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.
Parrish Healthcare Center
If Parrish Healthcare Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Cocoa.
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
Kennedy Space Center Admission
Kennedy Space Center Tour with Transportation from Orlando Region
Cape Canaveral: Wizard of Oz Museum Entry Ticket
Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour
Kayak Tours and Rentals. Dolphins, Manatees, and Bioluminescence!
Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach
Top hotels in Highland Park
Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral
Average hotel.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Radisson Resort at the Port
Perfect hotel for one night at the cruise port
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
Great location for the air show! Love the Tiki envoronment. Very few restruants within walking distance. Brunch was ok. But the cooked-fresh menu was SO much better. 2 specific items of note: * You pay for the Gelato before getting it. A VERY simple sign above the gelato would save a LOT of aggrevation. ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral
This hotel is convenient enough to the beach, but overall in pretty marginal condition. There was nothing drastically wrong, just lots of little things that made the stay less enjoyable like stained bedsheets, tiny bathroom/shower, and way too small a breakfast area for the number of people trying ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Canaveral, FL
Ok
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Melbourne Viera
Parking was easy. Front desk was very friendly. Cleanliness was kinda on the poor side.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 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 Florida Historical Society Headquarters and Cocoa Village Playhouse.
Cocoa West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cocoa West and surrounding area, you can visit Space Coast Iceplex and Launch Pad Sports Complex.
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 United States Astronaut Hall of Fame.
