Where to stay

in Tallahassee

Set amid glorious, semitropical greenery, Tallahassee is a great urban oasis. Roadside hotels offer convenient accommodations for people passing through. Alternatively, settle into the laid-back atmosphere of the city. In the spring and fall, book a room in advance to avoid the rushes of parents coming to pick up and drop off students at the city center's two universities, Florida State University and Florida International University. With the exception of the very center of the city, Tallahassee's neighborhoods are a place where personal vehicles are generally required, so it's a good idea to bring the car for any stay.

Best Areas for Nightlife

Inner Florida doesn't have the party-focused atmosphere of the coastal cities, but the young average age of Tallahassee's population means that some neighborhoods come alive at night. Stay near Florida State University to take part in that raucous lifestyle, with budget-friendly hotels that are an easy distance from equally budget-friendly bars and clubs. Get a hotel in walkable Midtown for a more mature scene, with a large number of restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as accommodations that are also convenient for exploring the whole Tallahassee area.
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Florida State University

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Where to Stay for Nature

Some of Florida's most beautiful nature lies just outside Tallahassee's borders, contributing to a delightful stay for those who get a hotel on the outskirts. See the landscapes filmed for the Tarzan movies every morning from a hotel in Wakulla Springs, where other residents of the neighborhood are largely reptilian. Keep a camera handy in the room to be able to snap pictures of alligators as they float by. Stay in Lakewood to spend days bird-watching, biking, and exploring through large, well-preserved parks and sanctuaries a short drive from the quiet residential neighborhood's accommodations options.
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Wakulla Springs

Unique features of Wakulla Springs include the restaurants and historic sites. Make a stop by Wakulla Springs State Park or Wakulla State Forest while you're exploring the area.
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Best Towns for History

Tallahassee is a modern city, with some of Florida's most historic places a short drive away from the amenities of the city center. Just northeast, book a hotel in historic Monticello, known for its famous Saturday markets. Watch for the league of ghosts said to haunt the area's accommodations. Stay in one of Quincy's historic Victorian hotels and inns to spend the day in the contemporary atmosphere of the Gadsden Arts Center. Book a room near Florida's oldest surviving brick train station in tiny Lloyd, which is a quick drive to Tallahassee's attractions.

Monticello

You'll enjoy the wineries and coffeehouses in Monticello. You might want to make time for a stop at Monticello Opera House or St. Marks River Preserve State Park.
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Quincy

Quincy is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Torreya State Park and Gadsden County Library.
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Lloyd

Coffeehouses and sporting events are just a few things travelers like about Lloyd. A stop by Johnny Donutseed Statue is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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