7-story observation deck & attraction in Port Canaveral. $5 admission, generally $15 for launch viewing. Check prices/availability in advance if this is your plan, as sometimes the tower is reserved for private parties. NOTE: Tripods are NOT PERMITTED for launch viewing from Exploration Tower.
Category: Cape/Port Canaveral
Located on the barrier island south of Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Cape Canaveral offers spectacular beaches as well as close access to Port Canaveral.
Jetty Park
★ 9035 Campground Circle
★ Cape Canaveral FL 32920
★ +1 (321) 783-7111
Often used by photographers for snapshots of incoming booster-laden barges. Open 5 am – 11 pm. Restrooms & concessions available 7 am – 7 pm. Parking $15.
Cherie Down Park
★ 8330 Ridgewood Ave
★ Cape Canaveral FL 32920
Suggested by JohnEric.
Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill
Good food, good drinks, sometimes live guitar music on the upstairs deck, and a great place to watch booster-laden barges sailing into the Port. Highly recommended by Wayward.
Thai Thai III Restaurant & Sushi
★ 8660 Astronaut Blvd #108
★ Cape Canaveral FL 32920
★ +1 (321) 784-1561
Sushi, Thai & Japanese food. A bit on the higher end, price-wise, but delicious! Recommended by Wayward.
Zarrella’s
Recommended by Julia: “Italian and wood-fired pizza. Soooo yumm!
Radisson Resort at the Port
★ 8701 Astronaut Blvd
★ Cape Canaveral FL 32920
★ +1 (321) 784-0000
Resort-style hotel with fantastic outdoor pool and hot tub, pool-side bar, large comfortable rooms and friendly, helpful staff. Wayward‘s hotel of choice.
Residence Inn by Marriott Cape Canaveral Cocoa Beach
★ 8959 Astronaut Blvd
★ Cape Canaveral FL 32920
★ +1 (321) 323-1100
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Canaveral
★ 9009 Astronaut Blvd
★ Cape Canaveral FL 32920
★ +1 (321) 784-8500
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Cape Canaveral Beach Resort
★ 1000 Shorewood Dr
★ Cape Canaveral FL 32920
★ +1 (321) 799-4900
Recommended by JohnEric.