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 beautiful beaches 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

Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour

2 hour Dolphin Sightseeing Tour in Melbourne Florida

Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach

Thousand Islands Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour with Cocoa Kayaking!
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Melbourne

Hotel Melby Downtown Melbourne, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The room was had water all over floor as the windows leaked. As a result the room was very very damp. There were no options to move apparently that night. Also arrived late and parking full. Was told I could either pay valet or “park across street”. This was during a tropical rainstorm. Staff was ...
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

Landing Near Historic Downtown Melbourne
Nice
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
Great location for the air show! Love the Tiki envoronment. Very few restruants within walking distance. Brunch was ok. But the cooked-fresh menu was SO much better. 2 specific items of note: * You pay for the Gelato before getting it. A VERY simple sign above the gelato would save a LOT of aggrevation. ...
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach-Port Canaveral
Bathroom and tub were not clean at all.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Melbourne Viera
The tables in the eating area were all worn down. They need a paint job or new tables. The elevator was out of service. The ice machine on the 2nd floor not working. The place needs an overall upgrade
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Cocoa Beach Suites
Excellent experience
Reviewed on Apr 16, 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 Square Mall and Paradise Beach.

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 Melbourne Square Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

