Located between the temperate and sub-tropical climate zones, Florida's Space Coast is known for its mild weather. However, an occasional cold front does push through in winter, and our seasonal afternoon thunderstorms (not to mention heat) can sometinmes turn outdoor activities into a bit of a challenge. Schedule your outdoor fun during mornings in the summertime, spend the afternoon relaxing at one of ouer many outstanding and attractions and have a great time learning why we call thethe Space Coast your Gateway to Discovery.
Brevard Zoo

Brevard Zoo offers a variety of activities like kayaking, riding the train, and feedings include alligators, otters, and vultures. The zoo is home to 550 animals representing morethan 165 species from Florida, South America, Africa, Asia, and Australia. If you can't get enough of the zoo or are simply a nature enthusiast, consider taking one of the Zoo's many guided outdoor adventure tours throughout the Space Coast.

The Dinosaur Store and Museum

The Dinosaur Store and Museum proudly presents our new state f the art facility, located in Cocoa Beach, only a stone’s throw from the ocean. It is the new home to one of the most incredible collections of fossils and minerals in te world, including authentic shark teeth, dinosaur eggs, meteorites and amber specimens. The mighty Allosaurus skeleton rules the center stage as the awesome 44’ giant marine reptile skeleton is displayed flying above . Visitors will have loads of fun as they experience the newest attraction, Adventure Zone, located inside The Dinosaur Store. Children and families can dig and uncover fossils in the Egyptian ruins, pan for minerals at the sluice, control the movement of dinosaurs and (don’t tell the kids) learn while they are playing.

Cocoa Beach – 321-783-7300
www.dinosaurstore.com

Ponce Inlet Lighthouse

At 175 feet, this is the second tallest lighthouse in the U.S. and the tallest lighthouse open to the public. With a glorious shining beacon, maritime museum and lens restoration facility, the Lighthouse offers a tremendous opportunity to learn of our great maritime heritage.

Ponce Inlet – 386-761-1821
www.ponceinlet.org

Marine Science Center

Adjacent to the Lighthouse, the Marine Science Center is a rehabilitation center for injured sea turtles and an import marine and estuary environmental education center. The Center features sea turtle tanks, exhibits, nature trails through maritime hammock , and boardwalks over coastal dunes.

Ponce Inlet – 386-304-5545
www.marinesciencecenter.com


Harry T. & Harriet V. Moore Memorial Park and Cultural Center

This park highlights the lives of the Moores and their unique contributions to the early civil rights movement. Dedicated to preserving African-American history, the center is a repository of artifacts and historical document and features a timeline of strategic events of the pre-civil rights era beginning with slavery.

Mims – 321-264-6595
www.Brevardparks.com/htm/

North Brevard Historical Society

The North Brevard Historical Society features exhibits of historical clothing, printing presses, Indian artifcats, shells, earthenware and historical books. Arrangements can e made for a member of the NBHS to accompany a walking tour of Downtown Titusville,

Titusville - 321-269-3658
www.nbbd.com/godo/history

Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

This premier property preserves a significant sample of the natural communities originally found in this region, including xeric oak scrub, mature hardwood forests, wetlands and pine Flatwoods. The Education Center showcases universal design, providing accessibility to outdoor natural areas for all people, regardless of age or ability.

Titusville – 321-264-5185
www.eelbrevard.com/eel/enchforest


Astronaut Hall of Fame

Experience exhibits dedicated to our nation’s astronauts, including the world’s largest collection of personal memorabilia and realistic astronaut training simulators.

Titusville – 321-269-6101
www.kennedyspacecenter.com/

U.S. Space Walk of Fame

This attraction features exhibits commemorating America’s space programs, such as the Mercury and Gemini missions. A popular area for viewing launches, the beautiful riverwalk features educational and interpretive stations, public art, plaques, sculptures and bronze statues.

Titusville – 321-264-0434
www.spacewalkoffame.com

U.S. Space Walk of Fame Museum

Also in historic Downtown Titusville, the U.S. Space Walk of Fame Museum is operated by the Space Walk of Fame Foundation. The museum is filled with memorabilia from the men and women whoe “blood, sweat and tears” helped to put astronauts in space.

Titusville – 321-264-0434
www.spacewalkoffame.com

Jungle Adventures

Jungle Adventures offers a boat cruise around an island for a close-up view of native Florida wildlife. A tour of the Native American village reveals a fascinating look at Florida’s first inhabitants. The endangered Florida panther, alligators, snakes ad other Florida animals are featured daily during four wildlife shows.

Christmas – 407-568-2885

www.jungleadventures.com
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