Family days out in Florida

There are so many fun places to go with kids in Florida - great zoos and aquariums, museums, theme parks, water parks and swimming pools, places to visit outdoors (many of which are cheap or free), historical places of interest, activities and indoor play centres - just take a look below, plenty of things to do with the children in FL.

Fun Spot Action Park(0km)
Orlando
Fun Spot Action ParkGreat Family Fun on 4 multi-level go-kart tracks, 13 rides and 120 arcade games. Free Admission/Free Parking. Named "Best Budget Attraction" by Orlando Sentinel for 5 years. Open rain or shine. Rides for all ages. It's HUGE!
Universal Orlando(0km)
Orlando
Universal OrlandoYou're the star at Universal Studios, the number one movie and TV based theme park in the world. At this real film and television studio you'll go behind the scenes, beyond the screen and right into the action of your favorite movies.
Wet N Wild(0km)
Orlando
Wet N WildWet 'n Wild - Orlando, voted by Amusement Business magazine as America's number - one water park, features a full-day of fun for the entire family. Honored by Aquatic's International as the first true water park, Wet 'n Wild's world-class signature thrill rides and quality..
Ripleys Believe It Or Not(0km)
Orlando
Ripleys Believe It Or NotThe Orlando Odditorium appears to be sinking into one of Florida's infamous sinkholes. For over 40 years, Robert Ripley-- the modern Marco Polo and the real-life Indiana Jones-- traveled the world collecting the unbelievable, the inexplicable, the one-of-a-kind. All of it..
Citywalk(0km)
Orlando
CitywalkAsk any local Universal CityWalk is Orlando's hottest spot for dining and entertainment, offering everything from a night of family fun to a great place to hang out with friends to romantic fun for couples. It's a 30-acre entertainment complex where you can experience the..
Universal Studios(0km)
Orlando
Universal StudiosYou're the star at Universal Studios, the number one movie and TV based theme park in the world. At this real film and television studio you'll go behind the scenes, beyond the screen and right into the action of your favorite movies.
Pirates Dinner Adventure(0km)
Orlando
Pirates Dinner AdventureIf you are looking for an adventurous time while visiting the International Drive area of Orlando, then we should be your first stop! Pirate's Dinner Adventure is a dinner show attraction that puts you and your family right in the middle of all of the swashbuckling action...
Wonderworks(0km)
Orlando
WonderworksWonderWorks is an amusement park for the mind with over 100 interactive exhibits for visitors of all ages to experience. The most eye-catching feature of WonderWorks is the attraction’s dramatic exterior; a three-story tall, classically designed building that appears to..
Pirate Cove Mini Golf(0km)
Orlando
Pirate Cove Mini GolfFor twenty years, our patrons have been testing their skills on our well designed golf holes, experiencing the rush of white water from our cascading waterfalls and streams, enjoying our elaborate and lush landscaping, delighting in our pirate themed decors and props, and..
Islands Of Adventure(0km)
Orlando
Islands Of AdventureJourney with your family through five remarkable islands where all your favorite myths, legends, comic books, cartoon heroes and children's stories come to life on the most innovative rides and attractions ever created.
The Holyland Experience(8km)
Orlando
The Holyland ExperienceIt has been 2000 years since the world has seen anything like this! The Holy Land Experience is a living, biblical museum that takes you 6000 miles away and 2000 years back in time to the land of the Bible. Its unique sights, sounds and tastes stimulate your senses and..
Seaworld(9km)
Orlando
SeaworldSeaWorld takes you on a one-of-a-kind journey to the wonders that exist beyond the ocean's door. A place where up-close encounters connect you to the energy, excitement, and mystery of the sea and sea life. A world of fascinating days, captivating nights, and exhilarating..
Discovery Cove(9km)
Orlando
Discovery CoveCome and swim with dolphins at this idyllic setting.
Gatorland(9km)
Orlando
GatorlandGatorland is a one-of-a-kind, protected habitat for man and beast where adventures lurk around every corner! Internationally known as the Alligator Capital of the World, Gatorland's 110-acre theme park and nature conservatory is located in Central Florida at the head of..
Walt Disney World(13km)
Orlando
Walt Disney WorldDisneyland has eight different lands, with over 40 attractions designed to appeal to guests of all ages. This park is for the young as well as the young at heart. There is something for everyone. Great idea if you are looking for fun places to go with kids.
Old Town(22km)
Kissimmee
Old TownOld Town has amusement rides that the whole family will enjoy! You'll be "blown away" by the Windstorm Roller Coaster...1,437 feet of steel tracks which twist and turn over 80-degree banks! Ride the colorful & exciting Wave Swinger! See Orlando from sixty feet in the air on..
Medieval Times (22km)
Kissimmee
Medieval Times There's a reason Medieval Times is the number one dinner attraction in North America. Our unique combination of a medieval banquet and thrilling competition between Knights captures the imaginations of all ages.
Airboat Rides At Boggy Creek(22km)
Kissimmee
Airboat Rides At Boggy CreekGlide through the wetlands viewing Florida's native wildlife. Our airboat tours start with a leisure idle down a natural canal to experience the excitement of viewing exotic birds, turtles and the Florida alligator in their own natural environment. Then you will fly like..
Arabian Nights Show(23km)
Kissimmee
Arabian Nights ShowBeautiful horses, dazzling costumes, heart-stopping acrobatics and a fabulous three-course meal are only the beginning of an unforgettable night of entertainment at Arabian Nights. The tale of Princess Scheherazade’s birthday and her search for the Prince of her dreams..
Birthday World Fun Center(24km)
Altamonte Springs
Birthday World Fun CenterIndoor family fun center. Fun includes rollercoasters, carousel, flying bananna's, tubs-o-fun, bumper cars, mini-golf, bounces, arcade and food concessions.
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens(41km)
Sanford
Jungle Adventures Nature Park and Zoo(48km)
Christmas
Jungle Adventures Nature Park and ZooReal Florida...as Real as it Gets! Jungle Adventures Nature Park & Zoo is the natural habitat jungle home of our famous 200 foot long roadside wonder, Swampy, the World's Largest Alligator. Come and experience Live Guided Wildlife Encounters with Rare Florida Panthers,..
Cypress Gardens(55km)
Winter Haven
Cypress GardensExcitement is to our RIDES, as beauty is to our gardens! Thrill to over 40 rides for children of all ages, including six coasters and the world's tallest spinning rapids ride! You don't want to miss any of the action in the daily SHOWS line-up, whether it's the performance..
Blue Spring State Park(56km)
Avenue Orange City
Blue Spring State ParkThe largest spring on the St. Johns River, Blue Spring is a designated Manatee Refuge and the winter home (mid-November through March) to a growing population of West Indian Manatees. For centuries, the spring area was home for Native Americans. In 1766 it was visited by..
Colt Creek(62km)
Lakeland
Colt CreekThis 5067 acre park nestled within the Green Swamp Wilderness Area and named after one of the tributaries that flows through the property was opened to the public on January 20, 2007. For over 60 years this property was managed as a cattle ranch by the Overstreet family...
Hontoon Island State Park(65km)
Deland
Hontoon Island State ParkThis island, located in the St. Johns River in Volusia County, welcomes visitors to enjoy nature and history in quiet solitude. The island is accessible only by private boat or park ferry. Evidence of Native American habitation over thousands of years can be witnessed as..
American Police Hall of Fame and Museum(65km)
Titusville,
American Police Hall of Fame and MuseumThe American Police Hall of Fame and Museum was founded in 1960. It is the nations first national police museum and memorial dedicated to law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.The Museum, through interactive displays, simulators and nearly 11,000 artifacts,..
Ace Of Hearts Ranch(66km)
Port St. John
Ace Of Hearts RanchThe ACE OF HEARTS RANCH invites you to unwind, forget about traffic and schedules and take in hours of beautiful Florida trails where you can relax, enjoy wild flowers, unforgettable scenery and wildlife while traveling through the many different habitats and terrains this..
Kennedy Space Centre(80km)
Kennedy Space Center
Kennedy Space CentreOrlando vacations aren't complete without a trip to Kennedy Space Center. Just east of the most popular Orlando attractions and theme parks, NASA's launch headquarters is the only place on Earth where you can tour launch areas, meet an astronaut, see giant rockets, train..
Brevard Zoo(81km)
Melbourne
Brevard ZooBrevard Zoo is a small zoo that does big things. Our mission is "Wildlife Conservation through Education and Participation." To support that mission, we focus on: Providing top quality care for our animals Offering unique opportunities for guests to experience nature..
Cocoa Beach PIer(86km)
Cocoa Beach
Cocoa Beach PIerCome and visit this historical landmark in Cocoa Beach which features a wide array of restaurants, boutiques, gift shops and entertainment.
Fort Cooper State Park(86km)
Inverness
Fort Cooper State ParkThe sparkling waters of Lake Holathlikaha were a welcome sight to sick and wounded soldiers during the Second Seminole War. In 1836, the First Georgia Battalion of Volunteers built a stockade for the soldiers resting here, enabling the Volunteers to hold their own through..
Playplus For Kids(88km)
Melbourne
Playplus For KidsThe playroom includes, slides, bounce house, jungle gyms, dress up, musical instruments, an art area, puppet theater, kids' kitchen, mini grocery store, sports play, ride on toys, indoor sand pit, water play and more!
Daytona USA Speedway(92km)
Daytona Beach
Daytona USA SpeedwayOver the past 10 years, DAYTONA USA, "The Official Attraction of NASCAR," has been delivering magical motorsports memories to both hard-core race fans and casual observers through hands-on activities, challenging thrills and one-of-a-kind sights.
Tiny Cruise Line Boat Trips(92km)
Daytona Beach
Tiny Cruise Line Boat TripsWild Dolphin, jumping fish and graceful wading birds are often close by as we quietly glide past islands and estates on our delightful 1890's style fantail launch with red & white surrey top. The peaceful River is a Treasure Trove of stories and beautiful sights, always..
Museum Of Arts And Sciences(92km)
Daytona Beach
Museum Of Arts And SciencesThe Museum of Arts & Sciences (MOAS) is the primary art, history and science museum in Central Florida. Located on a 90-acre Florida preserve the 86,000 square foot facility is host to over 30,000 objects including the most complete Giant Ground Sloth Skeleton in North..
Hillsborough River State Park(93km)
North Thonotosassa
Hillsborough River State ParkOpened in 1938 as one of Floridas first state parks, this park is divided by the swiftly flowing Hillsborough River. Fort Foster, a replica of an 1837 fort from the Second Seminole War, is located on the park grounds, adjacent to the river. Fort tours are offered on..
Silver Springs (97km)
Silver Springs
Silver Springs Silver Springs is a 350 acre nature theme park that surrounds the headwaters of the beautiful Silver River, the largest artesian spring formation in the world. Located 90 miles north of Orlando, just east of Ocala, Florida. Here you can view the underground..
Wild Waters(97km)
Ocala
Wild WatersWild Waters water park offers Florida visitors the perfect way to keep cool while vacationing in The Sunshine State. The park's thrill rides, include Bunyan's Bend, Osceola's Revenge and Hurricane are sure to keep the more thrill seeking content; while the huge wave pool..
Busch Gardens(106km)
Tampa
Busch GardensBusch Gardens has something for everyone old and young whether you're into roller coasters, water rides or something a little more serene you'll have a blast!
Adventure Island(106km)
Tampa
Adventure IslandAdventure Island's 30 acres of water-drenched fun in the sun features the ultimate combination of high-speed thrills and tropical, tranquil surroundings for guests of all ages. Within a soothing Key West atmosphere awaits an unrivaled blend of slides, corkscrews, water..
Lowry Park Zoo(108km)
Tampa
Lowry Park ZooVoted the no 1 Zoo in the U.S. by Child Magazine, Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo features more than 2,200 animals. Get hands-on with exciting interactive exhibits like giraffe feeding, Stingray Bay and more. Enhance your Zoo experience by riding Safari Ride, Gator Falls and..
Weeki Wachee Springs(110km)
Spring Hill
Weeki Wachee SpringsEnjoy Florida's ONLY spring-fed waterpark! White sandy beaches, thrilling flume rides, a kiddie pool area, tiki bar, beach volleyball and the constant 72 degree spring water of Weeki Wachee Springs! Great idea if you are looking for fun places to go with kids in Florida.
The Florida Aquarium(112km)
Tampa
The Florida AquariumExperience the aquarium and see why it's among the top aquariums in the world. With more than 20,000 aquatic plants and animals from Florida and around the world. Great idea if you are looking for fun places to go with kids in Florida.
Crystal River Preserve(125km)
Crystal River
Crystal River PreserveThe Crystal River Preserve State Park is truly a unique area on Florida's Gulf Coast. The park is in between temperate and sub-tropical climate zones, which allows for different communities to grow according to their location. In addition to the climatic zones, it also..
Kayaks Etc(137km)
Vero Beach
Great World Nature Tours (Horse Riding)(142km)
Lakewood Ranch
Great World Nature Tours (Horse Riding)Treat yourself to an hour of bliss riding an absolutely beautiful and gentle horse along the lovely, palm-lined beaches of Palma Sola Bay. Then ride your horse as it wades and swims in the blue water!
Captain Memos Pirate Cruise(142km)
Clearwater Beach
Captain Memos Pirate CruiseCaptain Memo's "Original" Pirate Cruise has something for everyone including face painting, musical games, treasurte hunts and water gun battles. For the adults we offer complimetary beer, wine and soft drinks. Two hour cruise sailing daily. Please call for schedule.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium(142km)
Clearwater
Clearwater Marine AquariumWelcome to Clearwater Marine Aquarium, the world's most-watched marine life rescue and environmental education center. Our mission is to restore and preserve our marine environment. We accomplish our mission through leadership in education, research, and the rescue,..
The South Florida Museum(154km)
Bradenton
The South Florida MuseumThe South Florida Museum interprets the region from the Pleistocene to the present with stunning life-size dioramas and dramatic exhibits based on its extensive collections of anthropological artifacts, paleontological specimens and objects of cultural interest. Established..
Marineland(154km)
St. Augustine
MarinelandMarineland allows visitors a chance to swim, snorkel or scuba dive with dolphins and other marine life.
Anastasia State Park(154km)
Augustine
Anastasia State ParkAnastasia State Park welcomes hundreds of thousands visitors from all over the world to enjoy our natural and cultural treasures. At Anastasia you can enjoy camping, nature trails, beach time, water sports, and an archaeological site where coquina rock was mined to create..
Avalon State Park(159km)
Pierce
Avalon State ParkOne of the state's newest seaside parks, Avalon has more than a mile of increasingly rare undeveloped beachfront. The park provides habitat for many species of wildlife. Threatened and endangered sea turtles, like the loggerhead, Atlantic green, and leatherback, nest on the..
Sarasota Jungle Gardens(159km)
Sarasota
Sarasota Jungle GardensSarasota Jungle Gardens is one of the oldest continuously operating attractions in the State of Florida. Open to the public in December of 1940, the "Gardens" has retained its old Florida charm and very little has changed over the past sixty-eight years. A visit to the..
Island Style Watersports(159km)
Sarasota
Island Style WatersportsSarasota's warm winters ensure fine year round condition for offshore sailing in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico or sailing on a long reach across one of the most fabulous bays in Florida. We proudly offer professional Windsurfing instruction with a watersports instructor..
Gwiz Science Museum(164km)
Sarasota
Gwiz Science Museum Gift Shop Sale! All Egyptian Souvenirs are 50% off! Summer Camp Information Grand Opening of Summer Exhibit - May 31 The whole family can join in from preschool age to great grandparents and explore scientific concepts introduced by exhibits, activities or..
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens(164km)
Sarasota
Marie Selby Botanical GardensChildren will delight in our indoor "rainforest," brilliant dart frog collection, and our gardens abundant with tropical flora and fauna. More than 150 scientific expeditions to rainforests around the world have contributed to our collection of more than 20,000 living..
Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium (164km)
Sarasota
Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium From its humble beginnings in tiny shed in a small Florida town, Mote Marine Laboratory has expanded to include a 10.5-acre campus in Sarasota, Fla., with field stations and public exhibits in Key West and field stations in Summerland Key and Charlotte Harbor. Florida's..
Kayaking with the Manatees in Sarasota(164km)
Sarasota
Kayaking with the Manatees in SarasotaA wide range of guided kayak eco tours (Lido Key, Siesta Key, Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key and around the state of Florida) that will allow you to get closer to nature while experiencing an adventure of a lifetime
Gatorama(169km)
Palmdale
GatoramaOne of Gatorama's main attractions for visitors and professional photographers is the natural Florida scenery in which these prehistoric beasts sunbathe in the warm tropical climate. Giant oak trees and palm trees cover the fifteen acre attraction. Visitors will also find..
Historic Spanish Point(173km)
Osprey
Historic Spanish PointAn interactive waterfront museum where you can connect to the past with 30-acres of nature trails, a large butterfly garden, pioneer buildings, a footbridge over the bay for viewing marine life, seasonal boat rides, and an exhibition built inside of one of the prehistoric..
Fish Cove Adventure Golf(174km)
Port Charlotte
Fish Cove Adventure GolfWelcome to Coral Cay Adventure Golf We have two convenient Southwest Florida locations, Coral Cay in Naples and Fish Cove in Port Charlotte. Come relax and enjoy our tranquil, tropical settings among the caves, reefs, waterfall and harbor.
Fanning Springs State Park(183km)
Fanning Springs
Fanning Springs State ParkLocated on the Suwannee River, this inviting source of cool, clear water has attracted people for thousands of years. Great idea if you are looking for fun places to go with kids in Florida
Adventure Landing(202km)
Jacksonville
Adventure LandingAdventure Landing is a leader in the regional theme park industry. The company owns, operates, and manages Adventure Landing parks in Florida (2), North Carolina (3), Texas (1), and New York (3). A privately held corporation, Adventure Landing maintains corporate offices in..
Anclote Key Preserve State Park(205km)
Dunedin
Anclote Key Preserve State ParkBlue-green Gulf waters lap gently along the preserve��s beautiful four-mile-long beach. Located three miles off the coast of Tarpon Springs, this park is accessible only by private boat. Visitors must bring water and supplies; there are no provisions on the island. The..
Sunsplash Waterpark(210km)
Cape Coral
Sunsplash WaterparkWhen you're looking for fun in the sun, Sun Splash Family Waterpark Sun Splash Family Waterpark is the perfect place to make a splash in SW Florida!
Amelia Island State Park(223km)
Jacksonville
Amelia Island State ParkAn easy drive from Jacksonville, the park protects over 200 acres of unspoiled wilderness along the southern tip of Amelia Island. Beautiful beaches, salt marshes, and coastal maritime forests provide visitors a glimpse of the original Florida. Amelia Island State Park is..
Big Talbot Island State Park(223km)
Jacksonville
Big Talbot Island State ParkLocated on one of Northeast Florida's unique sea islands, Big Talbot Island State Park is primarily a natural preserve providing a premier location for nature study, bird-watching, and photography. Explore the diverse island habitats by hiking Blackrock Trail to the..
Lion Country Safari(225km)
Loxahatchee
Lion Country Safari Lion Country Safari is involved in the captive breeding of a number of threatened or endangered species, including: Southern White Rhinoceros and Chimpanzee. Lion Country Safari is a licensed rehabilitation facility, taking in injured wildlife and offering..
John D MacArthur Beach State Park(228km)
North Palm Beach
John D MacArthur Beach State ParkA unique mixture of coastal and tropical hammock and mangrove forest, this barrier island provides a haven for several rare or endangered native tropical and coastal plant species. The park's Nature Center shows visitors why the park is a biological treasure. Visitors can..
Rapids Waterpark(233km)
West Palm Beach
Rapids WaterparkRapids Water Park is South Florida's premiere family water park from the Keys to Orlando. The park features a full-day of fun for the entire family - whether you make a splash in the cool blue waves, take a thrilling plunge down the waterslides, or just relax and float..
Big Shoals State Park(243km)
White Springs
Big Shoals State Parkhis park features the largest whitewater rapids in Florida. Limestone bluffs, towering 80 feet above the banks of the Suwannee River, afford outstanding vistas not found anywhere else in Florida. When the water level on the Suwannee River is between 59 and 61 feet above..
Palm Beach Zoo(243km)
West Palm Beach
Palm Beach ZooThe Palm Beach Zoo is a unique cultural and educational resource welcoming all members of the community, the region and the thousands of visitors who come to enjoy the many treasures of South Florida. Situated on 23 lushly planted acres in West Palm Beach, the zoo is a..
St. Mary's Submarine Museum(255km)
Saint Marys
St. Mary's Submarine MuseumThe museum is a great place to learn about the "Silent Service". A wide variety of Submarine artifacts, memorabilia and information are available for viewing, and you can checkout the beautiful St Marys waterfront thru a real periscope.
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens(260km)
Naples
Naples Zoo at Caribbean GardensNaples Zoo is a nationally accredited zoo and historic tropical garden featuring a full day of fun activities including a cruise through natural island habitats for monkeys. Much more than a walk-thru zoo, a variety of fun and educational presentations are offered all day.