Of course there are tall swaying palm trees, rows of pastel colored shops and long stretches of hard packed sandy beaches but beyond the glamour you will find history and charm. Cocoa Beach is home to two colleges, several museums and The Surfside Players.
Cocoa Beach is located on a barrier island in the Central-East section of Florida.
It is separated from the city of Cocoa by the Intracoastal waterway and the Banana River. In 1894 the railroad was extended south to Lake Worth, opening up a whole new opportunity for travelers and businesses. Cocoa Beach was not joined to the mainland until 1918 when a series of wooden bridges were erected over the river giving access to many travelers. The Central East coast of Florida is a huge producer of citrus fruits. Indian River oranges and grapefruits are shipped worldwide.