The Melbourne center point is about the area of Joyce Schumacher Art Center.
Melbourne is a nice, quiet and relaxing city that continues to flourish. New properties are being developed (real estate, restaurants, shopping areas) which makes it is a great family oriented place to live in and a great getaway in an ideal location not too far from Orlando. Downtown Melbourne offers all kinds of eateries, entertainment and art. On the second Friday of every month, the city's Main Street holds Friday Fest, free for all ages with live music, vendors, food and even a Kid Zone. Melbourne is also home to miles of beaches, fishing, golfing and other wonderful outdoor activities. When in town, don't miss out on planning a visit to the Brevard Zoo which offers zoo packages with admission which can include a kayaking tour along Expedition Africa, a paddle boarding adventure, train tickets and feeding the lovely giraffes and lively lorikeets. If you're more of an adventure seeker, the Treetop Trek also at Brevard Zoo offers tree climbing obstacle courses and zip lining which takes you high above throughout the park. Aside from fun activities, one of Melbourne's best places to eat is Mustard's Last Stand, a historic Chicago Style Eatery with all things hot dogs, more than ten varieties of fries and more. Find a great stay in a city filled with charm and adventure.
It's difficult to say there's a bad time to visit Melbourne. Located on the east coast and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, visitors experience exceptional sun, sand, and sunsets year-round. For the optimum in pleasant weather, March, April, and November are good choices. If summer heat doesn't bother you, plan your visit in July and August when temperatures are in the low 90 degrees range. Fall is generally pleasant with moderate temperatures and humidity. For cooler temperatures, January averages around 49 degrees. Melbourne does get 54 inches of rain annually, which is more than the U.S. average of 38 inches.
Florida is a busy travel destination year-round with both domestic and international travelers making travel plans to both the east and west coast of the state. With this in mind, it's a good idea to make reservations in advance to guarantee accommodations. The Sunshine State is also a major destination for students who make their way to the beaches during spring break. If you travel during this time, you can expect crowded beaches.
Tuckaway Shores Resort offers gentle breezes, beautiful ocean views, and stunning sunsets, which can be yours along with AAA, AARP, and government discounts. Enjoy the Old Florida charm and comfort of a well-designed and non-smoking king or queen room or king suite. With ocean views or Indian River views outside your door, you'll be lulled to sleep each night. Suites include a fully equipped kitchenette with a range-top stove, refrigerator, microwave, small appliances, and a sink.
When you want to relax, bring your beach towel and sunglasses and walk the short distance to the beach to catch some rays. If you prefer, sit by the sparkling outdoor heated pool for a replenishing swim. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi, on-site guest laundry facilities, business center, complimentary grill, cabana room with TV and pool baths, and a fish cleaning station.
Courtyard Melbourne West has AAA and Marriott Senior Discounts in place so you can get your money's worth at a quality hotel. From the moment you enter the welcoming reception area, you'll feel right at home. The hotel is designed with guest comfort in mind with rooms and suites featuring plush bedding, flat-screen TV, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, and ergonomic workstations.
Your resources will be refueled when you dine at The Bistro for breakfast so you can begin your day. Grab a cup of Starbucks coffee to accompany you on your travels. For dinner, savor the flavor of delectable entrees at the restaurant and unwind with a specialty cocktail.
For your pleasure, you can start or end your day in the sparkling pool, work out at the 24-hour fitness center, or meet with business associates at one of the meeting spaces.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott offers 83 cozy rooms designed to make your stay enjoyable. The non-smoking Art Deco themed hotel is located in the business district and convenient to shopping and dining. The modern atmosphere, bright colors, fireplace, and creative furniture design of the lobby sets the tone throughout the hotel. Rooms are well-designed in soft tones and assorted accessories and fitted with Smart flat-screen televisions, internet, cable television, desk, and in-room safes.
Hotel amenities include a business center with computer and printer/fax, laundry, dry cleaning service, fitness center, and a staffed 24-hour front desk. Included in your stay is a hot/cold breakfast buffet.
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Melbourne lives up to its name by offering a great value for hotel experience without compromising on room quality. Along with comfy rooms with free wireless high-speed internet, you'll also have access to the business center, ATM, an outdoor pool, and complimentary breakfast. The convenient location puts guests in close proximity to a variety of restaurants and the interstate.
An added bonus to your stay is the friendly and well-trained staff who are ready to answer any questions you may have about things to do in the city.
With the Atlantic Ocean just minutes from your hotel, you'll have access to an abundance of outdoor activities that include charter fishing trips, jet skiing, stand up paddle boarding, boat rentals, kayaking, or a day at Sebastian Inlet.
Enjoy a day with the wildlife at the Brevard Zoo or plan a day trip to the Kennedy Space Center and take a tour. For those who enjoy perusing exhibits and galleries, there's the Liberty Bell Memorial Museum, the Historic Rossetter House Museum and Gardens, and the Foosaner Art Museum.
For a day of fun for all ages, Melbourne is home to the Andretti Thrill Park where hours of fun are the name of the game. The park offers a variety of activities including rides, coasters, Jr Indy track, speed track, batting cages, climbing wall, arcade, mini bowling, and much more.
About an hour's drive will take you to some of Florida's most visited attractions such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World, and Epcot. For adult entertainment and a chance to win some cash, the Melbourne Greyhound Park offers live simulcasts covering horse racing, harness racing, and greyhound racing, plus exciting games of Jai Alai, card games, poker, comedy shows, dining, and bar.
For fun in the Florida sun, Melbourne has plenty to offer visitors of all ages. When planning your travel itinerary, allow plenty of time to enjoy all the city has to offer, including quality hotels that will enhance your vacation experience.
Below are reviews of the city of Melbourne, FL from an actual visitor's perspective.
Not crowded
If you have a few hours to spare, the highly rated Brevard County Zoo is just a couple of blocks away. Well worth visiting.
There was local stores. There was a local movie theater. I 95 was close.
Stay in Melbourne--pleased with the more settled lifestyle.
The beach 🏖️ what else?
We have family here.
The Brevard Zoo was a wonderful experience and so close to the hotel.
Melbourne has some of the best food and beaches in Central FL!
The city seems to be family oriented neat and clean with an abundance of eating establishments.
I have relatives who lives in Melbourne and they have taken us to some nice places to eat.
Food!
It's a daytime sleep spot between jobs.
Melbourne provides a wide variety of options in terms of activities from river tours to beach day activities and downtown charm!
Lots of seaside restaurants.
Lots of seaside restaurants.
the zoo was really great. that's all we saw.
Clean and nice
Several good restaurants and things to do.
Melbourne was pretty. I wasn't there long enough to give it a detailed review.
Melbourne food is good. Suntree area.
The area is beautiful, new, and the baseball facilities are great!
We went to the Kennedy Space Center -great to see. Plenty of restaurants near our hotel. Would return to see more of the area.
Restaurants close by.
Good seafood restaurants, traffic was easy, nice small airport, impressive growth at Florida Tech campus.
I visited the military base.
Good for beaching, boating and fishing!
Good for beaching, boating and fishing!
IT WAS LOCATED IN A GOOD AREA AND VERY BEAUTIFUL SETUP. BREAKFAST WAS A GOOD CHOICE.
Golf!
Nice restaurants, shops and golf course.
Space Center is very worth seeing!
Loved everything especially the wildlife. Located near shopping centers, the Atlantic Ocean and Indian River.
The shops near the baseball field were lovely!
Good food places. Good city to come to play baseball.
The shops near the baseball field were lovely.
Great baseball stadium.
Everything was in a reachable area...shopping, beaches etc...
Clean and reasonably priced hotel.
Ichabods Dockside bar and grill was awesome and less than a half mile from the hotel. Met some awesome local folks and enjoyed our evening immensely.
Hotel was close to many places to visit, shop and dine.
Quiet family oriented city.
Quiet and relaxed family atmosphere of Melbourne.
Feels like home!
Exploring the old historic section of Melbourne, the numerous beach accesses and beautiful scenery!
Explored the old historic section of Melbourne, the numerous beaches and beautiful scenery!
Everything was pretty close in proximity.
I liked the area very much!
Proximity to Space Coast Stadium.
Melbourne was very nice. Streat artists painted murals on various buildings and they were really nice to look at. The stores and restaurants were a great mix so one should have no problem finding things to do.
Clean
Great place to stay for a night before a cruise.
Very clean nice place, close to beaches and restaurants.
Very clean city, lots of things to do and look at.
Cocoa Village!
I liked that it was close so close to family in Palm Bay yet wasn't expensive.
Very homely
Great city
We like the city. There was everything we needed
Easy to get around the city. Lots to see!
Melbourne has a nice, hometown feeling with friendly people.
We were in Melbourne for a High School Soccer Championship soccer game. The college was the only place we visited while we were there. Very pretty campus.