Local Melbourne Details
Melbourne Area Overview
Florida's Space Coast is set in an ideal location. Melbourne is close to everything, including 33 miles of beautiful sunny beaches, Orlando and the Kennedy Space Center are within a short drive. With excellent golfing and fishing opportunities, an exciting variety of arts, shopping and dining experiences available, and an average of 300 sunny days a year, there is plenty for visitors and residents alike to enjoy. The Space Coast is also the high-tech center of the southeast boasting an impressive list of employers in and around the Melbourne area, as well as being ranked tenth most affordable place to buy a home in the nation. For more information on the Melbourne area, visit the official website of the City of Melbourne.
Melbourne Airports
Melbourne International Airport is located right in the heart of Melbourne making it your gateway to the Space and Treasure Coasts. Served by Delta Airlines as well as regional carriers, the Melbourne airport is home to a restaurant, snack bar, gift shop and game room, and is used by over 400,000 travelers each year.Orlando International Airport (MCO) is located just one hour away. The Orlando International airport serves over 30 million domestic passengers each year, more than any other Florida airport. The airport also has more non-stop flights than any other airport in Florida. Orlando International Airport is served by more than 80 airlines and is home to 44 shops and services, 20 restaurants, 6 bars, a micro-brewery, and a hotel.
Melbourne Shopping
Melbourne is home to a wide and unique variety of shopping opportunities. Historic downtown Melbourne offers art and antique stores, specialty shops, and one-of-a-kind restaurants. There are also numerous shopping centers, discount and department stores, and a flea market. In addition, the recently renovated Melbourne Square Mall boasts over 105 stores and a food court to satisfy any shopper.
Melbourne Local Education
The Brevard County School District is the 9th largest in Florida, and educates over 68, 000 students each year. There are also numerous opportunities for continuing education with colleges such as Brevard Community College, Keiser College, Florida Institute of Technology, Florida Metropolitan University and others easily accessible within the city.
Things to do in Melbourne
There really is something for everyone to do in Melbourne. Outdoor activities include surfing, boating, fishing, scuba diving, golfing, camping, and the Brevard Zoo. Melbourne also has a thriving arts culture with 60 dramatic and musical events held annually at the 500 seat Broadway style Henegar Center for the Arts, as well as an exciting and continually changing variety of performers who come to play at the King Center for the Performing Arts. There are also many beautiful public parks scattered throughout the city which provide a tranquil place to walk, bike or picnic. Whatever catches your fancy, there is sure to be something for you to enjoy in the Florida.