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Things to Do » Attractions » Port Canaveral

A cruise, recreation and entertainment hub, Port Canaveral is located on Florida's Space Coast, 55 miles east of Orlando. Cruise lines provide a variety of cruise choices for adults or families with children, from partial day gaming cruises to exotic 3-, 4-, or 7-day cruises to the Bahamas and the Eastern Caribbean. Cruises can also be packaged with Central Florida's attractions.

For a wide variety of recreational fun, choose from three waterside parks: Jetty Park, Ports End Park and Freddie Patrick Park. Jetty Park is bordered by the harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. It features a gentle family beach with showers and changing facilities, a concession stand, a boardwalk, a nature trail, a playground, and picnic grounds with barbecue grills. Land a big one from the 1200-foot recreational pier equipped with fish cleaning tables and lighting for nighttime use. As an added bonus, you may be able to see a rocket or shuttle launch. The pier is the closest public viewing point for unmanned rocket launches and one of the most popular vantage points for witnessing spectacular space shuttle launches. If you enjoy the outdoors you'll love the campgrounds at Jetty Park, which feature tent sites, full hook-up RV sites, a bike path, and a camp store.

Ports End Park is a popular shore fishing spot and features an observation tower where you can take in all the fascinating views of the harbor, including occasional manatee gatherings. It also features a double wide boat-launching ramp.

Freddie Patrick Park is particularly popular with offshore boaters because of its three double wide boat-launching ramps and closer proximity to the ocean. Both Ports End and Freddie Patrick parks feature covered picnic tables and restrooms.

Enjoy freshly caught seafood and live entertainment at a variety of restaurants located in The Cove, a festive, harbor-side retail marketplace. If you prefer catching your own seafood, there are eight bait and tackle shops, three marinas, and more than 60 charter and party fishing boats in the port.

Whatever your pleasure, you're sure to find it at Port Canaveral, Florida's Fun Port.

P.O. Box 267 - Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
(321) 783-7831
Email: dposton@portcanaveral.org
Web Site: http://portcanaveral.org

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Port Canaveral
 Address: 200 George J. King Blvd. - Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
 Phone: 321.783.7831
Conveniently located on Florida's Space Coast, Port Canaveral is home to daily, 3, 4, and 7-day cruises to the Bahamas and the Caribbean, Jetty Park Campground, public boat ramps, and three marinas.

Merritt Island

Island Boat Lines Water Taxi & Eco-Tour Boat
 Address: 1360 S. Banana River Dr. - Merritt Island, FL 32952
 Phone: 321.302.0544
A word-of-mouth local phenomenon offering a unique view of Brevard County's famous Indian River Lagoon and Estuary, known worldwide for bird watching and native wildlife. Sunset cruises, shuttle launch tours and private charters are available. Call to confirm boarding time and location. Admission:...

Port Canaveral

Centerfold Sportfishing Charters
 Address: 800 Scallop Drive - Port Canaveral, FL 32920
 Phone: 321.848.2662
The Centerfold is a 33-foot Topaz Express, tournament-rigged ready for all your fishing and comfort needs, offering an air-conditioned salon with a full bathroom, kitchen and fridge. Licenses, bait, ice, and tackle are provided. Hours of Operation: 7:00a.m.-4:00p.m. Admission: $750 full day trip...

Cocoa Beach Parasail
 Address: 628 Glen Cheek Drive - Port Canaveral, FL 32920
 Phone: 321.212.8277
Experience the most scenic and thrilling flight of your life. Head to destination Cocoa Beach Parasail for a birds-eye-view of the beautiful Space Coast. Soar up to 800 feet over the Atlantic Ocean! It's safe fun, and no experience is necessary.

Crusher Sportfishing Charters
 Address: 800 Scallop Drive, B Dock, Slip 23 - Port Canaveral, FL 32920
 Phone: 321.505.2929
An exciting offshore fishing adventure awaits you aboard Crusher, a new 2007 custom-built spacious 32' Stuart Angler. Choose from half-day and full-day deep-sea fishing trips offshore Port Canaveral along Central Florida's East Coast. Full- and half-day charters include all required licenses, bait,...

Gettin' There II Sport Charters
 Address: 800 Scallop Drive, Slip A5 - Port Canaveral, FL 32920
 Phone: 321.631.5055
Come and enjoy the experience of a lifetime aboard the Gettin' There II Charterboat.

Miss Cape Canaveral Deep Sea Fishing Fleet
 Address: 670 Glen Cheek Dr. - Port Canaveral, FL 32920
 Phone: 321.783.5274
Deep-sea fishing at its best! Daily special includes breakfast and lunch, coffee and soda, 2 free beers per adult, rod, reel, bait & tackle, sales tax and license. Discounts for seniors, children, military and groups of 6 or more. They also cater to full boat charters. Sailings: 8:00a.m. -...

Orlando Princess Deep Sea Fishing
 Address: - Port Canaveral, FL
 Phone: Phone# Unspecified
The Orlando Princess is Port Canaveral's newest fishing boat offering half day and full day fishing excursions by reservation only! Trip includes: Lunch Unlimited beverages Rod & Reel Bait& Tackle One day fishing license Hours of operation: Half Day 10:30a.m.-4:30p.m. Monday-Sunday Full Day...

Space Coast River Tours
 Address: Cape Marina, 800 Scallop Dr. - Port Canaveral, FL 32920
 Phone: 321.652.1052
Welcome aboard The Blue Dolphin where you can 'get Naturefied.' Departing from Port Canaveral, travel through the Canaveral Locks, cruise past Ski Island and NASA Property, glide along the Barge Canal where the dolphins, manatees, alligators and birds play. Cushioned seats, restroom and retractable...

SunCruz Casinos
 Address: 610 Glen Cheek Drive - Port Canaveral, FL 32920
 Phone: Phone# Unspecified
SunCruz Casino Port Canaveral offers Las Vegas style gaming entertainment on the ocean! SunCruz offers all your favorite table games and the newest slots. Table games include: blackjack, roulette, craps, poker, & sports book. Live Entertainment and Dance Floor. DAY CRUISE: 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m....

Xtreme Fun at Jungle Village
 Address: 8801 Astronaut Blvd. - Port Canaveral, FL 32920
 Phone: 321.783.0595
Family fun center that features a mini golf facility, go-kart raceway, batting cages and an arcade.