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
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Orlando
Pedestrian-friendly Universal Orlando Resort has got spunk, spirit and attitude. With fantastic rides, excellent children's attractions and entertaining…
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…
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…
Planning Tools
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
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.
Read articleBest Places to Visit
A mix of beautiful beaches, top shopping, theme parks and cities, the Sunshine State draws visitors from across the world. Put these spots on your short list.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
Florida - famous for Disney World and the spring break - is a hugely popular destination. Here's your year-round guide to what's happening when.
Read articleThings 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.
Read articleTransportation
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.
Read articleFree 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.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
Plan the ultimate family vacation in Florida with these tips for traveling with babies, toddlers, tweens or teens.
Read articleBest Road Trips
Get to know the Florida Keys by way of the Overseas Hwy (US 1) on this journey through islands of tropical paradise.
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