I love Historic Downtown Melbourne...it has really come a long way from when first moved here in the mid-80s. One of my favorite places to hang out when I am trying to view the beautiful (in an ugly sort of way) Manatees (some call them sea cows) is Bean Park. The Manatee is on the endangered species list so this is a real treat for us here in on the Space Coast.
Bean Park is located at 1208 East Melbourne Ave on the south side of Downtown Melbourne. It is a riverfront part (runs along Crane Creek) that has been beautifully landscaped grounds as well as plenty of parking within a short walk.
Amenities in Bean Park include:
- Pavilions (two of them)
- BBQ Grills
- Lots of park benches
- Great Manatee viewing
- Plenty of parking
- Wonderful waterfront views
- Walk to restaurants for lunch
You can actually feed the Manatees here when they are in season (my boy could spend the entire day)...FYI...bring lettuce...they do not eat meat.
Bean park is a place you will find yourself coming often. Stop at one of the really good local restaurant options...then pull up a park bench or sit in a pavilion and see if you can view a Manatee.
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