Best Places to Visit in Florida
Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Florida with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Florida sites or check out the sites in another state.
You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Florida that have become local favorites easily with our site.
We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Florida whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.
Fun Spot Attractions
Orlando, FL
Fun Spot Attractions is an amusement park that is well-known for being home of the world’s tallest Sky Coaster. Fun Spot Attractions also features a variety of rides, arcade game options, and food options. Corporate team building programs and birthday parties are also entertained.
Miami Seaquarium
Miami, FL
Miami Seaquarium offers world-class sea life exhibits and wildlife experiences. Make a feathered friend at their new Penguin Isle exhibit, where you’ll get the chance to meet them first-hand. Plus, there is no greater thrill than getting in the water with their friendly dolphins and sea lions for an up close and personal experience.
John Gilmore Riley Center/Museum
Tallahassee, FL
The John Gilmore Riley Center/Museum for African American History & Culture, Inc. is a historical and cultural gem that sits at the bottom of a hill in downtown Tallahassee, at the corner of Meridian and Jefferson Streets. Established in 1996, the museum’s programs provide an environment and means to encourage and empower participants to develop an awareness of and gain an appreciation for the educational and social contributions of African Americans to Florida’s history.
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Miami, FL
Vizcaya was created as James Deering’s subtropical winter home in the 1910’s and today it is a National Historic Landmark and accredited museum. They invite you to learn about Vizcaya’s fascinating history and the individuals responsible for the unusual estate’s origins, evolution and ongoing management.
Holy Land Experience
Orlando, FL
The Holy Land Experience brings together the sights and sounds of the world of the Bible in a unique and interactive way unlike anywhere else. It is a living, biblical museum that takes you 7000 miles away and 2000 years back in time to the land of the Bible. Its combination of sights, sounds, and tastes will stimulate your senses and blend together to create a spectacular new experience.
Glazer Children’s Museum
Tampa, FL
Glazer Children’s Museum is a place where children and their parents can learn through play and shared discovery. Created specifically for children under 12, their Museum offers 170 ‘interactivities’ in multiple themed areas for families to explore, connect while having fun along the way.
Tallahassee Museum
Tallahassee, FL
Set amidst 52 acres of breathtaking Florida flora and fauna, the Tallahassee Museum has served as an iconic Tallahassee landmark for more than 50 years. Ranked as one of Florida’s top museums, the Museum’s living exhibits of native Florida wildlife, nature trails and native gardens are renowned by visitors of all ages. The Museum encourages guests to discover and learn about North Florida’s natural environment, rich history and diverse cultural communities. From amazing native animals and rare historic buildings to beautiful natural scenery to exciting public programs, special events, and educational programs, there’s something here for everyone.
Miami Children’s Museum
Miami, FL
The Miami Children’s Museum (MCM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational institution, which meets the needs of all children in our multicultural community. The museum offers interactive exhibits, programs, and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication. MCM encourages visitors of all ages to play, learn, imagine, and create together.
Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
Winter Park, FL
The Morse Museum houses the world’s most comprehensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848–1933), including the artist and designer’s jewelry, pottery, paintings, art glass, leaded-glass lamps and windows; his chapel interior from the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago; and art and architectural objects from his Long Island country estate, Laurelton Hall. The Museum’s holdings also include American art pottery, late 19th- and early 20th-century American painting, graphics, decorative art.
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens
Jacksonville, FL
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens is the largest fine arts museum in Northeast Florida. The Cummer was established in 1958, when art collector, garden enthusiast, and civic leader Ninah M.H. Cummer bequeathed her art collection and riverfront home to create a museum. Today, the core collection of 60 pieces from Mrs. Cummer’s estate has grown to over 5,000 works of art. The 2.5 acres of historic Gardens, set against the St. Johns River, serves as a centerpiece of beauty for all to enjoy. In addition, Art Connections, the Museum’s nationally-recognized interactive education center, enhances the cultural learning of more than 165,000 visitors annually.
