Port Canaveral Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Port Canaveral

Popular places to visit

Kennedy Space Center

Kennedy Space Center

5/5(1 review)

Visit the NASA headquarters and maybe arrive in time to witness a shuttle launch as it twists itself free from the earth’s gravity into outer space.

Kennedy Space Center
Playa Linda Beach

Playa Linda Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Playa Linda Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cape Canaveral. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.

Playa Linda Beach
Cape Canaveral Lighthouse

Cape Canaveral Lighthouse

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Cape Canaveral with a stop at Cape Canaveral Lighthouse. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

Cape Canaveral Lighthouse

Victory Casino Cruises

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Victory Casino Cruises during your travels in Cape Canaveral? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Victory Casino Cruises

Jetty Park

After visiting Jetty Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cape Canaveral. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the surfing spots.

Jetty Park

Exploration Tower

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Exploration Tower in Cape Canaveral. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.

Exploration Tower

Activities

Explore the Wonderful World of the Oz Books in a way that you have never seen before...

Wizard of OZ Museum tour

AU$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wizard of OZ Museum tour
Port Canaveral Food Tours

Port Canaveral Food Tours

AU$193
per adult
Port Canaveral Food Tours
Cape Canaveral Inshore Fishing Trip

Cape Canaveral Inshore Fishing Charter

AU$1,102
per traveller
Cape Canaveral Inshore Fishing Charter
Go City: Orlando All-Inclusive Pass with Kennedy Space Center

Go City: Orlando All-Inclusive Pass with Kennedy Space Center

AU$337
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Go City: Orlando All-Inclusive Pass with Kennedy Space Center
Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach

Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach

AU$85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach
Feeling weightless in a kayak while watching the sunset over the Thousand Islands Conservation Area on a kayak tour with Fin Expeditions.

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

AU$97
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sunset Tour Mangrove, Dolphins, Manatee #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach
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Our pick of the best Port Canaveral Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral by IHG
2.5 out of 5
995 Shorewood Drive, Cape Canaveral, FL
The price is AU$265 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$265
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Canaveral. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,052 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean. Great for stays before/after cruise. Good variety for breakfast. Very attentive and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral by IHG
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Cape Canaveral Beach Resort by IHG
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Cape Canaveral Beach Resort by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1000 Shorewood Drive, Cape Canaveral, FL
The price is AU$359 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$359
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Cape Canaveral. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (917 reviews)
"Overall, great stay!"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Cape Canaveral Beach Resort by IHG
Radisson Resort at the Port
Radisson Resort at the Port
3 out of 5
8701 Astronaut Blvd, Cape Canaveral, FL
The price is AU$218 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$218
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly resort in Cape Canaveral. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,149 reviews)
"Staff is very friendly. Facility is clean, however, the pool area was a bit of a mess—cups and towels on the ground, no attendant to pick up or refresh the towel stand. Area is nice and has plenty of restaurant options within walking distance."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Radisson Resort at the Port
Beachside Hotel & Suites
Beachside Hotel & Suites
3.5 out of 5
3901 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Cocoa Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,402 reviews)
"Being so close to the ocean was perfect. The duck dive bar had great drinks and awesome food for the pool days."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

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Beachside Hotel & Suites
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral
3 out of 5
1275 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL
The price is AU$173 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$173
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cocoa Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,939 reviews)
"Was able to check in two hours early! My family and I really appreciated that since we had been traveling all day!"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral
Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
3.5 out of 5
1550 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL
The price is AU$307 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$307
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Cocoa Beach. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a beach locale, and 2 beach bars. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,260 reviews)
"I love the tiki bar atmosphere and the access to the beach. I have staff 4 stars due to 1 member of the staff that was cranky both times we had to interact with her. She was wearing a mask so that would explain it."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
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Other neighbourhoods around Port Canaveral

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Harbor Heights

When in Harbor Heights, you can plan a visit to Victory Casino Cruises and Peacock Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Harbor Heights
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Ocean Woods

Though Ocean Woods may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Victory Casino Cruises and Peacock Beach.

Ocean Woods
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Villages of Seaport

While there might not be top attractions in Villages of Seaport, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Victory Casino Cruises and Peacock Beach.

Villages of Seaport
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Cape Caneveral Beach Gardens

When in Cape Caneveral Beach Gardens, you can plan a visit to Victory Casino Cruises and Cherie Down Park Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cape Caneveral Beach Gardens
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Columbiad Plaza

While Columbiad Plaza isn't home to many top sights, The Wizard of Oz Museum and Cherie Down Park Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Columbiad Plaza
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Key Shore

Though Key Shore may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Victory Casino Cruises and Cherie Down Park Beach.

Key Shore

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