Attractions & Activities across Florida
Travel information about attractions of Florida including zoos, beaches and national parks, museums, theme parks and water parks, trails, wildlife and historical landmarks.
With everything from beaches to historic landmarks, from theme parks to wildlife in abundance, the Sunshine State offers a wealth of attractions that make Florida the vacation state to beat all states.
Florida Wineries & Wine Trail
I bet when you think of Florida you envision palm trees swaying in the breeze, white sandy beaches, lots of sunshine, and miles and miles of orange groves! Well, you’d…
Florida Wildlife
Wildlife, nature, and natural attractions of Florida Florida wildlife is wonderfully diverse. As you probably already know, some species can pack enough muscle power, venom, or poison to be deadly….
Florida Water Parks
Travel information about the water parks of Florida Take a splash in some the country’s best loved water parks where fun for all the family includes everything from thrill rides…
Trails of Florida
Travel information about the trails of Florida While Florida is well known for the glitz and glamour of the roller coasters and palm trees, this state is also home to…
Florida Theme Parks Guide
Travel information about the theme parks of Florida Take a taste of the world famous theme parks of Central Florida like Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Busch Gardens, or…
Florida Museums
Some of the cities and their neighborhoods are living museums. Venture to St. Augustine, the “Nation’s Oldest City,” and behold life during the 1740’s through inkwells, ironware and beeswax candles…
Florida Historic Landmarks
HISTORICAL LANDMARKS OF FLORIDA Travel information about the historical landmarks of Florida National Historic Landmarks are historic sites recommended by the National Park Service and designated by the Secretary of…
Florida Parks
From the Gulf Islands National Seashore in Northwest Florida, to the Everglades National Park in Florida’s south, there are 11 National Parks in the Sunshine State. NATIONAL PARKS OF NORTHWEST…
Zoos in Florida
Comprehensive Look at Florida Zoos The state of Florida is most famous for its theme parks, but many travelers will be pleasantly surprised to find out Florida also houses some…
10 Experiences Of A Lifetime Can Be Found In Florida
Florida has a plethora of one-of-a-kind activities to offer. The state’s rich history, long coastlines, and tropical climate provide endless opportunities for one-of-a-kind adventures. If your Florida bucket list is…
FLORIDA BEACHES
Sandy beaches account for 1,350 miles of The Sunshine State’s varied coastline, from the award-winning Blue Wave beaches to America’s Best Beaches rated by “Dr Beach” .
FLORIDA ZOOS
Zoos in Florida are truly interactive experiences, with fun encounters with both native species like manatees and alligators and non-native animals like giraffes, elephants, penguins, and zebras. Some have wildlife conservation components that are both interactive and effective in protecting endangered and threatened species animals all over the world, and they all have shows, field trips, and other hands-on events.
NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARKS OF FLORIDA
Historic sites recommended by the National Park Service and designated by the Secretary of the Interior as having special significance for the nation in illustrating and celebrating the heritage of the USA. Today, less than 2,400 historic places throughout the USA have been designated as National Historic Landmarks. 35 of those are in Florida.
FLORIDA MUSEUMS
Some of Florida’s most famous museums are The Museum of Florida History in Tallahassee which is home to the largest collection of Spanish-colonial gold and silver, the Kennedy Space Center, and the National Museum of Naval Aviation in Pensacola where you can learn lessons from naval pilots, astronauts, and pioneers.
NATIONAL PARKS OF FLORIDA
While it is well known for the glitz and glamour of roller coasters and palm trees, it should not be forgotten that Florida has millions of acres of undeveloped public land on which there are state parks, national forests, wildlife refuges and preserves. There are 11 National Parks in Florida.
FLORIDA THEME PARKS
There are hundreds of theme parks across Florida, several of which are centered in the Greater Orlando Area which is known as the home of Disney World and the EPCOT Center, Universal Orlando Resort and Seaworld Orlando. Other theme parks like Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay, and Adventure Island in Key West, and water parks and zoos are scattered across Florida with access from any of the major cities.
WILDLIFE OF FLORIDA
If you’re seeking to explore the outdoors, the State of Florida has many great destinations like the only subtropical preserve in North America, Everglades National Park – nature’s playground with its luscious wetlands and more than 150 miles of canoeing and walking trails.
With more than 1,200 kinds of animals, Florida ranks third in the nation in wildlife diversity, and with a record number of parks, preserves, and refuges, it is no wonder that the Florida State Parks organization was again awarded the National Recreation and Parks Association’s Gold Medal Award, honoring Florida as having the “Nation’s Best State Park Service” making Florida the first two-time winner.