Shopping
Ron Jon Surf Shop
Location
Why We Love It
A Cocoa Beach staple and world-renowned for a reason… Ron Jon Surf Shop is definitely worth visiting when in Cocoa Beach. You can load up on your souvenirs here but even just walking around is an experience.
Local Tip
Use the elevator! As a kid we loved going up and down the glass elevator and looking out over the shop and built in water throughout the store – and now our son loves it, too.
Nearby Southbound Stays: Cocoa Beach Vacation Rentals
Kid-Friendly
Dog-Friendly
The Funky Mermaid
Location
Why We Love It
Exactly as the name implies, this is a funky beach shop with a variety of offerings from home decor to gifts, spices to jewelry – most of which are locally made. In fact, some of the beachy decor you’ll find at Lunar Beach Bungalow is from here!
Local Tip
There are a lot of breakables and tight corners. The shop would probably be okay for older children who are able to refrain from touching but as a mom to a toddler, I’d forgo taking in small children as it’s a bit too tight for strollers and I’d hate for my kiddo to bring down a display!
Nearby Southbound Stays: Cocoa Beach Vacation Rentals
Drifthouse Cocoa Beach
Location
Why We Love It
While there are several, larger chain stores in the area we suggest hitting up the local ones, too – like Drifthouse in Cocoa Beach (or MTB Surf Emporium if you find yourself a little further south in Satellite Beach one day). They carry all of your typical, quality surf brands for clothing, sunglasses, shoes & more.
Local Tip
Yes, the larger shops are cool and you can get some cheap finds. BUT please support local when you can!
Nearby Southbound Stays: Cocoa Beach Vacation Rentals
Kid-Friendly
Historic Cocoa Village
Location
Why We Love It
Why, yes, that is a baby in bar! 🙂 That’s the beauty of Historic Cocoa Village. You can stroll through the small, boutique-like shops but also stop for a drink or bite to eat when you need a break. Among our favorite shops are Green Apple, The Alley, Bath Cottage and Hello Again Books. This entire area is extremely family- and dog-friendly!
Local Tip
Make a day of it… in addition to shopping, this area also has:
- Restaurants & bars, including a bier garten
- Coffee shops
- Pastry & ice cream shops
- A playground / park
- A splash pad
- Riverwalk overlooking the Indian River
- Cocoa Village Playhouse
- A variety of events through the year- check the website!
Nearby Southbound Stays: Cocoa Beach Vacation Rentals
Kid-Friendly
Dog-Friendly
Downtown Melbourne
Location
Why We Love It
One square mile of shop and restaurant-lined streets, this is a great shopping district with local, one of a kind shops. We love Downtown Divas, Coastal Cloth Baby, Sendela’s and Molly Mutts Thrift Shop. This entire area is extremely family- and dog-friendly!
Local Tip
Make a day of it… in addition to shopping, this area also has:
- Restaurants & bars
- Breweries & a wine bar
- Pastry & ice cream shops
- 16 large scale murals
- Waterfront area
- A variety of events through the year- check the website!