Florida Travel Guide
From Miami's Art Deco beaches and Orlando's world-class theme parks to Key West's sunset celebrations and the untamed Everglades — Florida is America's ultimate sunshine destination.
Welcome to the Sunshine State
Florida is one of America's most visited states, offering an extraordinary blend of natural beauty, world-class entertainment, diverse culture, and nearly year-round sunshine. The southernmost state stretches from the Georgia border down to the tropical Florida Keys, with over 1,350 miles of coastline, crystal-clear spring-fed rivers, ancient cypress swamps, and three distinct coasts. Whether you're drawn by the magic of Walt Disney World, the Art Deco glamour of South Beach, the tranquil beauty of the Everglades, or the laid-back charm of Key West's Duval Street at sunset, Florida delivers unforgettable experiences for every type of traveler.
Miami & South Florida
South Beach & Ocean Drive
Iconic Art Deco historic district with pastel-colored hotels, white sand beach, world-class people-watching, and vibrant nightlife
Wynwood Arts District
Miami's open-air street art museum with hundreds of vibrant murals, galleries, breweries, and cutting-edge restaurants
Little Havana
Culturally rich neighborhood with Calle Ocho, cigar shops, salsa music, and authentic Cuban food and coffee
Brickell & Downtown
Miami's modern skyline with rooftop bars, Brickell City Centre, and the Pérez Art Museum with bay views
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Magnificent Italian Renaissance villa and gardens on Biscayne Bay built by industrialist James Deering in 1916
Miami Design District
Luxury fashion and design hub with flagship boutiques, public art installations, and the Institute of Contemporary Art
Orlando — Theme Park Capital of the World
Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld, LEGOLAND, and 18 major theme parks all within miles of each other. Orlando is Florida's crown jewel of family travel.
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Key West & the Florida Keys
Duval Street
Key West's legendary main street with bars, galleries, cafes, and nightly sunset celebrations at Mallory Square
Mallory Square Sunset Celebration
Daily outdoor festival with street performers, artists, and crowds gathered for Key West's famous sunset tradition
Ernest Hemingway Home
The author's restored Spanish Colonial mansion where he wrote The Old Man and the Sea, home to 60 six-toed cats
Key West Aquarium
Historic 1934 aquarium with shark feedings, touch tanks, and native Florida marine life exhibits
Overseas Highway & Seven Mile Bridge
America's iconic highway stretching 113 miles over 42 bridges connecting the mainland to Key West over turquoise water
Dry Tortugas National Park
Remote island paradise 70 miles west of Key West accessible only by ferry or seaplane with Fort Jefferson and pristine coral reefs
Tampa Bay & Gulf Coast
Ybor City
Historic cigar-manufacturing district with Latin heritage, brick streets, free-roaming chickens, and a vibrant nightlife scene
Tampa Riverwalk
2.6-mile waterfront promenade connecting museums, restaurants, parks, and the Tampa Convention Center along the Hillsborough River
Busch Gardens Tampa
African-themed theme park with world-class roller coasters, live entertainment, and 200+ exotic animals
Florida Aquarium
Award-winning aquarium with 8,000 animals, outdoor water park, and daily shark encounter dive experiences
Clearwater Beach
America's top-rated Gulf Coast beach with sugar-white sand, calm warm water, Pier 60, and spectacular sunsets
St. Petersburg & the Arts
Art-forward city with the world's largest Dalí museum collection, thriving Central Avenue gallery scene, and vibrant waterfront
Everglades & Natural Wonders
Everglades National Park
UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest subtropical wilderness in North America with alligators, manatees, and rare birds
Florida Springs
Hundreds of crystal-clear natural springs with year-round 72°F water, manatee encounters, and snorkeling with turtles
Biscayne National Park
95% water national park protecting Miami's only living coral reef with glass-bottom boat tours and snorkeling
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Ancient cypress forest boardwalk with the largest old-growth bald cypress trees in North America and rare birds
World-Famous Beaches
Clearwater Beach
Consistently ranked America's best beach with crystal-clear Gulf water and vibrant Pier 60 sunset market
South Beach, Miami
Iconic Atlantic beach with Art Deco backdrop, warm turquoise water, and the most recognizable shoreline in Florida
Siesta Key Beach
Sarasota's world-famous beach with the finest, whitest quartz sand that stays cool even in summer heat
St. Pete Beach
Gulf Coast gem with calm warm water, the pink-hued Don CeSar hotel landmark, and spectacular tangerine sunsets
Caladesi Island State Park
Pristine undeveloped island accessible only by ferry with old-growth forest, tidal flats, and crystal-clear Gulf shores
Fort Lauderdale Beach
17 miles of golden sand with the famous Intracoastal Waterway, water taxis, and a sophisticated beach promenade
When to Visit Florida
Winter and spring offer the most comfortable weather statewide, while summer brings affordable rates and daily tropical showers that cool things off each afternoon.
Spring
Ideal weather across all of Florida before summer heat and humidity arrive. Spring break brings crowds to beaches. Theme parks are busy but manageable with good planning.
Summer
Hot and humid with daily afternoon thunderstorms. Lower hotel rates make it budget-friendly. Waters are warm and perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and diving.
Fall
Temperatures begin cooling in October–November. Hurricane season runs through November but most years are calm. Excellent value season with smaller crowds.
Winter
Peak tourist season with the most comfortable temperatures statewide. Snowbirds arrive from northern states. Book accommodations well in advance for December through March.
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