Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Cocoa Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cocoa Beach

With a population of 11,231, Cocoa Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Cocoa Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Cocoa Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Fat Snook (2464 S. Atlantic Avenue) and Flavour Kitchen & Wine Bar (15 N Orlando Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Cocoa Beach

Cocoa Beach in June
Estimated package price
$129
2 travelers
Flight to Cocoa Beach
3 nights at hotel
Cocoa Beach in June
Estimated package price
$129
2 travelers
Flight to Cocoa Beach
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cocoa Beach in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 53.6 °F, with an average temperature of 60.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 6.7″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Cocoa Beach, with an average rainfall of 2″.

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How to Get to Cocoa Beach

Plane

Although Cocoa Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne (MLB), which is located 15 miles from Cocoa Beach. The shortest domestic flight to Cocoa Beach departs from Pensacola and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Cocoa Beach, followed by Train. The train journey from Cocoa Beach to Fort Lauderdale takes 4h 37m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Miami, expect to pay about $38 for a 5h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Cocoa Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 49 miles from Cocoa Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Advantage, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Cocoa Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne (MLB), which is located 15 miles from Cocoa Beach. The shortest domestic flight to Cocoa Beach departs from Pensacola and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Cocoa Beach, followed by Train. The train journey from Cocoa Beach to Fort Lauderdale takes 4h 37m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Miami, expect to pay about $38 for a 5h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Cocoa Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 49 miles from Cocoa Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Advantage, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Cocoa Beach

MLBMelbourne
DABDaytona Beach
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Cocoa Beach

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,905 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,869 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,402 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,176 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,561 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,196 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,268 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cocoa Beach

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cocoa Beach By IHG and Cocoa Beach Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cocoa Beach

Most booked hotels in Cocoa Beach

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Cape Canaveral-Cocoa Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 610 reviews)
$166+
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Hyatt Place Cape Canaveral
3 stars
Excellent (9, 168 reviews)
$161+
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Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral by IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 812 reviews)
$142+
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Hilton Garden Inn Cape Canaveral near Cocoa Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9, 70 reviews)
$146+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Port Canaveral
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3030 reviews)
$139+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2038 reviews)
$180+
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Renting a car in Cocoa Beach

Renting a car in Cocoa Beach costs $47 per day, on average, or $95 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Cocoa Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. The most frequently booked car type in Cocoa Beach is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cocoa Beach costs $47 per day, on average, or $95 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Cocoa Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. The most frequently booked car type in Cocoa Beach is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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