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Couple walking on beach at sunset romantic travel getaway, idyllic Florida destination, Lovers Key State Park in the gulf of Mexico. Woman and man holding hands relaxing. Southwest Florida.

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Overview

The state of Florida is diverse in its gifts, with everything from theme parks and Latin and Caribbean culture to wildlife, wetlands, and, of course, multitudes of beaches.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • Dale Chihuly Exhibition at Fairchild Tropical Garden ;

    Fairchild Tropical Garden

    Miami

    If you need to escape Miami’s constant motion, consider a green day in one of the country’s largest tropical botanical gardens. A butterfly grove,…

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    Biltmore Hotel

    Miami

    In the most opulent neighborhood of one of the showiest cities in the world, the Biltmore is the greatest of the grand hotels of the American Jazz Age. If…

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    Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

    Miami

    If you want to see something that is 'very Miami', this is it – lush, big, over the top, a patchwork of all that a rich US businessman might want to show…

  • Dali Museum

    Salvador Dalí Museum

    St Petersburg

    The theatrical exterior of the Salvador Dalí Museum speaks of great things: out of a wound in the towering white shoe box oozes a 75ft geodesic glass…

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    Everglades National Park

    The Everglades

    Encompassing 1.5 million acres, this vast wilderness is one of America's great natural treasures. As a major draw for visitors to South Florida, your…

  • The Dudley Do-Right Ripsaw Falls ride at Universal Studios Islands of Adventure theme park.

    Universal Orlando Resort

    Orlando

    Pedestrian-friendly Universal Orlando Resort has got spunk, spirit and attitude. With fantastic rides, excellent children's attractions and entertaining…

  • Anhinga Trail Boardwalk through the Everglades National Park, Florida.

    Anhinga Trail

    Everglades National Park

    If you do just one walk in the Everglades, make sure it's on the Anhinga Trail. Gators sun on the shoreline, anhinga spear their prey and wading birds…

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    Miami Beach Boardwalk

    Miami

    Ahhh the Miami Beach Boardwalk! Stretching seven miles from South Point to Surfside, the parade of humanity you'll encounter on any given day will take your…

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Best Things to Do

Florida has theme parks, natural wonders and tons of culture experiences. Here are 13 of our favorite things to do in the Sunshine State.

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Best Places to Visit

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Best Time to Visit

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Things to Know

If you’re planning that big trip to Florida, read our tips on planning, etiquette and health and safety considerations in the Sunshine State.

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Transportation

Whether you crisscross the state by plane, hop on a train along the southwest coast or Key-hop via water taxi, there are many ways to get around Florida.

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Free Things to Do

It’s easy to spend a fortune on a Florida vacation. With these top tips, it’s also easy to take in the best of the state for nothing at all.

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Money and Costs

Stretch your vacation budget in Florida with these money-saving tips.

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Traveling with Kids

Plan the ultimate family vacation in Florida with these tips for traveling with babies, toddlers, tweens or teens.

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Best Road Trips

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