Central East Coast Florida Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tourists and locals packing Daytona Beach on a hot summer day on the east coast of central Florida
Tourists and locals packing Daytona Beach on a hot summer day on the east coast of central Florida
Sunrise in Sebastian, Florida; Shutterstock ID 120628057
Cape Canaveral - sea Turtle #turtle #seaturtle #florida #atlantic
Visiting the manatees at Blue Spring State Park. They move to the springs when the water gets too cold. Best times to go in Florida are the cold days in January & February! The park is beautiful to walk through as well. In the summer months you can swim in the springs.

Where to stay in Central East Coast Florida

Cape Canaveral, USA. The arial view of port Canaveral from cruise ship

Port Canaveral

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Port Canaveral. Make a stop by Victory Casino Cruises or Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge while you're exploring the area.

Port Canaveral
Causeway bridge going over to Jensen Beach on Hutchinson Island South a barrier island in Florida.

Hutchinson Island South

If you're spending some time in Hutchinson Island South, Normandy Beach and Fort Pierce Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Hutchinson Island South
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Coronado Beach

While visiting Coronado Beach, you might make a stop by sights like 27th Avenue Park and New Smyrna Beach.

Coronado Beach
Sunrise on South Beach

Vero Beach South

Though Vero Beach South may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like McKee Botanical Garden and Holman Stadium.

Vero Beach South
Sunrise on Vero Beach, FL

South Beach

While visiting South Beach, you might make a stop by sights like South Beach Park and Round Island Oceanside Park.

South Beach
Early Morning Rocket Launch

Viera

Travellers like the golf courses in Viera, and Viera East Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Viera
Radisson Resort at the Port

Radisson Resort at the Port

3 out of 5
8701 Astronaut Blvd Cape Canaveral FL
The price is NZ$325 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$325
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly resort in Cape Canaveral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,988 reviews)
Room was clean, staff was helpful, but the bed was extremely hard

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Radisson Resort at the Port
Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral

Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral

3.5 out of 5
3901 N Atlantic Ave Cocoa Beach FL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cocoa Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,266 reviews)
Hotel staff is amazing! Everything you could need to get ready for your cruise!

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral

3 out of 5
1275 N Atlantic Ave Cocoa Beach FL
The price is NZ$233 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
NZ$233
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Cocoa Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,390 reviews)
Front desk was super helpful! Would definitely stay here again

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Arya Blu Inn & Suites

Arya Blu Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
281 S Atlantic Avenue Ormond Beach FL
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Ormond Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,881 reviews)
Flexible, courteous, kind and good 3rd floor room view of ocean with balcony.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Arya Blu Inn & Suites
Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort

Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3550 N Atlantic Ave Cocoa Beach FL
Stay at this beach condo in Cocoa Beach. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (519 reviews)
Clean rooms, nice staff, good amenities!

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort
The Maverick Resort

The Maverick Resort

3 out of 5
485 S Atlantic Ave Ormond Beach FL
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Ormond Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Daytona Beach Boardwalk and Beach at Daytona ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (339 reviews)
Very roomy. Nice view of ocean. Walkable. Felt safe

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

The Maverick Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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