Things to do in Florida

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Florida Attractions

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LEGOLAND® Florida Tickets

LEGOLAND® Florida Tickets

$39
per traveler
86% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Florida Tickets
Starlite Infinity Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater

Starlite Infinity Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater

$37
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Starlite Infinity Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater
The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission

The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission

$36
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options

Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options

$34
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options
Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours

Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours

$37
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sunset Celebration Cruise on Tropics Boat Tours
Miami Millionaires Sightseeing Cruise

Miami Millionaires Sightseeing Cruise

$18
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Miami Millionaires Sightseeing Cruise
2 Hour Sunset Cruise in Clearwater, Florida

2 Hour Sunset Cruise in Clearwater, Florida

$39
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
2 Hour Sunset Cruise in Clearwater, Florida
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Florida must see attractions

1. Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort is the perfect place to stay in Orlando as a large number of the area’s star attractions are within easy driving distance. Two sights that should be at the top of every visitor’s itinerary is the wonderful Disney's Boardwalk and the ever-popular Disney's Osprey Ridge Golf Course. Two other great attractions you’ll find within a short distance of Walt Disney World® Resort are the Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and the Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course.
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2. Universal Studios Florida

Visit Universal Studios Florida to discover cutting-edge attractions based on pop-culture icons, Hollywood blockbuster films and hit television shows. This Orlando theme park will transport you into a highly imaginative world where you can leap through the screen and become the star.
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3. Universal Orlando Resort

A visit to Universal Orlando Resort offers a memorable vacation for all the family, with accommodation, entertainment and theme park thrills all in one place. You can choose a hotel from eight options that include standard rooms and a multitude of suites to accommodate every style, size and budget.
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4. Disney Springs™

For a town that provides all the essentials when you’re not at one of the area’s Disney attractions, visit Florida’s Disney Springs®. Within walking distance of major hotels and resorts are more than 100 shops and 60 dining venues as well as fun attractions. Ride a hot air balloon to view the Disney complex from aloft or travel on Lake Buena Vista and its canals in an Italian water taxi or amphibious car.
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5. Fort Lauderdale Beach

Having shed its reputation as merely a spring break destination for college students, this stretch of coast is enjoying a renaissance and a very different audience. Fort Lauderdale Beach has transformed itself over the past two decades, through efforts of the local town council, and is today one of Florida’s most stylish stretches of coast. Visit and experience today’s Fort Lauderdale.
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6. Magic Kingdom® Park

The first of the Florida-based theme parks, the Magic Kingdom® Theme Park is still central to most Orlando vacations. Six fantasy lands across 107 acres (43 hectares), morning-through-night entertainment and animatronic Disney characters all help to create an unforgettable experience for the entire family. Magic Kingdom® Theme Park was created from the vision of Walt Disney and opened in 1971.
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7. Hollywood Beach

Adorned with a range of cafés, restaurants and deluxe resorts, Hollywood Beach is the principal strand in the heart of the Florida town of Hollywood. It runs alongside the busy Hollywood Broadwalk and offers all types of entertaining activities. Cycle along the promenade, taking in the sights of the sandy stretch and the Atlantic Ocean beyond it.
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What to do in Florida

Free Things to Do in Florida

They say the best things in life are free. Make sure you explore the following around Florida:

Depot Museum - Wander the halls and marvel at the interesting displays and unique collections at this respected museum.

Donaldson Park - Prepare a picnic and enjoy a relaxing stroll around the beautiful plants.

Things to Do in Florida with Kids

There are loads of incredible experiences in Florida that the whole gang will love. Here are a few of the top family friendly experiences around.

 

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Big Talbot Island State Park

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Go wildlife spotting and admire great views across marshes and the Atlantic Ocean in this nature reserve on the east coast of Florida.
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Where to stay in Florida

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Rosemary Beach

Rosemary Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach while you're in town.

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South Beach

Visitors to South Beach rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and great live music. You might also want to make some time to see Collins Avenue Shopping Area or Lincoln Road Mall while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Seacrest

Seacrest is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach.

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Seagrove Beach

Travelers come to Seagrove Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Seaside Beach and Seagrove Beach West while you're in town.

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Lower Grand Lagoon

While visiting Lower Grand Lagoon, you might make a stop by sights like Panama City Beaches and St. Andrews State Park.

 

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Popular day trips from Florida

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Key West

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Fort Lauderdale

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Jacksonville

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Miami

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Melbourne

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Marathon

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Orlando

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West Palm Beach

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Florida on a sunny day?
What to do in Florida on a rainy day?
There's no need to squelch your way through a damp day when there are so many excellent indoor activities like these on offer:


What is Florida famous for?
With loads of well-known attractions like these to discover, your most challenging decision will be what to see first:

  • Walt Disney World®
  • SeaWorld® Orlando
  • PortMiami
  • Universal Studios Florida

What should I not miss in Florida?
Don't venture home without checking off the following sensational sights:

  • Port Everglades
  • Port Canaveral
  • Magic Kingdom® Park
  • Orange County Convention Center

Are there cheap things to do in Florida?
What can you do in Florida for free?
You could store your credit card in the hotel safe for the day, because these fantastic attractions won't cost you a dime:

  • PortMiami
  • University of Florida
  • Arcadia Opera House Museum
  • Port Everglades

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