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Florida Educational Trips
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items If you're looking for fun, unique educational stops in Florida, this list is for you. These are some of our favorite stops on the Florida map to encourage learning and fun. *At no cost to you, I may earn from qualifying purchases through certain link...
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Animal Experiences
Museums
Nature & Outdoor Parks
Miscellaneous
Animal Experiences
Learning about animals can be very fun. Enjoy the unique animal experiences these places have to offer.
One of our family's favorite stops on the map. Lots of animal encounters, exhibits, and activities for the whole family. The walking paths are mostly covered with trees, making it an enjoyable walk as you explore and learn about the animal kingdom.
Zoo Miami
While not educational, per se, this stop is one of our favorites to explore. We love trying all the exotic fruits and vegetables, visiting their animals, and eating some delicious smoothies and food! It can definitely be an educational spot if you fi...
Robert Is Here
Want a fun, hands-on animal experience? Check out the Brevard Zoo. This is a great spot to visit with wonderful interactive experiences for kids to explore and learn more about the animal kingdom.
Brevard Zoo
We happened upon this beautifully fun farm on a trip through Florida and it is now one of our favorite stops! This functioning farm offers unique farm experiences and a community farmer's market. Visit with chickens, goats, cow, ducks, horses, pigs, ...
Hobe Sound Farms
This is one of the most unique animal experiences you can have. It is the largest butterfly park in the world, and the first park of its kind in the Western Hemisphere. Wear bright colors and be very still to become a butterfly landing pad. Plenty of...
Butterfly World – Where 20,000 exotic butterflies and birds take flight!
Museums
These museums provide wonderful ways to learn about histroy, science, and the world around us.
A great stop for all ages! This museum explores the pirate history off the Florida's Treasure Coast. Interactive walk-through, "treasure hunt", and informative screens provide a treasure trove of knowledge and information.
*May be scary for some yo...
St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum
This stop is fun because they have several live demonstrations: cannon fire, rifle firing, blacksmith, and artifacts to observe. It also has a Smithsonian planetarium exhibit. While not record-breaking technology today, it was when it first came out,...
Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
Such a fun, interactive museum. We love visiting! A must-see for families with young kids.
Museum of Discovery and Science
On the more expensive side, BUT a great experience for kids of all ages. Several floors of interactive learning exhibits. One can easily spend the whole day there and not do it all.
Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Nature & Outdoor Parks
Step into nature and learn first-hand. These places make learning about science an enjoyable experience.
We love going on hikes at Jonathan Dickinson State Park. Stop in at the Visitor's Center to learn more about the history and wildlife in the area. Kids can also become Junior Rangers! They also have a great camping area too.
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
If you love national parks and an outdoor adventure, this is a must see. We love the nature walks, talking with the rangers, and catching a glimpse at some of the Everglades wildlife. Stop in at the Visitor's Center and grab a Junior Ranger folder fo...
Everglades National Park
Our son loves coming to this national park for the nature walks and to see the visitor center. This park has lots of water activities to participate in and a few good dive spots.
Biscayne National Park
Miscellaneous
I mean, not everything fits perfectly into a category. These places could fit into multiple categories listed here, but are too unique to be placed into just one.
Kennedy Space Center is a great way to jump in and learn about space and all the exciting things that are happening right now with space exploration. PLUS: FREE Junior Space Explorer Passes are available to kids ages 5 & under!!
Kennedy Space Center
On the more expensive side, BUT this attraction has plenty of activities to learn from and play. From engineering to weather, from sound to space, there's lots to learn about.
WonderWorks Orlando
Want a fun, outdoor farm-like experience? While not technically educational, for city-folks, this is a step into a different way of life. Check out the Berry Farm in Miami. This is a unique step away from the noise of the big city. Step on the farm a...
The Berry Farm