Lakeside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Activities
Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach
2 Hr Dolphin & Manatee River Cruise . Melbourne, Cocoa Beach,Fl.
Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour
Cocoa Beach 2 Hour Dolphin Sightseeing tour- public
Brevard County Tours, dolphin and manatee tours in Palm Bay, FL
Our pick of the best Lakeside Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Melbourne / Palm Bay / I-95
Clean room and no pets
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Melbourne Viera
Good
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
avid hotel Melbourne Viera by IHG
The beds and pillow were so soft I meant to see what kind they were so I could try to get the same for my home. It was super clean and quiet. I stayed by myself and I felt safe.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront
We really like this Hilton but will be glad when construction is finished so that nothing is temporarily closed or there is construction noise in the day.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Hilton Melbourne, FL
James the driver was great but missed out on housekeeping service for 2 nights and had to Call the front desk for hsk service one night guy just replace the towels but didn’t do the bed
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Melbourne-Viera Conference Ctr by IHG
Staff is very friendly
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside
Historic Downtown Melbourne
Though Historic Downtown Melbourne may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Melbourne Harbor Marina and Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Greentree Park
Though Greentree Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Brunswick Harbor Lanes and Melbourne Square Mall.
