Flights from Montréal to Orlando-Melbourne, FL

Home to History

Eau Gallie began as the homestead of a former United States Army officer in 1859. A year later, it was officially recognized as a town. Today, its residents are determined to retain its historic charm. Travel to one of the most historic parts of Florida when you fly from Montréal to Orlando-Melbourne.

Visit the Eau Gallie Historic District Main Street for a unique take on the area’s artistic and cultural heritage. Bridging the old and the new, the centre has literally changed the city’s landscape. Commissioning murals across the area, the colourful artwork depicts native wildlife and the cultural growth of the neighbourhood.

However, Eau Gallie’s historic homes continue to retain much of their old-world appeal. Head over to the Historic Rossetter House Museum for a peek into the past. The home was owned by the Rossetter family, who settled in Eau Gallie back in 1902. Today, you can take a guided tour of the beautiful home and its lavish gardens.

Another historic house to visit is the Treutler House, later known as the Winchester Symphony House, which shelters the offices of the Brevard Symphony Orchestra. The building may be a bit on the small side for a lively concert, but you can walk over to the King Center for the Performing Arts, for the orchestra’s soul-stirring renditions.

On the vibrant Highland Avenue, you’ll discover some more things to do in Melbourne. Help preserve history with a few snapshots of the 19th century buildings around Eau Gallie Square. These memories are a keepsake until your next trip to Orlando-Melbourne from Montréal.

Surf’s up on Cocoa Beach

Fly from Montréal to Orlando-Melbourne for the sweet sound of waves rolling into Cocoa Beach.

A renowned surfing destination, soak in the seawater while riding a perfect wave towards the sandy shores. If you’ve always wanted to learn to surf, then you’ve come to the right place; you’ll find plenty of willing teachers along the miles of sandy beaches.

Watch the spectacular antics of the surfers from the Cocoa Beach Pier. With a reputation as the surfing capital of the East Coast, this grandstand is the place to be for surfing talent. Remember to snap a photo before running along the 800-foot boardwalk, trailing into the Atlantic Ocean.

The pier’s towering presence this far out into the water makes it a great fishing location. Even if you don’t catch a bite, the nearby restaurants serve up some delicious seafood. After your meal, explore some of the shops along the beach. You’ll be tempted by the surf shops with their trendy surfboards and hip accessories.

Take a break from the water and head over to Lori Wilson Park. Stroll down the “I Dream of Jeannie” Lane, named in honour of the hit 1960s TV show. Much of the series, about a genie and astronaut, was filmed in Cocoa Beach. Escape into the nearby ice cream parlours on North Atlantic Avenue, where you can fulfill a wish for something sweet.

Walk down the park’s winding boardwalk back to the beach. The elevated pathway crosses over a small coastal forest, with its own airborne residents including songbirds that fly south every winter.

Like the birds, escape to the sunshine state on a flight to Orlando-Melbourne from Montréal.