Melbourne Beach

Travel Guide

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, Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park and Melbourne Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Floridana Beach
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New Melbourne Beach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in New Melbourne Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park and Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge.

New Melbourne Beach
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Averill Farms

When in Averill Farms, you can plan a visit to Melbourne Beach and Indialantic Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Averill Farms
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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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beau Jeans Of Melbourne Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Melbourne Beach and Indialantic Beach.

Beau Jeans Of Melbourne Beach
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Sunnyland Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Sunnyland Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge and Aquarina Country Club.

Sunnyland Beach
Melbourne Beach Resort & Surf Club
Melbourne Beach Resort & Surf Club
2 out of 5
3455 S Hwy A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL
The price is S$284 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
S$284
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Spessard Holland Park and Spessard ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (148 reviews)
"This hotel is located within the Archie Carr Turtle reserve and we were fortunate enough to witness baby turtles hatching and making their journey back to the sea which took place right outside of our balcony. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. Loved our stay and will return many more ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Melbourne Beach Resort & Surf Club
Port d'Hiver
Port d'Hiver
4 out of 5
201 Ocean Avenue, Melbourne Beach, FL
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! (155 reviews)
"Leave relaxed"

Reviewed on 14 Jun, 2025

Port d'Hiver
Seaglass Inn
Seaglass Inn
4 out of 5
514 Ocean Avenue, Melbourne Beach, FL
The price is S$295 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
S$295
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and bicycle rentals on site. Popular attractions Ryckman Park and Melbourne ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
"What a cute place! It’s a gem. Breakfast was tasty. The room was so comfortable- we didn’t want to leave. We borrowed bikes and rode to the beach and around the area. Good restaurants nearby too. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 5 Jul, 2025

Seaglass Inn
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.
Vacation Village at Parkway
Vacation Village at Parkway
3 out of 5
2975 Arabian Nights Blvd, Kissimmee, FL
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly condo in Kissimmee. Enjoy free WiFi, 7 outdoor pools, and 7 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,420 reviews)
"Wonderful place for staying. Pool are great"

Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025

Vacation Village at Parkway
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
4 out of 5
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, Miramar Beach, Miramar Beach, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,707 reviews)
"Excellent resort. Limited parking spaces in some locations. Customer service was timely. Great shuttle service. Pleasant staff."

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
The View Studio Suites and Event Venue
The View Studio Suites and Event Venue
3.5 out of 5
9309 S Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Orlando. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,178 reviews)
Exceptional Stay
"We stayed here for 4 days, and it was truly one of the best experiences we've had in a long time. The property is very well maintained, and everything felt clean, comfortable, and welcoming from the moment we arrived. One of the highlights of our stay was the breakfast – there were plenty of delicious ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

The View Studio Suites and Event Venue
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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