Highland Park Travel Guide
Cocoa



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Popular places to visit

Riverfront Park
After visiting Riverfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cocoa. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

Taylor Park
Taylor Park is just one of the places to see in Cocoa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Cocoa Village Playhouse
You can make plans for a show at Cocoa Village Playhouse during your trip to Cocoa. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Launch Pad Sports Complex
Explore the lovely green spaces of Launch Pad Sports Complex and enjoy the surfing in Cocoa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Florida Historical Society Headquarters
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Florida Historical Society Headquarters in Cocoa. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.
Parrish Healthcare Center
If Parrish Healthcare Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Cocoa.
Things to do

Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour

Cape Canaveral: Wizard of Oz Museum Entry Ticket

Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach

Cocoa Beach Aerial Adventures ticket

Sunset Tour Mangrove, Dolphins, Manatee #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach

Clear Kayak Bioluminescence Tour - Cocoa Beach
Top hotels in Highland Park

Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral
There was a cockroach in the room and we
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Radisson Resort at the Port
Highly recommended, the staff and the amenities were amazing.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral
The place was OK. The bed and pillows were not comfortable, and it was too noisy. We heard people above us all night, cars doors coding all night, and people talking most of the night.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
Stayed 4 nights. Clean rooms, sun deck was nice, live music near the bar. Beach access with chairs and umbrellas. Pool might be considered small for hotel size. Could see the rockets launch for hotel beach which was really cool.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Melbourne Viera
Older property, great staff and clean
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Canaveral, FL
Hotel needs a bit of refurbishing.. Starting to look worn.. carpet in room was extremely moldy and had to change to a second room because of a bad smell. Second room was better but still looked worn..
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Park

Cocoa Village
Cocoa Village is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cocoa Village Playhouse and Florida Historical Society Headquarters.

Cocoa West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cocoa West and surrounding area, you can visit Cocoa Village Playhouse and Space Coast Iceplex.

Sharpes
When in Sharpes, you can plan a visit to Black Point Wildlife Drive and Brevard Museum of History and Natural Science, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Poinsett Shores
While there might not be top attractions in Poinsett Shores, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Launch Pad Sports Complex and Bernard Simpkins Fine Arts Center.

Royal Palms
Though Royal Palms may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Brevard Museum of History and Natural Science and Bernard Simpkins Fine Arts Center.

Port Saint John
Though Port Saint John may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum and American Police Hall of Fame and Museum.

