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 Orlando
Adventures In Florida
407-924-3375
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We offer kayak trips to all of Central Florida's premier waterways. In addition, we offer full moon paddles, kayaking with dolphin and manatee, shuttl... More details and amenities
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 Fort Lauderdale
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Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
863-902-1113
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Ah-Tah-Thi-Khi Museum features the history and culture of Florida's "unconquered" Seminole Indians. See lifelike exhibits and rare artifacts... More details and amenities
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Billie Swamp Safari
800-949-6101, 863-983-6101
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A 2,200 acre eco-heritage wildlife park located in the Florida Everglades on the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation, Billie Swamp Safari off... More details and amenities
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Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
954-563-5393
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An extraordinary blend of art, architecture, history and ecology. This 35-acre subtropical estate and historic house museum was designed by Frederic C... More details and amenities
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 Tallahassee
Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park
850-487-4556
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Historic ornamental gardens developed by Alfred B. Maclay showcasing 28-acres of camellias, azaleas and other flowering trees and shrubs. The Maclay H... More details and amenities
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 Fernandina Beach
Amelia Island Museum of History
904-261-7378
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Discover the rich history and culture of Amelia Island, a tiny paradise with a big place in Florida's history books. Housed in the historic Nassau Cou... More details and amenities
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 Titusville
American Police Hall of Fame
321-264-0911
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The Nation's first museum, attraction and memorial honoring all police officers. This educational attraction offers thousands of items on display such... More details and amenities
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 St. Augustine
Anastasia State Park
904-461-2033
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Colorful and lively salt marsh borders on beach dunes and shady maritime hammock. You can camp, picnic, walk for miles on protected beach, hike the na... More details and amenities
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Centennial House Bed & Breakfast
800-611-2880, 904-810-2218
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A 19th century city living, 21st century luxury. This nationally registered "certified historic structure" is located on the horse-drawn car... More details and amenities
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Colonial Spanish Quarter Museum
904-825-6830
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Step back in time at St. Augustine's only living history museum. As you stroll through this garrison town, leave today's world behind and lear... More details and amenities

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 Tarpon Springs
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Anclote Key Preserve State Park
727-469-5942
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Blue gulf waters lap gently upon the preserve's beautiful four mile long beach. A picturesque 1887 federal lighthouse stands sentinel on the southern ... More details and amenities
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 Arcadia
Arcadia All-Florida Championship Rodeo Association
800-749-7633, 863-494-2014
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The oldest rodeo organization in the state of Florida, celebrating 82 years of rodeo tradition.... More details and amenities
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Canoe Outpost, Inc.
800-268-0083, 800-268-0083
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Come see the true Florida with Canoe Outpost, Florida's oldest and largest outfitter. Five locations across the state offer the best of Florida... More details and amenities
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 Punta Gorda
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Babcock Wilderness Adventures
800-500-5583, 941-637-0551
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A 90-minute swamp buggy nature tour through the Babcock Ranch and Telegraph Cypress Swamp. Enjoy the excitement of seeing Florida wildl... More details and amenities
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 Big Pine Key
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Bahia Honda State Park Florida Green Lodging
800-326-3521, 305-872-2353
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Best known for its beautiful beaches and great swimming and snorkeling. Snorkelers will see a variety of soft corals, sponges and tropical fish. It is... More details and amenities
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 Sanibel Island
The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum
888-679-6450, 239-395-2233
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Sanibel & Captiva are considered the shelling capital of North America. More than 300 species of shells can be found in the shallow water surround... More details and amenities
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 Coconut Grove
The Barnacle Historic State Park
305-442-6866
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This beautiful house with a whimsical name dates to a quieter time. The Barnacle, built in 1891, offers a glimpse of Old Florida during "The... More details and amenities
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 Panacea
Big Bend Scenic Byway
850-544-6133
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Open the door to a world of memories, Florida's Big Bend Scenic Byway is waiting for you!  Whether you visit the Forest Trail rich with pine f... More details and amenities

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 Key Biscayne
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Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
305-361-8779
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Located on the tip of secluded Key Biscayne just minutes across the Rickenbacker Causeway from downtown Miami. It's consistently ranked among the top ... More details and amenities
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 Crystal River
Bird's Underwater, Inc.
800-771-2763, 352-563-2763
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Crystal River Archaeological State Park
352-795-3817
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A walk down the three quarter mile paved loop trail will take visitors past each of the six mounds in the pre-historic complex. These mounds incl... More details and amenities
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 Orange City
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Blue Spring State Park Florida Green Lodging
386-775-3663
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Named Florida's best manatee observation point. Blue Spring produces 105 million gallons of crystal-clear water a day. Fishing, canoe and kayak rental... More details and amenities
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 Boca Raton
Boca Raton Historical Society
561-395-6766
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"You owe it to yourself to learn more about Boca Raton's rich history." Let your guide be the Boca Raton Historical Society (BRHS), located ... More details and amenities
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 Kissimmee
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Boggy Creek Airboat Rides, East
407-344-9550
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World famous attraction known as Florida’s Official Airboat Ride located in the heart of the most popular place in the world-ORLANDO! ... More details and amenities
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 Lake Wales
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Bok Tower Gardens
863-676-1408
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Bok Tower Gardens blends the beauty of nature, the intrigue of history and exceptional artistic and musical experiences to enrich the hearts and minds... More details and amenities
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 Anna Maria Island
Bradenton Beach Scenic Highway
941-778-4619
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The Bradenton Beach Scenic Highway and the City of Bradenton Beach has a relaxed tropical charm highlighted by the spectacular white sand beaches... More details and amenities
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 Cocoa
Brevard Museum of History & Natural Science
321-632-1830
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Dioramas and exhibits depict the area from the days of mammoths and saber tooth cats to the modern era of rockets and space shuttles. Handle foss... More details and amenities
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 Bunnell
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Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park
386-517-2084
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The Sugar Mill Ruins is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. Visitors can either drive the loop road or walk the nature trail to the sug... More details and amenities
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 Panama City Beach
Camp Helen State Park
850-233-5059
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Camp Helen State Park consists of undisturbed dunes bordering Phillips Inlet, Lake Powell and the Gulf of Mexico. Although Camp Helen is small - only ... More details and amenities
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 Jupiter
Canoe Outfitters of Florida
888-272-1257, 561-746-7053
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Florida's first "National Wild and Scenic River," the Loxahatchee, famous for its large stand of Bald Cypress, countless birds and its diverse wildlif... More details and amenities
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 St. George Island
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Cape St. George Light & Visitor Center
888-927-7744, 850-927-7744
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The historic Cape St. George Light, originally built in 1852, has been reconstructed on St. George Island after the tragic co... More details and amenities
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 Captiva Island
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Captiva Cruises
239-472-5300
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At your service for cruises to the tropical island destinations of Cabbage Key, Useppa Island, Boca Grande and Cayo Costa State Park. Watch dolphins p... More details and amenities
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 Islamorada
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Coconut Cove Resort & Marina, Inc.
305-664-0123
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Award winning seven-acre beach front private tropical island resort estate on the ocean in the center of the resort strip. Owners Paul & Magda ... More details and amenities

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 Port St. Joe
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Constitution Convention Museum State Park
850-229-8029
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The monument was erected in 1922 and bears the names of the convention delegates engraved in marble. The vast landscape boasts a promenade of palm tre... More details and amenities
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 Stuart
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Court House Cultural Center Gallery
772-287-6676
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The historic Martin County Court House Cultural Center hosts fine arts exhibits featuring locally and nationally known artists. Home to the Arts Counc... More details and amenities
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 Marathon
Crane Point Museum & Nature Center
305-743-9100
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A 63-acre non-profit Nature Center in the heart of the Florida Keys. Features include Museum of Natural History, Wild Bird Rescue Center, Nature ... More details and amenities
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 Carrabelle
Crooked River Lighthouse
850-697-9790
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Tower Height (ground to top of lantern): 103 feet. Architect and Builders: unknown. Type of construction: cast iron skeletal tower. Foundation materia... More details and amenities
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 De Leon Springs
De Leon Springs State Park
386-985-4212
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Native Americans visited and used these springs as long as 6,000 years ago. By the 1880s, the springs had become a winter resort promising "a f... More details and amenities
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 Miami
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Deering Estate at Cutler
305-235-1668
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Located along the edge of Biscayne Bay, the 444-acre Deering Estate at Cutler is an environmental, archeological and historical preserve. From canoe r... More details and amenities
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 Gainesville
Division of Cultural Affairs (City of Gainesville)
352-334-5064
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Experience culture in Gainesville, Florida. The Gainesville area is home to not only the Florida Gators but many cultural and eco-heritage si... More details and amenities
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