Cocoa Beach

Cocoa Beach's proximity to Orlando and world-renowned waves make it a popular beach retreat for both families and surfers. This Space Coast locale features four parks with beach access, including Alan Shepard Park and Sidney Fischer Park (both with picnic facilities and showers). But the city's most frequented beach is its stretch of sand by the Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier. Here, visitors can catch a wave or watch experts compete in annual surfing competitions. For a surfing keepsake, stop by Cocoa Beach's Ron Jon Surf Shop, the world's largest surf shop.