From thrill seekers to culture connoisseurs, the Space Coast has something for every type of traveler.
COCOA BEACH, Fla., Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A 2024 survey found that over 60% of travelers say the range and quality of local activities are key when determining their destinations. Those travelers must have had Florida’s Space Coast in mind, where there is never a shortage of things to do, making it an ideal vacation destination for all.
Don’t miss a guided kayak tour through the Brevard Zoo!
Space Enthusiasts: No visit is complete without exploring Kennedy Space Center. The recently opened Gantry at LC-39, located between a wildlife refuge and iconic launch pads, highlights NASA’s symbiotic relationship between nature and technology. Download the Launches App to find launches during your stay.
Adventure Seekers: The Space Coast is the surf capital of the East Coast, but there are plenty of ways to get your thrills. Zip through trees at Cocoa Beach Aerial Adventures or over animals at Brevard Zoo. Or buckle up for an airboat tour to get close to coastal beauty.
Nature and Animal Lovers: Witness bioluminescence, join sea turtle walks, or spot manatees and dolphins. With more stops on Florida’s Birding Trail than anywhere else, the Space Coast is also a haven for birdwatchers and photographers. Don’t miss a guided kayak tour through the Zoo.
Foodies: Enjoy special prix fix menus and deals during the Fall is for Foodies event at restaurants throughout the destination. The Zoo’s Shuck and Share program even turns oyster shells into reef-restoration material.
Art and Culture Connoisseurs: Melbourne is home to the Eau Gallie Arts District with its vibrant murals and the contemporary OUTERSPACE gallery. Take in a show, check out a museum, or stroll through galleries in Titusville, Cocoa Village, and beyond.
For more trip ideas and things to do, check out VisitSpaceCoast.com.
About Florida’s Space Coast
Florida’s Space Coast is a family-friendly destination located 45 minutes east of Orlando. Encompassing Cocoa Beach, Melbourne and The Beaches, Port Canaveral, Titusville, Palm Bay and Viera, it is home to the world’s second-busiest cruise port and 72 miles of beaches (the longest stretch in the state), as well as 190,000 acres of wetlands and waterways full of habitat found nowhere else. Florida’s Space Coast is home to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, where rockets still soar into orbit. For more information, contact the Space Coast Office of Tourism at 877-572-3224 or go to VisitSpaceCoast.com.
SOURCE Florida’s Space Coast Office of Tourism
