Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Cocoa Beach

We've collected top 10 mentioned kid friendly attractions in Cocoa Beach from other articles such as LemonHearted, tripbuzz.com, Tripadvisor's Top Things to Do.

Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Cocoa Beach

Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier
Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier
4.2 (2959 ratings)4 (3841 ratings)
Restored 800-foot pier & surfing & fishing hub with restaurants, bars & boutiques, built in 1962.
401 Meade Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, USA
Sights & LandmarksBar & grillBeach entertainment shopBoutiqueFish & chips restaurantFishing pierGift shopRecreation centerSeafood restaurantSurf shopPiers & Boardwalks
Mentioned by Florida Trippers
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"It is the perfect spot to visit for one of the best happy hours with amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean. This is a great choice for those looking to have a quick meal or enjoy the view. With amazing drinks, a waterfront view, and a relaxing vibe."
Mentioned by Fin Expeditions
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"The Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier extends over 800 feet into the Atlantic Ocean. It features many restaurants and shops. Enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants or just sit and have a drink while watching the surf roll in."
Lori Wilson Park
Lori Wilson Park
4.5 (3451 ratings)4.5 (858 ratings)
Scenic coastline park featuring beach access, pavilions, grills, dunes, a boardwalk & bird-watching
1500 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, USA
ParkNature & ParksPublic beach
Mentioned by AMG Realty
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"Lori Wilson Park is one of the main native forest parks in Cocoa Beach. It also has coastal dunes by the sea and is located in the heart of the city. Open daily to the public, this park is very pleasant and inviting for hiking, hiking or just enjoying nature on the way to the beach."
Shepard Park
Shepard Park
4.4 (1009 ratings)4 (67 ratings)
A 5-acre oceanfront park offering picnic areas, shower facilities & a view of space launches.
299 E Cocoa Beach Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, USA
ParkOutdoor ActivitiesBeachesState Parks
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
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"299 East Cocoa Beach CswyCocoa Beach, FL 32931(321) 868-3258. Alan Shepard Park, encompassing about five acres, is a family-friendly beachfront park. It is one of the most popular attractions in Cocoa Beach, welcoming hundreds of thousands of beachgoers annually."
Rikki Tiki Tavern
Rikki Tiki Tavern
4.2 (375 ratings)4.5 (304 ratings)
Laid-back cocktail lounge perched on a pier in the ocean offering full bar, tropical drinks & views.
401 Meade Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, USA
BarSights & LandmarksFishing pierRestaurantSeafood restaurantPiers & BoardwalksPoints of Interest & LandmarksLookouts
The Fat Donkey Ice Cream and Fine Desserts
The Fat Donkey Ice Cream and Fine Desserts
4.6 (918 ratings)
Funky window-serve ice cream shop for scoops & soft-serve with toppings, plus decadent dessert jars.
247 Minutemen Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, USA
Ice cream shopBakeryCandy storeDessert restaurantDessert shopFrozen yogurt shop
Mentioned by stayincocoabeach.com
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"A local favorite, The Fat Donkey is a walk up window in downtown Cocoa Beach with cute murals and bench seating outside to enjoy your treat. They offer a ton of flavor options for scoop, as well as soft serve with various toppings, and some other treats like ice cream sandwiches (we recommend the churro!) A great spot to grab a cone and wander around the area."
Mentioned by VisitSpaceCoast.com
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"After a day at the beach, you will love stopping by The Fat Donkey. The menu offers a variety of dairy and non-dairy treats with popular flavors like Butterscotch Bomb, Calypso Crunch, Mai Kai and Coconut Pineapple. Or try a Zonkey – soft serve ice cream layered with sorbet or Italian ice."
Mentioned by VisitSpaceCoast.com
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"If you’re looking for a place to just grab dessert with the family, then The Fat Donkey is a spot for you. From ice cream and sorbets to baked treats and root beer floats, you won’t lack in anything sweet here. They even have vegan and gluten-free options."
Chain of Lakes Park
Chain of Lakes Park
4.7 (659 ratings)4.5 (35 ratings)
Lakefront area with 5 softball diamonds, 2 soccer fields & 3 mi. of trails, plus picnic pavilions.
2300 Truman Scarborough Way, Titusville, FL 32796, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Travel the South Bloggers
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"Chain of Lakes is another popular Titusville park that spans 92 acres. There are multiple lakes and wetlands connected by bridges and a 3-mile walking trail. There are also multiple softball and soccer fields, but what separates this park from the other Titusville parks is its observation tower."
Cocoa Beach
Cocoa Beach
4.5 (3392 ratings)
Cocoa Beach is a Florida city south of Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. It’s a gateway to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, which has rockets and iconic artifacts. The city is known for its beach and surf breaks. Inside a surf shop, the Florida Surf Museum traces the sport’s local history. Nearby Cocoa Beach Pier has eateries and shops. The maritime forest at oceanfront Lori Wilson Park attracts birdlife.
Florida 32931, USA
Outdoor ActivitiesBeaches
Twistee Treat
Twistee Treat
4.4 (673 ratings)
Dessert chain serving soft serve ice cream, malts & more from a stand shaped like an ice cream cone.
11933 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32826, USA
Ice cream shopDessert restaurantDessert shop
Wickham Park
Wickham Park
4.6 (3590 ratings)4.5 (143 ratings)
A 391-acre preserve offering recreational options from a campground to trails to a community center.
2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL 32935, USA
ParkNature & ParksCampgroundDisc golf courseDog parkOutdoor equestrian facilityPlayground
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
4.8 (241 ratings)4.5 (852 ratings)
Hiking, fishing & hunting in a sprawling preserve with a wide variety of habitats, animals & plants.
1987 Scrub Jay Way #32782, Titusville, FL, USA
Wildlife refugeNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
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"This unspoiled 140,000-acre refuge is one of the country's best birding spots, especially from October to May (early morning and after 4pm). More endangered and threatened species of wildlife inhabit the swamps, marshes and hardwood hammocks here than at any other site in the continental US. The best viewing is on Black Point Wildlife Drive."
Mentioned by Florida 14 days itinerary
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"About an hour south of Daytona, via a scenic drive along State Road A1A, is Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. The natural surroundings here still look pretty much the same today as they did millennia ago. Explore the beautiful beaches, take a hike on the trails, or fish along Mosquito Lagoon."

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Cocoa Beach

Cafe Surfinista
Cafe Surfinista
4.7 (369 ratings)
This veggie-friendly nook with adjoining surf shop serves breakfast & lunch plus coffee & smoothies.
86 N Orlando Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, USA
CafeCoffee shopVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Vacation Rentals - Beach Houses, Condos, Cabins, Apartments & Vacation Homes | Tripping.com
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"Take your little foodie to Cafe Surfinista for some good-for-you fuel to keep your energy up during a day of fun. This cozy cafe is decorated with eclectic art that kids love to look at while enjoying their food. The menu is complete with smoothies, fresh-pressed juices, organic salads, and sandwiches."
Mentioned by VisitSpaceCoast.com
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"Not only is The Surfinista a surf shop and art gallery, but it’s also a café. Specializing in organic acai and pitaya bowls, its menu also includes fresh organic juices and light lunch options."
Pita Paradise
Pita Paradise
4.6 (796 ratings)
Informal Mediterranean eatery with a serene, wood-lined interior & handful of outdoor tables.
225 W Cocoa Beach Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, USA
Lebanese restaurantMediterranean restaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Things To Do
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"225 W Cocoa Beach Cswy, White Rose Plaza, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931-3538Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit CardsLebanese, Mediterranean, Turkish, Greek, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free OptionsLunch, Dinner+1 321-784-4874"
Taco Bell
Taco Bell
3.8 (1057 ratings)
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.
2004 S Washington Ave, Titusville, FL 32780, USA
Fast food restaurantBreakfast restaurantBurrito restaurantLunch restaurantTakeout RestaurantMexican restaurantRestaurantTaco restaurantTex-Mex restaurantVegetarian restaurant

Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Cocoa Beach

Breakfast Station
Breakfast Station
4.5 (248 ratings)
4100 N Wickham Rd STE 123, Melbourne, FL 32935, USA
Breakfast restaurant
Mulberry Lane Cafe
Mulberry Lane Cafe
4.7 (491 ratings)
3440 N Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32935, USA
Breakfast restaurantBakery
Barrier Jacks
Barrier Jacks
4.6 (1029 ratings)
Pirate-themed diner offering breakfast, Tex-Mex dishes & burgers in unfussy digs with a patio.
410 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, USA
American restaurantBreakfast restaurant
Mentioned by HotelCoupons.com Blog
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"Grab breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Barrier Jacks, a Cocoa Beach fixture for more than a decade now. Whether you’re in the mood for a seafood basket, a burger, or a quesadilla, you’re sure to find something appealing here."

Best Nightlife in Cocoa Beach

Pelican's Bar & Grill
Pelican's Bar & Grill
3.5 (486 ratings)
Convivial tavern on the pier offering seafood, burgers & a full bar, plus seaside outdoor tables.
401 Meade Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantBarBar & grillRestaurant
Mentioned by Have Diapers, Will Travel
The best things to do in Cocoa Beach with kids
"On our first night in Cocoa Beach we ate at Pelican’s Bar and Grill on Cocoa Beach Pier, which ended up being our favorite restaurant of the whole trip. The restaurant is located about halfway along the pier and with huge glass windows looking out over the ocean, it’s a fantastic place to watch the surfers, look out for passing boats, and even spot a dolphin or two if you’re lucky!. It also makes for the perfect place to watch the sunset!"
Mentioned by VisitSpaceCoast.com
Top Dining Cocoa Beach
"One of the many options available at the Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier, this casual Oceanside bar and grill serves up fresh seafood, famous clam chowder, and decadent desserts in a setting that overlooks the ocean. It’s the quintessential Cocoa Beach Dining experience!"
Sage Bistro
Sage Bistro
4.6 (409 ratings)
Global surf 'n' turf fare from lobster pot pie to Wiener schnitzel in polished surrounds.
6615 N Atlantic Ave, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920, USA
Seafood restaurantBarNew American restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"Experience Scratch Kitchen Fine Dining at Sage Bistro, Cape Canaveral, Florida. Sage features an array of Seafood Appetizers, Homemade Soups, Salads and Seafood, Steak, Veal, Chicken, Pork, Pasta Entrées, and Authentic German Cuisine.Complement your dining experience with a selection of fine...See More"
Captain Katanna's Dockside Restaurant
Captain Katanna's Dockside Restaurant
4 (509 ratings)
Waterside eatery & open-air tiki bar serving casual American food like pasta, seafood & sandwiches.
4263 US-1, Melbourne, FL 32935, USA
Seafood restaurantBar

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