Viewing guide

From official sources only, checked Sat, Oct 24. Hours, fees and launch-day access change; follow the links before you go.

• Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Merritt Island
  Often sells special launch viewing packages for major launches, the closest viewing open to the public. Check the complex's site for a specific launch. Space Coast Office of Tourism: Visitor Information
• Playalinda Beach, Canaveral National Seashore Titusville
  Federal land. The National Park Service decides launch by launch whether it is safe to open; it is usually open during normal hours for most launches. Space Coast Office of Tourism: Visitor Information
• Jetty Park Cape Canaveral
  Beach park at Port Canaveral. Check the Port Canaveral website for launch-day park information. Space Coast Office of Tourism: Visitor Information
• Indian River Lagoon shoreline and the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame Titusville
  Listed among popular viewing locations outside the space center. Space Coast Office of Tourism: Launch Viewing Venues
• Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier and beaches south of Port Canaveral Cocoa Beach to Sebastian Inlet
  The beaches from Jetty Park through Cocoa Beach down to Sebastian Inlet State Park are listed as viewing locations. Parking: Cocoa Beach has paid public parking. Space Coast Office of Tourism: Launch Viewing Venues

Parking

• Most public parking in Brevard County is free and first come, first served. Cocoa Beach and Indialantic have paid public parking with signs showing how to pay. Cars parked at businesses by people heading to the beach will be towed. Space Coast Office of Tourism: Visitor Information
• Parking on highway shoulders and causeways is dangerous and prohibited. Popular spots fill early; arrive a few hours before the launch time and check that a location is open. Space Coast Office of Tourism: launch trip planning