3 days in Brevard County Itinerary

Situated in one of Florida's busiest vacation areas, Cocoa Beach burst onto the world scene in the 1960s, when it became a popular setting for parades honoring the nation's "Apollo" astronauts.

Start off your visit on the 1st (Fri): surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, get to know the resident critters at Brevard Zoo, and then walk around Canaveral National Seashore. On the 2nd (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: walk around Lori Wilson Park, then try to win big at Victory Casino Cruises, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Cocoa Beach.

For where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Cocoa Beach travel itinerary planner.

Orlando to Cocoa Beach is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of shuttle and bus; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Cocoa Beach can reach 75°F, while at night they dip to 61°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can drive to Merritt Island.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Sun): see what you can catch with a fishing tour, then engage your brain at Space Shuttle Atlantis, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge.

For other places to visit, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Merritt Island trip builder.

Merritt Island is just a stone's throw from Cocoa Beach. In March in Merritt Island, expect temperatures between 75°F during the day and 61°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can drive back home.