From surfing and sunrise beach walks to pub
crawls and putt-putt courses, the Space Coast offers tons of
under-the-radar activities for tourists seeking a local
vibe.
BREVARD
COUNTY, Fla., Aug. 15,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With access to
once-in-a-lifetime experiences like bioluminescence, rocket
launches, and the Kennedy Space
Center, it's no wonder people come from all over the world
to vacation along Florida's Space
Coast. But for a destination that's known for its
adrenaline-pumping activities, the Space Coast is a surprisingly
chill place to visit. While here, tourists who want to "travel like
a local" will find endless things to do, see and eat — you just
have to know where to look.
"We invite guests to experience the Space
Coast the way that locals do and lean into our relaxed
culture."
"Florida's Space Coast is known
for being a lowkey, no-fuss travel destination, especially for
families looking to take a break from busy theme parks,
activity-packed cruises and jam-packed itineraries," said
Peter Cranis, Executive Director of
the Space Coast Office of Tourism (VisitSpaceCoast.com). "We invite
guests to experience the Space Coast the way that locals do and
lean into our relaxed culture."
Here are seven fun ways to experience the Space Coast like a
local:
- Take a Surfing Lesson. Surfing isn't just an activity on
the Space Coast, it's a way of life. The Surf Capital of the East
Coast is home to Kelly Slater, 2024
Olympic Gold Medalist Caroline Marks
and scores of other pro and amateur surfers. Learn how to get up on
a board and experience the thrill of a lifetime at any number of
Space Coast surf schools.
- Enjoy a Sunrise Beach Walk. Locals know to expect
pop-up showers in the afternoon, especially during the summer. But
it's relatively rare to get a rainy morning. Take advantage of the
early morning sun or catch a romantic sunrise during a leisurely
stroll along the sand.
- Play a Round of Golf — Regular or Miniature! If there's
one thing most locals agree on, it's that the Space Coast is home
to dozens of world-class golf courses. With tracks designed by
legends like Arnold Palmer and
Gary Player, there are courses that
will thrill beginning and advanced players alike. Not ready for the
real thing? The Space Coast boasts lots of fun mini-golf courses,
like the awesome Golf 'n Gator in Cape
Canaveral.
- Take in a Museum. The Space Coast's more than 25
museums offer a major dose of culture, especially on rainy days.
Aviation and space are big themes, of course, but the area is also
home to museums that focus on civil rights, historical homes,
military and law enforcement, natural sciences, sports, and other
topics.
- See a Local Theater Show. The Space Coast offers lots of
great opportunities to experience live local theater. From the
Historic Titusville Playhouse and the Surfside Playhouse to the
Melbourne Civic Theatre and the Henegar Center for the Arts, there
are cultural venues hosting plays and musicals year round that will
delight audiences of all ages and interests.
- Eat Like a Local. The Space Coast's restaurant scene is
teeming with local eateries that take ingredients, flavor and
service to the next level. Residents love to indulge in the fresh
catch at local seafood spots, ease into the weekend with standout
brunch options, treat themselves to an elevated culinary
experience, or feed a crowd at one of the Space Coast's
family-friendly restaurants.
- See a Jazz Show. Space
Coast natives are big fans of the legendary Space Coast Jazz
Society. Dedicated to preserving and promoting live jazz, the group
hosts monthly concerts throughout the area, dazzling crowds to the
sounds of Louis Armstrong,
Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald and others.
For more events and things to do year-round on the Space Coast,
go to VisitSpaceCoast.com/things-to-do/.
About Florida's Space
Coast
Florida's Space Coast
is a family-friendly destination located 45 minutes east of
Orlando. Encompassing Cocoa Beach, Melbourne and The
Beaches, Port Canaveral, Titusville, Palm
Bay and Viera, it is home
to the world's second-busiest cruise port and 72 miles of beaches
(the longest stretch in the state), as well as 190,000 acres of
wetlands and waterways full of habitat found nowhere else.
Florida's Space Coast is home to
NASA's Kennedy Space Center, where
rockets still soar into orbit. For more information, contact the
Space Coast Office of Tourism at 877-572-3224 or go to
VisitSpaceCoast.com.
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