Cocoa Beach, Florida

Lori Wilson Park

Lori Wilson Park offers more than 30 acres of beach and natural landscape in Cocoa Beach. Here you can enjoy added amenities like outdoor showers, clean restrooms, picnic areas and more – all without entrance or parking fees.

Cocoa Beach Pier

Restaurants, music, entertainment and beach activities, the pier is the perfect place to experience the fun and excitement that makes Cocoa Beach a great tourist destination.

Ron Jon Surf Shop

You don’t have to buy anything to enjoy a visit to Ron Jon Surf Shop in Cocoa Beach. It’s the popular store’s biggest location, featuring beach-themed décor and much more.

Manatee Sanctuary Park

This park on the Banana River is a great place to view wild manatees. You’ll also find public picnic tables, grills, a pavilion and more.

Astronaut Memorial Observatory

You’ll have to pay to enter the planetarium, but the observatory, science exhibits and art gallery at the Brevard Community College Planetarium are free to the public.

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

Most areas of Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge are free to explore. This park is ideal for hiking, spotting wildlife and enjoying Florida’s native plants. However, if you want to go on Black Point Wildlife Drive, you’ll pay a fee-per-car (we hear it’s worth it).

Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge

Spanning 20 miles along the coast, this wildlife refuge is a great place to enjoy pristine and quiet beaches, walking trails, and sea turtle exhibits.

The Dinosaur Store

The store itself is like a museum (although a museum is rumored to be opening soon) for dinosaur-lovers of all ages. This is a great place to stop on a rainy day.