191 Museum Circle, Cape Canaveral, FL 32925

Visit Cape Canaveral Space Force Museum, formerly known as the Air Force Space and Missile History Center, on the south side of Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. It’s a fascinating combination of U.S space exploration, missiles, and rockets, such as the Delta Rocket Program, Firebee, and more. You’ll also get to see old launch pads, missiles and artifacts that helped forge the nation’s space program. If you want to fully immerse yourself in the history, tours are available, offering extra insights into the Space Race and modern exploration. This is an itinerary must for space fans.

628 Glen Cheek Drive, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

Rusty's Seafood and Oyster Bar is located just off Mullet Road as you enter Cape Canaveral, in the northern part of the Cape, in a scenic waterfront setting. Enjoy a wide-ranging menu in this enchanting location. With sea views, you can spend your evening watching the sun go down over the horizon, or bask in the moonlight bouncing off the water. Start with appetizers such as fried calamari, steamed shrimp or, if you’re feeling adventurous, gator tail. Mains include fresh fish, seared ahi tuna, lobster and more. The service is exceptional, the atmosphere friendly, and the food is tantalizing.

9009 Astronaut Boulevard, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

Located near Banana River Park, with easy access to the Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway, this hotel is well connected, making the rest of Cape Canaveral easy to explore with your rental car. There’s a 24-hour front desk, so you don’t have to worry about checking in no matter how late your flight is. Start the morning right with a complimentary hot breakfast or even a visit to the on-site fitness center. There are indoor and outdoor pools, great for a swim whatever the weather, plus the hot tub/spa is the perfect opportunity to relax after a busy day. On top of that, the beach is only a five-minute drive away with your Cape Canaveral rental car.

17 miles & 25 minutes

A short but unforgettable drive through Florida’s Space Coast with your Cape Canaveral car rental. Expect wild coastal vistas, wildlife habitats such as Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, and glimpses of the facilities that launched some of humanity’s greatest space missions.

48 miles & 50 minutes

Travel inland from the Atlantic shoreline to the heart of Central Florida. Along the way, you'll pass wetlands such as Orlando Wetlands Park, lakes like St. Johns River and Puzzle Lake, and suburban communities such as Merritt Island and Cocoa Village before reaching Orlando’s world-famous attractions and entertainment districts.

152 miles & 2.5 hours

Follow Florida’s east coast south through a charming landscape of beaches, rivers, and vibrant coastal cities. The route showcases classic Sunshine State scenery, from ocean views to palm-lined boulevards and waterfront communities.