How much does it cost to travel to Cocoa Beach?
You should plan to spend around $145 per day on your vacation in Cocoa Beach. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $43 on meals
- $26 on local transportation
- $170 on hotels
A one week trip to Cocoa Beach for two people costs, on average, $2,027. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
Independent Travel
Traveling Independently to Cocoa Beach has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.
All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Cocoa Beach expensive to visit?
Prices in Cocoa Beach are reasonable and comparable to your average travel destination. Hotels, food, and sightseeing are generally within normal price ranges.
Within North America, which is known to be an expensive region, Cocoa Beach is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Islamorada or Round Pond.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Cocoa Beach Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Cocoa Beach?
The average Cocoa Beach trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Cocoa Beach travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
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Category
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Cost
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Accommodation 1
(Double Occupancy)
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$170
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Local Transportation 1
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$26
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Food 2
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$43
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Entertainment 1
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$16
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Alcohol 2
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$10 -
30
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Accommodation Budget in Cocoa Beach
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Cocoa Beach is $85. For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Cocoa Beach is $170. This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Cocoa Beach? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Transportation Budget in Cocoa Beach
Calculated from travelers like you
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The cost of a taxi ride in Cocoa Beach is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $26 per person, per day, on local transportation in Cocoa Beach.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$26
How much does it cost to go to Cocoa Beach? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Cocoa Beach will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Food Budget in Cocoa Beach
Calculated from travelers like you
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While meal prices in Cocoa Beach can vary, the average cost of food in Cocoa Beach is $43 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Cocoa Beach should cost around $17 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Cocoa Beach is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$43
Entertainment Budget in Cocoa Beach
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Entertainment and activities in Cocoa Beach typically cost an average of $16 per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$16
Alcohol Budget in Cocoa Beach
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $20 on alcoholic beverages in Cocoa Beach per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$20
Cocoa Beach On a Budget
Cocoa Beach, Florida
Cocoa Beach, Florida has long been a favorite vacation spot for travelers looking for sun, sand, and waves. The location was also made famous as the setting for the 1960's television show, "I Dream of Jeannie". The town of just over 11,000 is located in Brevard County along the Atlantic coast. Many people visit the area because of its excellent surfing. There are many surfing festivals and competitions held here yearly and the famous Ron Jon's surf shop receives about 2 million visitors a year. The city is also home to the East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame.
Cocoa Beach's climate is humid subtropical with hot and humid summers and warm, dry, and sunny winters. Tropical downpours are common during the winter months, although they are often short lived.
Sights
People travel to Cocoa Beach for one reason alone - it's beautiful beach. It's obvious why this stretch of sand is so famous. In addition to sunbathing and swimming, you'll find activities along the beach that include beach volleyball, surfing, and surf fishing. If you're wanting to do some shopping or you forgot a few essential items at home, there are plenty of beach shops around town. For a more thorough selection you can head to Merritt Square Mall, which has many popular chain stores to choose from.
Neighborhoods
Cocoa Beach covers an area of about 15 square miles, the majority of which is water and almost 5 square miles are land. The city is bordered by Cape Canaveral to the north and Crescent Beach to the south. The Atlantic Ocean is to the east and Banana River to the west. There are many boating channels that have been dredged in the area and many of the area's homes are built on dredged mud and sand.
Most visitors spend their time on the beach. The Cocoa Beach Pier, formerly called the Cape Canaveral Pier, has many restaurants, bars, gift shops and fishing opportunities. You can also rent sporting equipment there.
You'll find plenty of budget chain hotels around the area, but as you move closer to the water prices get higher. Peak seasons and spring break also brings an increase in price when crowds are at their highest and rooms are in short supply.
Activities
If you've had your fill of hanging out on the beach then there are a number of other activities that you can enjoy around town. If you want to get out on the water then check out Schooner Sails that offers boat rides around the Space Coast. You can also reserve it for weddings or birthdays. Cocoa Beach Sportfishing Charters offers deep sea fishing charters and sportfishing. Sterling Casino Lines offers gambling cruises both during the day and in the evening. You must be 18 years old to join. If you'd like to try your hand a surfing or paddleboarding then try A1A Beach Rentals. They offer surfing and paddleboard lessons as well as kayak rentals and tours.
There are a handful of festivals in the area. The Annual Easter Surfing Festival dates back to 1964 and attracts about 100,000 spectators. The Beach Fest is also held every May. Other events include the Air Show and the National Kidney Foundation Pro-Am Surfing Festival.
Food and Dining
Restaurants are everywhere and almost exclusively cater to tourists in the area. Pizza and pasta options are ubiquitous, as are seafood restaurants that offer freshly caught shrimp, crab, and fish. Florida's Seafood Bar & Grill is one popular option which offers a large variety of freshly caught seafood prepared any number of ways. For Cuban food head to Roberto's Little Havana on N. Orlando Avenue. The food is good and reasonably priced. Other international options available around town include Mexican and Japanese.
Transportation
The best way to travel to Cocoa Beach, and really the only way, is by car. You'll want to have a vehicle with you after you arrive as well. Parts of the touristy areas are pedestrian friendly, but you will be very confined to specific areas if you don't have your own car. There is a bus system, Space Coast Area Transit, which is cheap and reasonable, but not the ideal way to spend most of your vacation. Bikes are an option as well, as there are some bike lanes, but do watch out for traffic, particularly during rush hour.
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