Things to Do in Florida
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Gatorland
Orlando, Florida
If you come to Florida hoping to see gators, this park will not disappoint. It offers in-habitat alligator viewing, educational shows, alligator petting, and even an opportunity to straddle...
Zoo
Miami Beach
Miami, Florida
Touting itself as the "World's Playground," Miami Beach's combination of island and metropolitan life merge to make it a draw for kids, adults, singles, and...
Bicycling
Souvenir & Gift Store
History Museum
Beach
Boutique
Miami Seaquarium
Miami, Florida
This '60s-era, 35-acre marine world still draws applause from kids who are intrigued by the elaborate shows, which include a sea lion performing a goofy comedy routine and...
Aquarium
Vizcaya
Miami, Florida
It's odd to find a 16th-century Italian villa in South Florida, but that's what mogul James Deering was aiming for when he created his lavish winter residence in the...
Art Museum
Historical Landmark
Green Meadows Petting Farm
Orlando, Florida
A petting zoo with over 300 farm animals, including pigs, turkeys, donkeys, geese, and cows. Guided tours are available...
Petting Zoo
Canoe Escape
Tampa, Florida
Take to the water in an entirely different way by canoeing or kayaking down the serene Hillsborough River as it meanders through a 16,000-acre wildlife preserve...
Boating
Fishing
Central Florida Zoo
Orlando, Florida
This zoo, off the beaten tourist track in Sanford, is a local favorite. The uncrowded space allows for quiet strolls while observing animals -- cheetahs, elephants, lemurs, howler monkeys, and a...
Garden
Zoo
Key West Lighthouse Museum
Key West, Florida
When kids see this piece of Florida history, the first thing they're desperate to ask is, "Can I please, please climb to the top?" The answer is yes, and scaling...
History Museum
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center
Miami, Florida
If you don't have the time to hit the Everglades, or you've got kids too young to appreciate such an extensive outing, get a small slice of natural Florida on...
Park
Hiking
MetroZoo
Miami, Florida
Thousands of specimens and over 300 developed acres make this zoo the top family attraction that it is. But what really excites kids is the fact that the animals aren't...
Zoo
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