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If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Kennedy Space Center— just one of the landmarks located 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from central Cape Canaveral.

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is worth a visit, located 14 mi (22.5 km) from central Merritt Island. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great chocolate shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Merritt Island has to offer, head to Kennedy Space Center and Rocket Garden.

You can learn about the history of Merritt Island with a stop at Rocket Garden. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its local chocolate shops.

You can study the exhibits at Pritchard House, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Titusville. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunrises.