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.
Brevard Museum of History and Natural Science
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Brevard Museum of History and Natural Science during your travels in Cocoa. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
Florida Historical Society Headquarters
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Florida Historical Society Headquarters in Cocoa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.
Things to do
Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour
Cape Canaveral: Wizard of Oz Museum Entry Ticket
Cocoa Beach/Merritt Island:Bioluminescent kayak tour
Cocoa Beach Dolphin and Wildlife Eco Activity
Kayak Tours and Rentals. Dolphins, Manatees, and Bioluminescence!
Top hotels in Highland Park
Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral
"So convenient and even when arriving early the staff is always helpful to get us in our room as soon as possible, great food and service. Thank you!!!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Radisson Resort at the Port
"Stayed here for a cruise. Definitely recommend this hotel! Very clean, rooms were great. Pool was nice. Staff was great. Just a Few minutes away from our Port. I believe they offer shuttles, but we didn't take them."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral
"A decent hotel for overnight stay. Beds are comfortable, linens are good, AC worked very well in my room as well. The location is a bit further from the cruise and Kennedy Space Center for my personal liking. The breakfast is minimal but satisfactory because of the waffle maker. The grounds are maintained ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Canaveral, FL
"Clean room, nice pool area, and very helpful staff"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hyatt Place Cape Canaveral
"Stayed at the Hyatt Place Port Canaveral and had a great experience. The hotel was clearly very new and well kept. Even though it was busy, the staff was friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The location was ideal for getting to the cruise terminal early in the morning, which made embarkation ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
"Room was nice. Bed was awesome and a big king! Our room had a toilet that kept running. They came right up and fixed it, but after first flush it started again. A/C wasn't really as cold as needed. Other than that, stay was great"
Reviewed on 22 May 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 Enchanted Forest Sanctuary.
