Historic Downtown Melbourne
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Popular places to visit
Florida Institute of Technology
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Florida Institute of Technology during your stay in Melbourne. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Brevard Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who call Brevard Zoo home during your travels in Melbourne. Discover the beautiful sunrises in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its surfing spots.
Melbourne Square Mall
During your visit to Melbourne, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Melbourne Square Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden
Built around a tropical hammock and stream, this peaceful, landscaped natural realm in Melbourne is a lush getaway from the sandy beaches of Florida.
USSSA Space Coast Complex
Catch an event at USSSA Space Coast Complex, and enjoy other activities in Melbourne such as surfing. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its local chocolate shops.
The Avenue Viera
You can do some window-shopping at The Avenue Viera during your visit to Melbourne. Discover the beautiful sunrises in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its surfing spots.
Things to do
Brevard County Tours, dolphin and manatee tours in Palm Bay, FL
2 hour Dolphin Sightseeing Tour in Melbourne Florida
Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour
Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach
Merritt Island: CraigCat Rental
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Melbourne
Hotel Melby Downtown Melbourne, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Cool Location
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Landing Near Historic Downtown Melbourne
Property was clean and well appointed .
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
The room was clean but well worn, the bed was comfortable, linens were average. The bartenders and drinks were a highlight. The beach is very nice in this area. The pool area felt particularly crowded as the area around it is very small and not much seating adjacent. I am a pool guy, not an ocean ...
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral
Adequate, but nothing to get excited about. The breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Melbourne Viera
Good couple days before cruise
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Cocoa Beach Suites
Carpet was filthy. After taking off shoes and wlking in room, our socks were black. After taking off socks, our feet were black. It was really gross. We all went to bed with dirty feet.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Melbourne
Forest Creek
While Forest Creek might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden and Melbourne Square Mall.
Indian River Bluff
While Indian River Bluff might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Melbourne Harbor Marina and Melbourne Square Mall.
Lakeside
When in Lakeside, you can plan a visit to Andretti Thrill Park and Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Westbrooke
When in Westbrooke, you can plan a visit to Melbourne Square Mall and Max K. Rodes Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Melbourne Estates
Melbourne Estates might not have many top sights, but Melbourne Square Mall and Max K. Rodes Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sunny Point
While Sunny Point isn't home to many top sights, Paradise Beach and Indian Harbor Beach Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
