Historic Downtown Melbourne Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Historic Downtown Melbourne
Historic Downtown Melbourne
Historic Downtown Melbourne
Historic Downtown Melbourne
Historic Downtown Melbourne

Popular places to visit

Florida Institute of Technology

Florida Institute of Technology

Enjoy the student vibe at Florida Institute of Technology as part of your travels around Melbourne. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Florida Institute of Technology
Brevard Zoo

Brevard Zoo

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Brevard Zoo home during your travels in Melbourne. Discover the breathtaking sunrises in this family-friendly area or enjoy its surfing spots.

Brevard Zoo
Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden

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.

Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden
Ritch Grissom Memorial Wetlands at Viera

Ritch Grissom Memorial Wetlands at Viera

Explore the great outdoors at Ritch Grissom Memorial Wetlands at Viera, a lovely green space in Melbourne. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Ritch Grissom Memorial Wetlands at Viera

USSSA Space Coast Complex

Catch an event at USSSA Space Coast Complex and enjoy other activities in Melbourne such as surfing.Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its local chocolate shops.

USSSA Space Coast Complex

The Avenue Viera

You can enjoy retail therapy at The Avenue Viera during your visit to Melbourne. Discover the breathtaking sunrises in this family-friendly area or enjoy its surfing spots.

The Avenue Viera

Activities

Come see the playful dolphins up close!

2 hour Dolphin Sightseeing Tour in Melbourne Florida

AU$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2 hour Dolphin Sightseeing Tour in Melbourne Florida
Explore the Wonderful World of the Oz Books in a way that you have never seen before...

Wizard of OZ Museum tour

AU$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wizard of OZ Museum tour
Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach

Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach

AU$85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach
Watch the waterway GLOW around your kayaks and animals!

Thousand Islands Bioluminescent Kayak Tour with Cocoa Kayaking!

AU$116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Thousand Islands Bioluminescent Kayak Tour with Cocoa Kayaking!
Dolphin Adventure Sail in Cocoa Beach

Dolphin Adventure Sail in Cocoa Beach

AU$78
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dolphin Adventure Sail in Cocoa Beach
Feeling weightless in a kayak while watching the sunset over the Thousand Islands Conservation Area on a kayak tour with Fin Expeditions.

Sunset Tour Mangrove, Dolphins, Manatee #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach

AU$96
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sunset Tour Mangrove, Dolphins, Manatee #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach
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Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Melbourne Hotel Deals

Hotel Melby Downtown Melbourne, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Melby Downtown Melbourne, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
801 E Strawbridge Ave, Melbourne, FL
The price is AU$220 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$220
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"I love this place walking distance to restaurants and bars beautiful large clean rooms"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Hotel Melby Downtown Melbourne, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral

3 out of 5
1275 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL
The price is AU$180 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$180
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cocoa Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,041 reviews)
"The shuttle service was excellent"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral
Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront

Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront

3.5 out of 5
1550 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL
The price is AU$292 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$292
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Cocoa Beach. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a beach locale, and 2 beach bars. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,341 reviews)
"Everything was as expected."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
Cocoa Beach Suites

Cocoa Beach Suites

2 out of 5
3655 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL
The price is AU$136 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$136
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cocoa Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,162 reviews)
"10/10 would stay again"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Cocoa Beach Suites
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Melbourne Viera

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Melbourne Viera

3 out of 5
7200 George T Edwards Dr, Melbourne, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$110 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$110
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,216 reviews)
"This was great and close to where we have to go"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Melbourne Viera
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront

4 out of 5
1665 N. StateRoute A1A, Indialantic, FL
The price is AU$308 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$308
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Indialantic. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Everything was good, we love the ocean view Bed very comfortable. Lotion close to the sink"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Melbourne

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Forest Creek

Though Forest Creek may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden and Melbourne Square Mall.

Forest Creek
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Indian River Bluff

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indian River Bluff and surrounding area, you can visit Melbourne Square Mall and Indialantic Beach.

Indian River Bluff
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Lakeside

While Lakeside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Andretti Thrill Park and Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden.

Lakeside
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Westbrooke

While there might not be top attractions in Westbrooke, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Melbourne Square Mall and Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden.

Westbrooke
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Melbourne Estates

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Melbourne Estates and surrounding area, you can visit Melbourne Square Mall and Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden.

Melbourne Estates
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Sunny Point

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sunny Point and surrounding area, you can visit Melbourne Square Mall and Satellite Beach Beach.

Sunny Point

Historic Downtown Melbourne Travel Guide

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