Destination: Port Canaveral, Florida
Rockets, beaches, and cruise ships are everywhere around Port Canaveral. This iconic Florida port is the gateway to lots of international Caribbean Cruises. While your stop at this port is probably quick, there are several spots you need to visit before hopping on your cruise ship. We've put together the best places to sightsee, shop, and relax watching a Space Coast sunset.
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Things to do in Port Canaveral
PLACES YOU CAN'T MISS
The Exploration Tower in Port Canaveral is one of the most iconic landmarks around. This 7-story building has amazing views of the port and lots of educative exhibits. Another must while in Port Canaveral is the Kennedy Space Center, in here you'll witness NASA's heroes and legends in the iconic U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame. That's not it, there is so much to see and experience in the Kennedy Space Center: The Hubble Space Telescope Theater, astronaut training simulators, a shuttle launch experience, and the amazing Rocket Garden where you can walk next to NASA's giant rockets - Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo. If you're into automobiles, there's a couple of places you can go in Port Canaveral. The Parker Brothers Concept Facility showcases custom-built vehicles you can witness. You can also visit the Hollywood Auto Museum, where you'll meet the Batmobile, Optimus Prime, and Ecto-1. If you're looking to do some shopping, head to Cocoa Village, where the best local restaurants, coffee shops, and bakeries are situated. Lastly, sit by the Cocoa Beach Pier to grab a beer and a delicious bite, and watch the Space Coast sunset over the Atlantic; this is perfect for relaxing after a busy day.
BEACHES
While your stay at Port Canaveral, visit Jetty Park; this beach has great amenities you can enjoy. If you're looking for a more low-key experience, visit Cheri Down Beach. Bring some snacks and set up a picnic right at the beach, just make sure you get there early to grab a good free parking spot.
The Exploration Tower in Port Canaveral is one of the most iconic landmarks around. This 7-story building has amazing views of the port and lots of educative exhibits. Another must while in Port Canaveral is the Kennedy Space Center, in here you'll witness NASA's heroes and legends in the iconic U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame. That's not it, there is so much to see and experience in the Kennedy Space Center: The Hubble Space Telescope Theater, astronaut training simulators, a shuttle launch experience, and the amazing Rocket Garden where you can walk next to NASA's giant rockets - Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo. If you're into automobiles, there's a couple of places you can go in Port Canaveral. The Parker Brothers Concept Facility showcases custom-built vehicles you can witness. You can also visit the Hollywood Auto Museum, where you'll meet the Batmobile, Optimus Prime, and Ecto-1. If you're looking to do some shopping, head to Cocoa Village, where the best local restaurants, coffee shops, and bakeries are situated. Lastly, sit by the Cocoa Beach Pier to grab a beer and a delicious bite, and watch the Space Coast sunset over the Atlantic; this is perfect for relaxing after a busy day.
BEACHES
While your stay at Port Canaveral, visit Jetty Park; this beach has great amenities you can enjoy. If you're looking for a more low-key experience, visit Cheri Down Beach. Bring some snacks and set up a picnic right at the beach, just make sure you get there early to grab a good free parking spot.
Get to Know Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral is one of the most relevant and influential ports in the U.S. East coast. It's location right on Florida's East coast, makes it a primary location for cargo, cruise, and naval traffic. The port receives over 4.5 million passengers and 6 million tons of bulk cargo annually. In addition, the port has played a major role in supporting the NASA and is home to the US Naval Facility Port Canaveral.
The port was dredged around 1951 and it was dedicated in 1953. Former speaker of the Florida House of Representatives, Noah Butt, became Port Canaveral's first Chairman. While George King was hired as the first port manager. Soon as it opened, the port started receiving commercial shipping, while commercial fishing had already taken place. In 1964, cruise traffic begun, and kept growing consistently throughout the years.
Port Canaveral is key to the U.S. economy as it is a primary trading spot; it receives containers, salt, lumber, petroleum, aggregate, cars/trucks, and heavy equipment. It is also key to fresh citrus exportation and the port's infrastructure well-supports the storage of fresh citrus juice.
On the other hand, Port Canaveral has also played an important role in the NASA's projects. Segments of the Saturn V rocket, as well as the more recent Space Shuttle, have transited through the port and lock. The Kennedy Space Center resides on the port and it is a major touristic attraction.
Tourism exploits the advantageous location of the port and its 5 cruise terminals. In 2009-2011, Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas, Carnival's own Carnival Dream, and Disney's Dream cruise ships were home-ported in Port Canaveral. Today, Port Canaveral is known for receiving some of the most renowned international cruise ships.
The port was dredged around 1951 and it was dedicated in 1953. Former speaker of the Florida House of Representatives, Noah Butt, became Port Canaveral's first Chairman. While George King was hired as the first port manager. Soon as it opened, the port started receiving commercial shipping, while commercial fishing had already taken place. In 1964, cruise traffic begun, and kept growing consistently throughout the years.
Port Canaveral is key to the U.S. economy as it is a primary trading spot; it receives containers, salt, lumber, petroleum, aggregate, cars/trucks, and heavy equipment. It is also key to fresh citrus exportation and the port's infrastructure well-supports the storage of fresh citrus juice.
On the other hand, Port Canaveral has also played an important role in the NASA's projects. Segments of the Saturn V rocket, as well as the more recent Space Shuttle, have transited through the port and lock. The Kennedy Space Center resides on the port and it is a major touristic attraction.
Tourism exploits the advantageous location of the port and its 5 cruise terminals. In 2009-2011, Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas, Carnival's own Carnival Dream, and Disney's Dream cruise ships were home-ported in Port Canaveral. Today, Port Canaveral is known for receiving some of the most renowned international cruise ships.