of your vacation days is to relax on the beach while listening to the sound of the waves and watching the birds flying overhead. If you look closely, you might even spot a dolphin or two. Cocoa Beach has walkways to the beach at the end of most east-west roads, in addition to many oceanfront public parks. These include Lori Wilson Park, Shepard Park and Fisher Park.
DOWNTOWN COCOA BEACH
A visit to Cocoa Beach would not be complete without a visit to downtown. Plenty of parking is available in the city-owned parking garage. There are many shops, restaurants, and bars to choose from. You can also walk to the end of Minuteman Causeway and be right on the beach.
FLORIDA SURF MUSEUM
The Florida Surf Museum is located right next door to Ron Jon’s Surf Shop. It is dedicated to preserving Florida’s rich surfing heritage through exhibits, research, and preservation. Physical exhibits in the museum are rotated regularly to showcase the people, places and memorabilia that make Florida’s surfing history unique.
TRENT ART GALLERY
Rained out or have some time before or after your tour? Kole Trent is a world class artist and one of the best in the region. He also features a self-guided tour of murals painted around downtown Cocoa Beach. The gallery is located in the heart of downtown Cocoa Beach.
THE DINOSAUR STORE AND MUSEUM
Located on the top two floors of The Dinosaur Store in the heart of Cocoa Beach, the 20,000 Sq. Ft. Museum of Dinosaurs and Ancient Cultures showcases hundreds of authentic artifacts and fossils from around the world. It is an adventure for both kids and adults.
COCOA BEACH PIER
The Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier extends over 800 feet into the Atlantic Ocean. It features many restaurants and shops. Enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants or just sit and have a drink while watching the surf roll in.
COCOA BEACH AERIAL ADVENTURES
This is an adventure for all ages and skill levels. The park offers 7 different trails separated by 3 levels of difficulty and allows participants the choice to challenge only the obstacles they feel comfortable with. Cocoa Beach Aerial Adventures was rated one of the ten best aerial adventure courses in the USA in 2019 and 2020.
GOLF-N-GATOR
Enjoy a relaxing game of mini golf on one of two separate challenging courses. You can also visit the only outdoor alligator habitat in Brevard County. You can feed, hold, and get your picture taken with live alligators!
GOOD BREEZE KITEBOARDING
Take kiteboarding lessons and classes in Cocoa Beach, Florida. Learn with the top kitesurfing instructors in Central Florida. Orlando’s closest kiteboarding school and Shop featuring both equipment sales and instruction. The largest and oldest kite shop in Cocoa Beach and they carry equipment from all the top brands.
LIGHTHOUSE COVE MINI GOLF
Lighthouse Cove features two fun-for-all courses, each with 18 holes. Paradise Falls serves up excitement for the whole family. This winding course has several water features and hills, promising a variety of fun at every hole. For those looking for even more adventure, there’s Lost Lagoon, which covers rolling terrain, caves and more. There is also an ice cream shop on the property.
BEACHSIDE GRAND PRIX
Test your skills at the Beachside Grand Prix racetrack. This exhilarating go-kart experience is designed for fun, speed, and safety for all ages. Zip around the track in eco-friendly, high-performance, electric go-karts. From friendly matches to high-speed competitions, they have everything you need for an amazing time with friends and family.
KEY LIME PIE COMPANY
The décor of this store will remind you of the Caribbean or the Florida Keys. They feature Key Lime Beers, Key Lime Cooler Cookies, Key Lime Candies, Key Lime Candles, Key Lime Chocolates, Key Lime Pretzels, Key Lime Wines and a selection of over 500+ different Hot Sauces, Grilling Sauces and Marinades. There is also fresh locally made “Gator Jerky” and “Python Jerky”.
FUN ACTIVITIES IN THE SURROUNDING AREA!
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITORS COMPLEX
Located a few miles to the north, at the Kennedy Space Center Visitors Complex, you can get an up-close, hands-on feel for the story of humans in space. Exhibits include everything from dawn of space exploration, the actual space shuttle Atlantis, to current and ongoing missions. This is a great attraction for all ages.
EXPLORATION TOWER
Located at Port Canaveral, this beautiful architectural landmark features seven floors of exhibits and interactive displays that are both fun and educational. From the observation decks, you can get a spectacular panoramic view of Port Canaveral and the surrounding area.
HISTORIC COCOA VILLAGE
Located ten miles west of Cocoa Beach off SR 520, Cocoa Village features many shops and restaurants and is one of the Space Coast’s most popular attractions. It offers a unique shopping and dining experience. It is also one of the few places in Brevard County where you can shop and dine (outdoors) with your pet.
BREVARD ZOO
The Brevard Zoo features lush, open-air habitats that are home to over 900+ animals from around the world! You can also enjoy animal feedings, kayak tours, train rides, aerial adventures and more.