5 Best Places to Go Shopping in Cape Canaveral

Brevard Avenue is the heart of Historic Cocoa Village, with its eclectic assortment of shops and restaurants housed in historic shopfronts. In this colourful cluster of small businesses, window shop until you drop, have a plate of pasta or Pad Thai at one of the many restaurants or take a break by the water at nearby Cocoa Riverfront Park.

On the avenue you’ll find handcrafted jewellery, new and used books, antique collectibles, and custom gifts. Stop by Antilles Trading Company Pirate Museum and Store to browse treasures and oddities from around the world or check out Sunshine Shop and Village General Store for unique foods and local specialities.

The White Rose Shopping Centre is a staple in Cocoa Beach. A strip mall with a variety of retailers and restaurants, this is a great stop on your way back from an afternoon on the sand or in the surf.

Get your nails done, shop for a new pair of shoes, and grab a basket of crazy hot chicken wings from local favourite Frankie’s Famous Wings. For those big on water sports, stock up on supplies at 321 Kiteboarding & Watersports in the mall or head to the popular Ron Jon Surf Shop just around the corner.

Belair Courtyard is a charming alcove in Historic Cocoa Village, home to a small collection of boutiques selling handcrafted jewellery, imported goods, and local art. Don’t miss Anatolian Design, a gift shop specialising in Turkish handicrafts including Nicaea tiles, Ottoman lamps, and Hammam towels.

Treat yourself to a massage at Essential Massage or stop by the weekly tasting bar at Boutique Wine Store. For a romantic evening, head to the popular Café Margaux, an upscale French restaurant with a plant-filled courtyard.

The Central Brevard Sharing Centre was founded as a means of supporting the local community. A thrift shop offering home goods, clothing, and other items, the centre uses its proceeds to provide emergency assistance and guidance to those struggling with basic needs like food, clothing, and shelter.

The store is popular with locals for its bargain prices, weekly sales, and wide selection, including a huge furniture and electronics warehouse. If you find yourself overwhelmed by all the options, the staff here are known to be extra-friendly and can help you find what you’re looking for.

The Treasure Hunters Mall in Historic Cocoa Village stocks a variety of antique and new items from 19 vendors. You never know what you’ll find here: from collectible items like vintage baseball bobbleheads and antique toys to fish-themed artwork, there is something to delight any shopper.

This is a great place to support local businesses, as the store also stocks locally produced art, postcards, and bath items. Once you’ve selected your treasures, step back out onto Brevard Avenue to browse the other shops or grab a bite to eat.