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Cool and unexpected places to visit in Florida.
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items There are many hidden gems in Florida; some of these places you wouldn't even expect to be in Florida!
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A beautiful gem close to Orlando attractions! Tip: Make sure to arrive here early so you can get in!
Rock Springs Run State Reserve - Florida State Parks
An underground swimming grotto?! No, it's not located in Lex Luthor's lair but in Florida…
Devil's Den Prehistoric Spring and Campground
Florida: land of swamps and gators…and rocky coastlines apparently. Who knew?
Blowing Rocks Preserve
Free Parking in Cocoa Beach? Plus dog park and nature trail? I'm there! Tip: During summer try to get here before noon so you can get parking!
Lori Wilson Park - Brevard County Government
Go here just so you can tell your friends back home that you visited a waterfall…in Florida.
Falling Waters State Park
A nice place to visit to see the beautiful flora of Florida. Located on top of Iron Mountain, Ok technically it's a hill…but hey it's Florida where hills are called “mountains” don't judge us.
Bok Tower Gardens
St Augustine is rich in history and has a truly unique vibe!
St. Augustine, Florida
Dry caverns in central Florida?! Located north of Tampa in the Withlacoochee State Forest is a series of caverns called Peace and Dames caves.
Dames and Peace Caves - Unique Florida - Villages of Citrus Hills
Are you a fan of Ernest Hemmingway? Well if you plan on going to Key West make sure to visit his old estate!
The Hemingway Home and Museum
St Augustine is home to the oldest house in Florida. Built circa 1723!
González-Álvarez House
Ever wanted to drive on the beach? Try New Smyrna Beach!
New Smyrna Beach, FL - Official Website | Official Website
If your visiting New Smyrna a neat place to visit is Turtle Mound. It's an ancient native American shell midden that gives you nice views.
Turtle Mound at Canaveral National Seashore - Trail of Florida's ...
Are you a car nut? If you're in Melbourne FL check out the American Muscle Car Museum!
American Muscle Car Museum
Were you obsessed with dinosaurs when you were a kid? If you ever find yourself in Cocoa Beach visit the Dinosaur Store. Fun for dino-obsessed kids…and former dino-obsessed kids.
The Dinosaur Store
Are you a chocoholic? If you are, then you must visit the chocolate museum in Orlando! Learn all about the rich history of chocolate.
Chocolate Museum & Cafe
While you're visiting Disney make sure to stop by the iconic Orange World. It's an iconic landmark on 192 that sells alot of Florida related stuff.
Eli’s Orange World
A neat place to visit is Weeki Wachee Springs where they have a water park and mermaid shows. Tip: Explore the river exiting the springs.
Home - Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
A scenic bluff over 130 feet tall gives you commanding views over the surrounding landscape.
Alum Bluff - Liberty County, FLorida - ExploreSouthernHistory.com
This is probably the largest dry cavern system open to the public in Florida. Some neat formations to see.
Florida Caverns State Park
A neat place to visit if you're in the Key West area. The Historic Fort Jefferson is worth the visit. Must arrive here by plane or by boat.
Dry Tortugas - National Park Service
Kingsley Plantation is home to the oldest existing plantation home in the state of Florida! The home was constructed all the way back in 1798! Think of all the hurricanes and wars that house has lived through. Amazing.
Visiting Kingsley Plantation - Timucuan Ecological & Historic ...
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The Florida Grub center!
A popular local spot for “insanely” large and delicious burritos!
Da Kine Diego's Insane Burrito
Want to see some large gators in their natural habitat? Try Lone Cabbage Fish Camp where you can go on airboat rides, and try some “Florida man cuisine” such as gator tail, froglegs, catfish and hushpuppies all under one roof! Located east of Orlando...
Lone Cabbage Fish Camp
Ashley's is a local "haunt” and watering hole famous for good food and its ghostly “residents”. Home to a 91-year-old murder mystery. The person who was murdered was a regular here and allegedly haunts the place.
Ashley's of Rockledge - Facebook
Hungry after climbing Turtle Mound? Try JB's Fish Camp in New Smyrna Beach. They have great smoked fish dip and fried gator tail. They also have kayak and paddleboard rentals if that's your thing.
JB's Fish Camp
Do you miss the old style sit down Pizza Huts? Well if you're in Cocoa Beach you can relive your childhood memories by visiting the Pizza Hut in Cocoa Beach.
Pizza Hut
Did you know Orlando Florida is home to the worlds largest McDonalds? This is a fun place for both kids and the kid at heart.
World's Largest Entertainment McDonald's
A fun place to visit is the Old Sugar Mill Pancake House, located at De Leon Springs State Park. It's a make-your-own pancake restaurant that's a fun and unique experience for the whole family! The old pancake house was built upon the old foundation ...
Old Sugar Mill Pancake House - Florida State Parks
If you find yourself in Palatka swing by Angels Diner for some breakfast!
Florida's Oldest Diner: Angel's in Palatka - Visit Florida