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.
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.
USSSA Space Coast Complex
Catch an event at USSSA Space Coast Complex and enjoy other activities in Melbourne such as surfing.Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Wickham Park
Wickham Park is just one of the places to see in Melbourne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Sunset Catamaran Sail in Cocoa Beach
Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour
Cocoa Beach 2 Hour Dolphin Sightseeing tour- public
Guided Kayak Tour with Manatee & Dolphin Sightings
Indian River Clear Bottom Kayak or Paddleboarding Manatee and Dolphin Tour
Our pick of the best Lakeside Hotel Deals
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Melbourne Viera
clean room, good breakfast
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Melbourne / Palm Bay / I-95
Great staff and clean rooms!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
avid hotel Melbourne Viera by IHG
Good hotel
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Melbourne-Viera Conference Ctr by IHG
Yes, I will stay again there due to job purposes. I will definitely stay here again every time I have to work Melbourne. I will love to stay here again
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront
Room was clean and people were friendly needed a microwave in the room
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront
Sitting room, bedroom,balcony. Sea view, direct beach access. Very helpful, welcoming staff. Everything in good order. Need to drive to reach anything other than the beach. Hotel restaurant was good for us.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 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 Melbourne Harbor Marina.
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 Harbor Marina and Melbourne Square Mall.
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.
