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Top 10 Attractions in Florida

Florida isn't called the sunshine state for nothing. With golden rays all year-round, and being the second-largest state east of the Mississippi, a lifetime isn't enough to see everything in Florida! However, here are some pretty good places to start.

Walt Disney World
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Walt Disney World

The happiest place in the world, Walt Disney World welcomes millions of national and international visitors each year, adults and children alike!

Miami Beach

Miami Beach

Discover this Atlantic beach and how its delights go past sand and sea: check out the Botanical Gardens!

Kennedy Space Center

Kennedy Space Center

An out-of-this-world experience devoted to all things NASA. Stroll the US Astronaut Hall of Fame, take a simulated shuttle flight, and visit the Rocket Garden.

Florida Keys

Florida Keys

The Keys are ideal for a vacation, whether you're looking for action-packed or relaxed. Key West, the biggest island, also holds the Ernest Hemingway museum!

Tampa Theater

This isn't just any old theater - it's on the US National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1926, it's a lovely place to visit today - and not just to catch a movie!

Busch Gardens
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Busch Gardens

At Tampa's Busch Gardens, you can get white-knuckle thrills on rollercoasters and see animals like giraffes all within a few acres of each other.

Salvador Dali Museum
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Salvador Dali Museum

Dedicated to the eccentric Spanish painter, the Salvador Dali Museum in St. Petersburg will enthrall art fans. Check out the permanent exhibition of his works.

Wizarding World of Harry Potter
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Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Are you still waiting on your Hogwarts acceptance letter? In the meantime you can still go shopping on Diagon Alley, ride through Gringotts, and watch the Tri-Wizard Tournament.

Everglades

Everglades

As the largest subtropical national park in the country, the Everglades is a must-visit for all outdoorsy types. Spot animals like crocodiles in protected wilderness!

Sea Islands

Lesser known than the Keys, this chain of islands in the north of the state is a little more laid-back. Relax in the company of idyllic beach houses and white sands.

Our insider tips

When should I go?

Florida is one of the southernmost American states, so it will be warm throughout the year. If you are not a fan of hot and humid weather, it is best to avoid the peak summer months.

When do things open?

Generally, most attractions open around 9:00AM, but there will definitely be lines at the most popular ones. It may be worth your while to have an early start when going to Walt Disney World, for example.

What should I wear?

The most important thing is to keep yourself protected from the blazing sun - that means reapplying sunscreen, staying in the shade around midday, and drinking plenty of water to prevent dehydration.

Good to know

  • Language
    English
  • Currency
    USD ($)
  • Time Zone
    UTC (-05:00)
  • Country Code
    +1
  • Best time to visit
    Spring and early fall tend to be the best times to visit if you like the sunshine, but don't want intense heat and humidity.

What people are saying about Florida

Amazing experience. Fantastic Manatee encounter! Great Guides!

Our local, experienced captain and guide took us out on the fantastic waters of Kings Bay in the Crystal River. There, we had an amazing experience swimming with manatees! We even saw a mother nursing her calf! My first impression - whoa! I didn't realize that they were sooooo big! Bring your underwater camera to get some fantastic pictures! Guides were awesome! Friendly and knowlegeable!

Crystal River Florida 3-Hour Swim with Manatees Reviewed by Ed, 06/11/2019

Excellent-Exciting-Everyone had a great Experience!

All the day was awesome - maybe could use more food/refreshment locations so lines not so long!

Kennedy Space Center Admission Ticket Reviewed by Francene J, 05/26/2019

Our guide was friendly, engaging, and shared a breadth of information.

We were impressed with our guide's knowledge of wildlife, geology, hydrology, history of European / American / Native American interactions and the early and late development of the Everglades area. She had a sympathetic understanding of the imagination and ignorance of Florida's developers from colonial times onward to the present, the challenges they faced and those they left to the present generation. I only wish I had a map of the routes we followed that I might retell our story better.

Everglades Day Safari from Sanibel, Fort Myers & Naples Reviewed by WILLIAM, 05/20/2019

Enjoying the scenic beauty of the road, it’s an exciting trip for us.

Enjoying the scenic beauty of the road, it’s an exciting trip for us. We came from Myanmar and this trip was one of our extravagant voyages in the US. Highly recommend!

From Miami: Day Trip to Key West by Shuttle Bus Reviewed by Sai Bo Bo, 05/15/2019

Sit on the top deck of the bus for the best view and adventure

This is a good tour to see a few highlights around Miami and Miami Beach. Sit on the top deck to have the best views and make sure you pay attention to the very low tree branches or you'll get wacked if you don't duck in time. Also, hold on to your hats and sunglasses or you might lose them with the strong winds. The tour guide gives you ample warnings in between his explanation of the sights so just pay attention and all is good. This actually made the tour more fun. The bay tour was very interesting. Got to see the very large yacts of Mark Cuban and Alicia Keys, as well as their homes and the homes of Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Tiger Woods, J Lo, and many more celebrities. We parked around the corner from the bus meeting spot for $10 and then walked down Lincoln Street to see the shops and restaurants. I recommend this tour

Half-Day Double Decker Bus and Boat Tour of Miami Reviewed by Thomas, 05/14/2019
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