What to do in Cape Canaveral, FL

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Cape Canaveral Attractions

It's not surprising that so many vacationers visit Cape Canaveral every year. This captivating city is packed with awesome things to do. Whether you enjoy sightseeing or attempting more exhilarating activities, you'll never have a boring moment here.

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What to do in Cape Canaveral

Free Things to Do in Cape Canaveral

They say the best things in life are free. Be sure to explore the following around Cape Canaveral:

Playa Linda Beach - Practice skipping stones, watch the sun go down or just revel in the views from the shore.

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Find your green thumb and enjoy admiring the diverse range of plants on display.

Things to Do in Cape Canaveral with Kids

There's fun for the whole family wherever you wander in Cape Canaveral. Here are some family friendly experiences you can do together that are certain to make your escape a blast:

 

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Popular places to visit in Cape Canaveral

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Port Canaveral

Explore the waterfront of Port Canaveral and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Cape Canaveral. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its local chocolate shops.

Port Canaveral
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Kennedy Space Center

Visit the space launch headquarters of NASA and you may see a rocket catapulted into the stratosphere.

Kennedy Space Center
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Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

Explore the great outdoors at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Cape Canaveral. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its local chocolate shops.

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

Explore areas of Cape Canaveral

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Cape Caneveral Beach Gardens

While Cape Caneveral Beach Gardens isn't home to many top sights, Cocoa Beach Pier and Cocoa Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cape Caneveral Beach Gardens
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Banana River Estates

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While there might not be top attractions in Banana River Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cocoa Beach Pier and Cocoa Beach.

Banana River Estates
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Harbor Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Harbor Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cocoa Beach and Victory Casino Cruises.

Harbor Heights
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Ocean Woods

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ocean Woods and surrounding area, you can visit Cocoa Beach and Victory Casino Cruises.

Ocean Woods
Chandler Park, Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States of America

Chandler Park

If you're spending some time in Chandler Park, Cherie Down Park and Peacock Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Chandler Park
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Columbiad Plaza

When in Columbiad Plaza, you can plan a visit to Cocoa Beach Pier and Cocoa Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Columbiad Plaza
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Day trip destinations from Cape Canaveral

Cocoa Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Cocoa Beach

Space Coast featuring a beach as well as a family

Merritt Island

New Smyrna Beach

New Smyrna Beach

Titusville showing general coastal views

Titusville