Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Melbourne travel guide

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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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Melbourne to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Melbourne

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ember & Oak () and Chart House Restaurant - Melbourne (2250 Front St) are great picks.

When to visit Melbourne

Melbourne in September
Estimated hotel price
$201
1 night at 3-star hotel
Melbourne in September
Estimated hotel price
$201
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Melbourne in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10 °C, with an average temperature of 16 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 196 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Melbourne, with an average rainfall of 53 mm.

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How to Get to Melbourne

Plane

When flying to Melbourne, you’ll arrive at Melbourne (MLB), which is located 4 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Melbourne from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 47m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Melbourne, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Melbourne to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $45 for a 2h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Melbourne is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 91 km from Melbourne. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Miami Life Cars, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Melbourne, including Jet Set Express, Bus and FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to Melbourne takes 177 km and will cost you around $57. From Lake Worth, the ticket costs about $39 for a journey of 266 km. Melbourne’s bus station is located 9 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Melbourne, you’ll arrive at Melbourne (MLB), which is located 4 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Melbourne from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 47m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Melbourne, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Melbourne to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $45 for a 2h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Melbourne is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 91 km from Melbourne. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Miami Life Cars, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Melbourne, including Jet Set Express, Bus and FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to Melbourne takes 177 km and will cost you around $57. From Lake Worth, the ticket costs about $39 for a journey of 266 km. Melbourne’s bus station is located 9 km from the city centre.

Airports near Melbourne

MLBMelbourne
DABDaytona Beach
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Melbourne

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Melbourne

Average rates range from around $369 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $183 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

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Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$337+
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DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$346+
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Crowne Plaza Melbourne-Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$274+
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Hilton Melbourne, FL
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$227+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Melbourne
2 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$128+
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Radisson Suite Hotel Oceanfront, FL
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
$324+
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Hiring a car in Melbourne

Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Melbourne is the Budget branch at 1 Air Terminal Parkway, which is 3 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.52 per litre in Melbourne (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.15 and $24.20. The most frequently booked car type in Melbourne is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Melbourne is the Budget branch at 1 Air Terminal Parkway, which is 3 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.52 per litre in Melbourne (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.15 and $24.20. The most frequently booked car type in Melbourne is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Melbourne

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$130/day

Intermediate SUV

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$130/day

Economy
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