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Located south of the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, along Florida's Space Coast, Cocoa Beach is a friendly beachside city that known for its beautiful beach and excellent surf breaks as well as the gateway to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Cocoa Beach offers a variety of fun attractions and activities, including strolling along the world-famous pier, hiking through several beautiful preserves, visiting the world's largest surf shop, and exploring the Kennedy Space Center.
Don't miss seeing a launch from the center and trying one of the spaceflight simulators at the Kennedy Space Center or visit the historical and nostalgic riverside community of Cocoa Village of Cocoa Beach, which features an array of artist studios, galleries, restaurants, and shops.
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