Melbourne Beach

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

Floridana 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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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 Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge and Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park.

New Melbourne Beach
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €245 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€245
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Spessard Holland Golf Course and Melbourne ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
"Rented a 1 bedroom suite with an extra bed. Very cute place, a lot of thought put into the decor. Bed was comfy enough. Amy whom I believe is the manager or owns it is super nice and helpful. There are some things that is good to know before. No handrails going up the stairs (yes stairs) to get into ..."

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2025

Melbourne Beach Resort & Surf Club
Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
4 out of 5
3040 Florida A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach vacation home in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Spessard Holland Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"This property is great for large groups. The community is relaxed and comfortable. It’s easy walking distance and access to Melbourne beach. Very nice."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
  FLORIDA BEACH HOUSE RIGHT ON THE OCEAN - Spring and Summer discounts now!
FLORIDA BEACH HOUSE RIGHT ON THE OCEAN - Spring and Summer discounts now!
Melbourne Beach
The price is €659 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
€659
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Barrier Island Center and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (22 reviews)
Loved this house and location
"This house has a comfortable warm feeling. We have 2 small well trained dogs and they loved it, too. There is a fenced area for dogs to run around and mine were busy chasing small lizards.They loved it! Most rentals do not have an area like that. The kitchen is fully equipped. It has 3 beautiful ..."

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2025

FLORIDA BEACH HOUSE RIGHT ON THE OCEAN - Spring and Summer discounts now!
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.
  FLORIDA BEACH HOUSE RIGHT ON THE OCEAN - Spring and Summer discounts now!
FLORIDA BEACH HOUSE RIGHT ON THE OCEAN - Spring and Summer discounts now!
Melbourne Beach
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Barrier Island Center and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (22 reviews)
Loved this house and location
"This house has a comfortable warm feeling. We have 2 small well trained dogs and they loved it, too. There is a fenced area for dogs to run around and mine were busy chasing small lizards.They loved it! Most rentals do not have an area like that. The kitchen is fully equipped. It has 3 beautiful ..."

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2025

FLORIDA BEACH HOUSE RIGHT ON THE OCEAN - Spring and Summer discounts now!
Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
4 out of 5
3040 Florida A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach vacation home in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Spessard Holland Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"This property is great for large groups. The community is relaxed and comfortable. It’s easy walking distance and access to Melbourne beach. Very nice."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Harbor Island Beach Club by Villatel
Mermaid Magic | New! Beach Villa w Sea Themed BR, Pool, Theater, Arcade, Game Rm
Mermaid Magic | New! Beach Villa w Sea Themed BR, Pool, Theater, Arcade, Game Rm
Melbourne Beach
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Melbourne Beach. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and concierge services. Popular attractions Spessard ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Great stay at this very fun property
"Perfect location! 5-minute walk to the beach. Nice pool, hot tub. House was clean and spacious, beds comfortable, kitchen fairly well-stocked, although no basics like salt and pepper, foil, baggies or measuring cups. Plenty of beach towels! Access to clubhouse pool was nice. Kids loved the arcade ..."

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025

Mermaid Magic | New! Beach Villa w Sea Themed BR, Pool, Theater, Arcade, Game Rm
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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