Things to do in Florida

Q: What are the top things to do in Florida?

The top things to do in Florida are: Bayside Marketplace Fort Lauderdale Beachfront Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale Mallory Square

Q: What are the top activities in Florida?

Top activities in Florida include: Speedboat Sightseeing Tour of Miami Key West Sunset Sail with Full Bar, Live Music & Hors D'oeuvres Miami to Key West Day Trip with Activity Options Miami Combo: City Tour, Biscayne Bay Cruise and Everglades Airboat Ride Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

Q: What are the top things to do near Florida?

Check out things to do near Florida: Tampa Orlando Fort Myers St Augustine Fort Lauderdale

Q: What do I need to know before visiting Florida?

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Here comes the sunshine

There’s more to this panhandle US state than just Walt Disney’s Magic Kingdom. An airboat experience in the Everglades showcases one of the world’s largest wetlands, the powdery sand beaches on the Gulf of Mexico offer the perfect getaway, and a walking tour of Miami’s vibrant food scene lets travelers in on some of the eclectic elements that make up Florida’s spirit. From Kennedy Space Center to the string of islands that make up the Florida Keys to, yes, Orlando’s ubiquitous theme parks, the Sunshine State mixes outdoor adventure, diverse culture, and family fun to form an all-in-one destination that delights all ages.

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Bayside Marketplace

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Bayside Marketplace, a vibrant waterfront mall in downtown Miami—and the city’s most-visited attraction—sits above Biscayne Bay and features many shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The open-air market has more than 100 shops ranging from apparel to bath products to electronics, and often live performers are on hand to keep shoppers entertained.More

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Fort Lauderdale Beachfront

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Thanks to more than 23 miles (37 kilometers) of pristine sand, visitors to the Fort Lauderdale beachfront are spoiled for choice when it comes to water sports and sunbathing spots. Spend the day swimming, windsurfing, deep-sea fishing, or more—or stay on land playing volleyball, jogging, or just kicking back in a lounge chair.More

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Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

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If you've ever dreamt of swimming with manatees in their natural habitat, Florida’s Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge is where to go. Established in 1983, the 177-acre (71-hectare) refuge is home to America’s largest concentration of the 1,000-pound gentle giants. West Indian Manatees flock to the more than 70 turquoise-colored springs in Crystal River for warmth during winter. With hundreds of manatees in a small area, sightings are frequent.More

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Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale

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Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale is a linear public park located by the New River in the historic downtown district of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Its tropical landscaping and winding pathways link some of the city’s best attractions.More

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Mallory Square

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Overflowing with Key West quirkiness, Mallory Square draws a crowd at sunset thanks to its many restaurants, street performers, and daily Sunset Celebration. During the day, visitors come for some of Key West’s best shopping and to admire the open-air sculpture garden, which pays tribute to famous local residents.More

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Intracoastal Waterway Fort Lauderdale

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Stretching 3,000 miles (4,800 kilometers) between the United States' Atlantic and Gulf coasts, Fort Lauderdale's Intracoastal Waterway provides easy access to maritime activities and on-shore attractions along the 300 miles (483 kilometers) of inland canals that wind through south Florida's unmistakable sky-high resorts and Everglades ecosystem.More

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Flagler College

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With its red-tiled roofs and wide landscaped lawns, the campus of Flager College features some of the most beautiful Spanish Renaissance architecture in the country. It is routinely named one of the most beautiful universities in the United States, which makes sense given that it was converted into a school from a former resort.The Ponce de Leon luxury hotel (now the college) was first built in 1888. Today it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and was one of the first buildings to granted electricity by General Electric. Often sunny, Flagler College is also a remarkably pleasant place to stroll through. Its brick archways, gleaming fountains, and tall palm trees are reminiscent of southern Spain.Luxurious details such as Tiffany stained glass windows and painted murals now adorn campus facilities such as dining halls, but that doesn’t make them any less beautiful to behold. Don’t miss the original lobby complete with an elegant 68-foot domed ceiling.More

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St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum

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Located at the nation’s oldest port, the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum offers visitors a chance to step back in time by exploring the active lighthouse and various educational exhibits. The black-and-white striped, red-topped lighthouse, built in 1874, welcomes guests to climb up for sweeping views of the Florida coast.More

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Kennedy Space Center

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The Kennedy Space Center has been hurtling humans and shuttles into space since 1968 and is still a primary site for NASA launches. Parts of the sprawling campus are open to the public with daily tours offering opportunities to interact with real astronauts, test your skills with a simulated space flight, and see artifacts from the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo programs.More

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Las Olas Boulevard

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You can spend a full day strolling up and down this eclectic South Florida district, which is filled with art galleries, boutiques, and al fresco dining options. The 10 blocks that span all the way to the ocean are lined with palm trees and Mediterranean architecture, and set the stage for a relaxing day or night in Fort Lauderdale.More

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Clearwater Beach

6,107

With expansive white sand beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, Clearwater Beach is a waterfront Florida community known for its aquatic activities and warm, turquoise waters. Clearwater Beach is an ideal launching pad for kayaking, parasailing, boating, and biking. It’s known as being more low-key than its southern neighbor, the bustling St. Pete Beach, and many consider Clearwater Beach to be among the best beaches in America.More

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Little Havana

12,529

Vibrant Cuban culture permeates every aspect of the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, Florida—you’ll find it in the colorful murals, the monuments to heroes past and present, the residents facing off in the domino park as they discuss politics, and in the cigar rollers at work amidst the ever-present aroma of Cuban coffee.More

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Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum

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Nestled among towering palm trees on Key West, the Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum allows you to see where one of the United States’ most famous writers and greatest thinkers lived and worked. The Hemingway Home is a National Historic Landmark and Literary Landmark, and recorded at the Library of Congress as an Historic American Building.More

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Wynwood

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Wynwood is home to an art exhibition that includes access to more than 35 hand-sprayed murals, two street-art galleries, and retail stores. Located in Miami’s Wynwood district, the “outdoor museum” boasts a constantly changing collection of murals by some of the world’s top graffiti and street artists.More

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Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

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Encompassing 2,900 square miles (4,667 square kilometers, Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary protects an underwater world that’s home to the world’s third-largest barrier reef and more than 6,000 marine life species. Plus, several shipwrecks pay homage to the maritime heritage of the Atlantic.More

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Miami to Key West Day Trip with Activity Options

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Miami Combo: City Tour, Biscayne Bay Cruise and Everglades Airboat Ride

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Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

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Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami

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Florida Everglades Airboat Tour and Wild Florida Admission with Optional Lunch

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Key West Sunset Dinner Cruise with Tropical Buffet Dinner

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City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise

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Calypso Queen Tropical Party Buffet Cruise

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Half-Day Cruise from Key West with Kayaking and Snorkeling

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3 - 4 hours Everglades Tour from Miami

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Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer

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Half Day Snorkel Trip on Reefs in the Florida Keys

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Florida Everglades Airboat Adventure and Wildlife Encounter

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St. Augustine Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

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Miami Boat Tour - Discover Biscayne Bay & Celebrity Island Homes [90Min]

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One-Hour Airboat Tour

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Key West Day Trip from Miami with Activities

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What people are saying about Florida

Manatee Viewing Cruise

Brenda_M

, May 2023

Great manatee day

Getting to see the Manatees was awesome, I have lived in Florida for 30 years and just now getting to see them.

Miami Small-Group Night Tour with Skyview Wheel

Brian_L

, May 2023

Highlight while in Florida

Miami is an amazing city to see at night.

Manatee Adventure, Everglades Style Airboat, Lunch, Wildlife Park & Transport

Christopher_L

, Apr 2023

A great way to spend a day in Florida!

Incredible day out to see the beauty of Florida.

Great time on this beautiful boat. Staff were wonderful!

Gulf of Mexico Sunset Cruise from Naples

Margaret_N

, Apr 2023

Great time on this beautiful boat. Staff were wonderful!

Great way to see sunset.

Everglades Airboat Tour in Fort Lauderdale

Eve_B

, Mar 2023

What a wild ride!

We came to Florida to visit the grandparents during spring break and they surprised us with the Everglades Airboat Tour!

Dolphin and Manatee Boat Tour in 10,000 Islands NWR

Elissa_S

, Mar 2023

Great tour!

Great to see some of Florida’s islands and wildlife.

90-min Everglades Airboat Tour in Central Florida

Susan_D

, Mar 2023

Unique Florida experience

The ride gave a unique vantage point to see nature and Florida , highly recommend .

Wild Florida Drive-Thru Safari and Gator Park Admission

Star_A

, Mar 2023

Great Time!

We were looking for something different to do on Spring Break and happened to stumble upon for website.

Fort Lauderdale to Key West Tour with Optional Add-ons

Angela_B

, Mar 2023

Worth the Trip

It was a great way to see the Florida Keys, for a day trip, on our trip to Fort Lauderdale.

Wekiva River Guided Kayak Tour

Maryann_S

, Mar 2023

Great kayaking tour!

A great way to spend 4-5 hrs outside of the usual crowded typical Orlando area attractions & view the natural beauty of Florida’s environment.

Naples Florida Electric Trike Tour

Ernest_S

, Feb 2023

Must do

The tour allowed us to see things that we never would have known about

3 hour small group all inclusive manatee swim with free photo package !

Lorraine_H

, Feb 2023

Incredible experience

The springs were cool to see.

1-Hour Evening Airboat Ride

Ralaina_T

, Jan 2023

Better than I could have imagined!!!

I really loved how peaceful it was out on the lake when we stopped and got to see all of the cool birds!

Everglades Airboat Safari

Barry_N

, Jan 2023

The Everglades for me 2023

I could not understand the drivers comments in English, too fast and too accented.

Florida Everglades Airboat Adventure and Wildlife Encounter

Gregory_A

, Jan 2023

Fast ,Loud,and Fun

Like they say try to go earlier in the day if you want to see anything.

Enjoy kayaking with helpful guides in a beautiful setting

2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Rock Springs (Small-Group)

Debbie_S

, Dec 2022

Enjoy kayaking with helpful guides in a beautiful setting

We enjoyed the chance to see a different part of Florida, get some exercise and experience with kayaking.

2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Rock Springs (Small-Group)

Jason_W

, Nov 2022

Strongly Recommend

Kayaking in a beautiful spring is an amazing experience!

Wild & Scenic Loxahatchee River Guided Tour

Randee_S

, Apr 2023

BOOK THIS TRIP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!!!!

with the summer coming and the lack of rain we have had, the water level is so low.

Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale

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, Mar 2023

Best last minute decision

So I googled things to do in Fort Lauderdale and the jungle queen cruise came up and we decided let to do!

Sunset Sail

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, Feb 2023

Spectacular Sunset Sail

What a great way to see the sunset with two people running it that really make you feel at home.

When to visit

The Sunshine State is—you guessed it—quite sunny year-round. Summer is undoubtedly the most popular time to visit, though snowbirds and locals love the cool(er) weather winter brings. The shoulder seasons are ideal for most visitors. Spring brings outdoor fun like SunFest in the south and the Interstate Mullet Toss in the Panhandle. Fall is just as wonderful (hurricanes permitting), as manatees start arriving in Silver Springs State Park and international boat shows fill the waters.

Getting around

No doubt about it: You need a car to get around Florida. Interstates 4, 10, 75, and 95 act as arteries connecting cities like Miami to St. Augustine, Tampa to Orlando, Naples to Fort Lauderdale, and Pensacola to Jacksonville. Intercity travel varies; most cities have extensive bus routes and ridesharing is always an option. With flat roads and a beach never more than 60 miles away, you’ll be thankful for the flexibility—and air conditioning—a rental car provides.

Traveler tips

Florida’s theme parks and beaches are the major draw, but this state is so much more than its main attractions. Venture into the interior of the Panhandle and get lost in natural bliss in places like the Apalachicola National Forest and Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. Plan your itinerary with history in mind, too. Two of the country’s first incorporated African-American cities were founded in what’s now Sanford and Eatonville, and they’ve got the Southern and soul food to prove it.

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