Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Melbourne travel guide

Melbourne Tourism | Melbourne Guide

You're Going to Love Melbourne

With a population of 76,068, Melbourne is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Melbourne has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Melbourne

If you’re looking for affordable options, Chart House Restaurant - Melbourne (2250 Front St) and Djon's Steak & Lobster House (522 Ocean Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Melbourne

Melbourne in July
Estimated package price
$69
2 travelers
Flight to Melbourne
3 nights at hotel
Melbourne in July
Estimated package price
$69
2 travelers
Flight to Melbourne
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Melbourne in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 50 °F, with an average temperature of 60.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 7.7″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Melbourne, with an average rainfall of 2.1″.

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How to Get to Melbourne

Plane

When flying to Melbourne, you’ll arrive at Melbourne (MLB), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Melbourne departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Melbourne is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 56 miles from Melbourne. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

When flying to Melbourne, you’ll arrive at Melbourne (MLB), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Melbourne departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Melbourne is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 56 miles from Melbourne. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Melbourne

Airlines serving Melbourne

Lufthansa
Good (8,291 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,597 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,271 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,244 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,680 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,691 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,027 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,443 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,550 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,819 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,526 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,386 reviews)
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Where to stay in Melbourne

Average rates range from around $126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $280 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include avid hotels - Melbourne - Viera, an IHG Hotel and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Melbourne Viera Town Center.

Where to stay in popular areas of Melbourne

Most booked hotels in Melbourne

Hyatt Place Melbourne/Palm Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 828 reviews)
$107+
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1412 reviews)
$161+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Palm Bay Melbourne I 95
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 268 reviews)
$108+
Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1041 reviews)
$176+
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Melbourne - I-95
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 399 reviews)
$70+
Hilton Melbourne, FL
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1002 reviews)
$120+

Renting a car in Melbourne

Renting a car in Melbourne costs $50 per day, on average, or $201 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Alamo, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Melbourne is the Budget branch at 1 Air Terminal Parkway, which is 2 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Melbourne (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Melbourne is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are, on average, 40% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Melbourne costs $50 per day, on average, or $201 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Alamo, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Melbourne is the Budget branch at 1 Air Terminal Parkway, which is 2 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Melbourne (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Melbourne is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are, on average, 40% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.