7 days in Cocoa Beach 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.

You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Sebastian Inlet State Park and Lighthouse Point Park. Bring the kids along to Rikki Tiki Tavern at Cocoa Beach Pier and Spas. Get out of town with these interesting Cocoa Beach side-trips: Fort Pierce (Jetty Park & FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute), Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center (in Stuart) and Round Island Beach Park (in Vero Beach). And it doesn't end there: get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, look for all kinds of wild species at Barrier Island Sanctuary, stroll through Playalinda Beach, and kick back and relax at New Smyrna Town Beach.

To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Cocoa Beach trip planner.

In June, daily temperatures in Cocoa Beach can reach 87°F, while at night they dip to 76°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can travel back home.