Melbourne Beach

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Melbourne Beach
Melbourne Beach
Melbourne Beach
Melbourne Beach
Melbourne Beach
Visit this laid-back coastal town in Brevard County to enjoy the natural beauty and subtropical climate of Florida.

Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River lagoon, blessed with sunny, warm weather and offering many free and relaxing activities, Melbourne Beach is a popular destination year round.

Look for sunning alligators at the Maritime Hammock Sanctuary near Marks Landing, a dense coastal forest wedged between the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Lagoon. The shaded walk isn’t long and you can cool off in the ocean afterwards without worrying about bumping into gators.

Farther to the south, visit the Barrier Island Center, a 34-acre (almost 14-hectare) sanctuary and environmental education center near Pepper Cove. There is no admission fee for the center where you can view exhibits and short nature documentaries, greet turtles in the aquarium of the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge rescue program, follow a boardwalk and admire ocean views from the observation deck, then follow the short trail to the Indian River Lagoon. In June and July, you can join a guided sea turtle walk here as well.

To enjoy a relatively unspoiled Florida beach, visit Coconut Point to the north of town. Part of the beach is a sanctuary for hatching sea turtles around October each year.

Spessard Holland South Beach Park is another gem since it has clean sands with beautiful shells, fewer people and free parking. While there, step inside the Old Melbourne Beach Town Hall to see the local museum exhibits of its Old Town Hall History Center. Follow Oak Street north to the town center of Melbourne Beach to while away the afternoon in art galleries, souvenir shops, cafés and restaurants.

If the weather is too good to be inside, enjoy a family picnic in Ryckman Park. Play sports, go for a jog or head to the playground with the kids. For colorful sunset vistas, stroll along the central Melbourne Beach Pier, which juts a long way out over the Indian River lagoon. The shelter at the end of the pier provides excellent sun cover and you can come back here early in the day to go fishing.

Melbourne Beach, on a long and very narrow barrier island near Orlando, is conveniently served by the Orlando Melbourne International Airport, which is about 75 minutes’ drive to the northwest.

Where to stay in Melbourne Beach

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Floridana Beach

If you're spending some time in Floridana Beach, Melbourne Beach and Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park are top sights worth seeing.

Floridana Beach
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Averill Farms

While Averill Farms isn't home to many top sights, Melbourne Beach and Indialantic Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Averill Farms
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New Melbourne Beach

While New Melbourne Beach might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge and Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park.

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Aquarina

While visiting Aquarina, you might make a stop by sights like Sebastian Inlet State Park Beach and Aquarina Country Club.

Aquarina
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Beau Jeans Of Melbourne Beach

While Beau Jeans Of Melbourne Beach might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Melbourne Beach and Indialantic Beach.

Beau Jeans Of Melbourne Beach
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Sunnyland Beach

Though Sunnyland Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge and Aquarina Country Club.

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Melbourne Beach Resort & Surf Club
Melbourne Beach Resort & Surf Club
2 out of 5
3455 S Hwy A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL
The price is P13,132 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
P13,132
P16,473 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Spessard Holland Golf Course and Melbourne ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
"Being able to look out your patio door and see the Atlantic Ocean was spectacular. Also being able to step out your door and be able to walk right on the beach was outstanding. The room was spacious and very quiet The beds were maybe a three star they were just okay. The only fault I would give the ..."

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2025

Melbourne Beach Resort & Surf Club
Port d'Hiver
Port d'Hiver
4 out of 5
201 Ocean Avenue, Melbourne Beach, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P25,756 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
P25,756
P28,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly B&B in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews)
"Always a perfect stay. Quiet, over the top attention to detail, food was amazing. A secret place that you’ll want to come back to time and time again."

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2025

Port d'Hiver
Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
4 out of 5
3040 Florida A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach vacation home in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Spessard Holland Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"This property is great for large groups. The community is relaxed and comfortable. It’s easy walking distance and access to Melbourne beach. Very nice."

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
4 out of 5
3040 Florida A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach vacation home in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Spessard Holland Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"This property is great for large groups. The community is relaxed and comfortable. It’s easy walking distance and access to Melbourne beach. Very nice."

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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