Welcome to Florida

With theme parks galore, miles and miles of beaches, seemingly endless shopping, 39 National Historic Landmarks, 47 nationally accredited museums and a federally designated National Heritage Area, Florida is the vacation capital of the US.

Florida's sandy beaches, stellar attractions, historic spaceport, ancient city, everglades, and coral keys are just waiting to be discovered. From the oldest city in the country to the former site of the flourishing cigar industry, every region in Florida is full of opportunities to discover memorable attractions and activities.

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Northwest: National Museum of Naval Aviation

Established in 1962, the National Museum of Naval Aviation is one of the three largest aviation museums in the world and among the top 10 visitor attractions in the state of Florida, welcoming more than a million visitors annually. The museum's display of more than 170 vintage aircraft chronicles more than 90 years of naval aviation and spans 300,000 square feet. Displays at the National Museum of Naval Aviation cover the age of aviation from the first flight in a wood-and-fabric biplane to the travels in space with a Skylab command module.

South West: John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, in its affiliation with Florida State University, is the largest museum / university complex in the nation. It preserves the legacy of John and Mable Ringling, educating and enabling a large and diverse audience to experience and take delight in a world-renowned collection of fine art. Cà d’Zan, the Ringling historic mansion; the Circus Museum; the Original Asolo Theater; and historic architecture, courtyard, gardens and grounds overlooking Sarasota Bay.

North East: The Castillo de San Marcos

Castillo de San Marcos is the oldest masonry fort and best-preserved example of a Spanish colonial fortification in the continental United States. It was originally built (1672-1695) by the Spanish to protect Saint Augustine, the first permanent settlement by Europeans in the continental United States (established in 1565), and was for many years the northernmost outpost of Spain's vast New World Empire. The floor plan is the result of "modernization" work done in the 18th century.

Florida Shopping: An Outside Experience in the Sunshine State

When in Florida… you have to shop outside. There's just something that says "you're shopping in the Sunshine State" when you seek your retail fix en plein air. But Florida shopping is eclectic! Mega malls lure shoppers indoors, while intimate boutiques and eclectic storefronts welcome buyers of everything from haute couture to homegrown goods. And don't overlook the antiques enclaves in the central and northern regions of the state.

Central Space Coast: Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse

With 219 steps leading up the 165 foot-tower, the candy-striped St. Augustine Lighthouse provides visitors a panoramic view of St. Augustine and the beaches. The Lighthouse Museum displays maritime artifacts and recent archaeological discoveries and provides visitors with a look at what life was like for lighthouse keepers and their families.

North Central: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park

This site was the home of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, the author of many major literary works, including The Yearling, which received the 1939 Pulitzer Prize for fiction, the novels South Moon Under and Golden Apples, and her memoir, Cross Creek. She was elected to the National Academy of Arts and Letters. The Rawlings House also is a notable example of the Cracker (descendents of pioneer settlers) style of architecture, derived from a variety of influences to suit the climate and available technology of the rural South.

Tampa Bay: Ybor City Historic District

Explore and discover the beautiful Historic Ybor City – Tampa’s Historic Landmark District. Brick-line walkways, majestic architecture of cigar factories, wrought iron balconies, globe streetlights, social clubs and other unique buildings, provide a glimpse into an era rich with culture and history. Today, Ybor City is a shopping, dining and entertainment district where the ancient art of premium hand-rolled cigar making lives on.

South East: Gold Coast Railroad Museum

The Gold Coast Railroad Museum houses a interesting collection of historic railroad cars and memorabilia. The permanent exhibit, the presidential Pullman car Ferdinand Magellan, was used by former presidents Roosevelt, Truman, Eisenhower and Reagan and is definitely worth a visit. Other features, like the model train exhibit and Thomas the Tank Engine tables for children, make the Gold Coast Railroad Museum a attraction for the whole family.

Central Space Coast: Kennedy Space Center

Each year, more than 1.5 million guests from around the world experience their very own space adventure by exploring America’s space program at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Built in 1967 as a means for NASA astronauts’ and employees’ families to view space center operations, today the Visitor Complex is one of Central Florida’s most popular tourist destinations. From larger-than-life IMAX® films to live shows, hands-on activities and behind-the-scenes tours, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex offers guests an educational, entertaining and comprehensive space program experience.