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Busch Gardens

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!

Cypress Gardens

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..

Universal Orlando

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.

Walt Disney World

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.

Wannado City

Fort Lauderdale

Wannado CityTry over 120 professions including: Archeologist, Anesthesiologist, Bailiff, Chef, Clown, DJ, Defense Attorney, Dentist, Hair Dresser, Jeweler, Judge, Police Chief, Veterinarian, Chocolate Creator, High Fashion Model, Pizza Maker and tons more! At Wannado City, kids can do..

Universal Studios

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.

Wonderworks

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 attractionÃ¢ÂÂs dramatic exterior; a three-story tall, classically designed building that appears to..

Islands Of Adventure

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.

Lowry Park Zoo

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..

Marineland

St Augustine

MarinelandMarineland allows visitors a chance to swim, snorkel or scuba dive with dolphins and other marine life.

Seaworld

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..

Brevard Zoo

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..

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens

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.

The Florida Aquarium

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.

Gatorama

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..

Gatorland

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..

Gulf Breeze Zoo

Gulf Breeze

Gulf Breeze ZooOver 1200 of the wildest friends you'll ever see await you at The Zoo. Take a peek at the adorable orangutans and spider monkeys, giggle at the funny otters,study the mighty gorilla, photograph the colorful birds,watch the playful lemurs, gaze at the majestic lions, & take..

Lion Country Safari

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..

Miami Metro Zoo

Miami

Miami Metro ZooOur Mission is to encourage an appreciation for the world's wildlife and to help conserve it for future generations.

Palm Beach Zoo

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..

Parrot Jungle Island

Miami

Parrot Jungle IslandJungle Island's three entertaining shows feature some of the wildest animals from around the globe. From the world's most lethal bird to some of the most deadly snakes found anywhere, these are animals you will have to see to believe. Presented in the Pepsi Parrot Bowl,..

Discovery Cove

Orlando

Discovery CoveCome and swim with dolphins at this idyllic setting.

Miami Seaquarium

Key Biscayne

Miami SeaquariumMiami Seaquarium Camp includes fun-filled days of education and conservation, daily animal interactions, shows, field and art activities and so much more! Great idea if you're looking for fun places to go with kids in Florida

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

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,..

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium

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..

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

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..

Jungle Adventures Nature Park and Zoo

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,..

Dolphins Plus

Key Largo

Dolphins PlusKey Largo's original swim with the dolphins program! Call us today to sign up for the dolphin experience of a lifetime!

Historic Spanish Point

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..

Weeki Wachee Springs

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.

Adventure Island

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..

Big Kahunas

East Destin

Big KahunasWith more than 40 Water attractions and an Adventure Park, Big Kahuna's offers something for every member of the family. You can't do it all in just one day! Great idea if you are looking for fun places to go with kids in Florida.

Rapids Waterpark

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..

Shipwreck Island

Panama City Beach

Shipwreck IslandShipwreck Island Waterpark opened in the summer of 1983. The tropical theme waterpark is filled with attractions and food and beverage outlets to bring smiles to every member of your family. The twenty-acre park features lush landscaping, a professionally trained aquatics..

Sunsplash Waterpark

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!

Wet N Wild

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..

Wild Waters

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..

Gwiz Science Museum

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..

American Police Hall of Fame and Museum

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,..

Museum Of Arts And Sciences

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..

The South Florida Museum

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..

Boomers

Greater Fort Lauderdale

BoomersWhether you just want to hit for fun, or you're looking for that all important competitive edge, head for the batting cages at Boomers. We'll supply a batting helmet and a bat, or you can bring your own. Our slow pitch softball, fast pitch softball, or baseball pitching..

Old Town

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..

Adventure Landing

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..

Playplus For Kids

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!

Andretti Thrill Park

Melbourne

Andretti Thrill ParkAttractions include Pro-golf,Go-Kart Tracks,Bumper Boats,Batting Cages, Train rides , Laser Tag, Playground,and Kiddie Area

Birthday World Fun Center

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.

Funky Fish Kids Day

Fort Lauderdale to Deerfield Beach

Funky Fish Kids DayBring your child or group to Funky Fish at the beach for the day to learn about the ocean.

Ace Of Hearts Ranch

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..

Great World Nature Tours Horse Riding

Lakewood Ranch

Great World Nature Tours Horse RidingTreat 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!

Island Style Watersports

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..

Coral Cay Adventure Golf

Naples

Coral Cay 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.

Fish Cove Adventure Golf

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.

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..

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

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..

Swim With Manatees

Crystal River

Swim With ManateesMake this vacation the most memorable ever for the entire family. Come swim with our gentle giants, the manatees. This will be one of the most exciting things you have ever done. Our staff biologist will guide you through our manatee awareness program and prepare you to..

Lazy Days Eco Kayak Tours

Cocoa Beach

Lazy Days Eco Kayak ToursEnjoy nature at its finest when you get Ric Hinman's "Lazy Days" Kayak Eco-Tours to take you on a relaxing journey through Cocoa Beach, Florida's beautiful Thousand Islands... Click for Cocoa Beach, Florida..

Bald Point State Park

Panacea

Bald Point State ParkSome of the most picturesque scenic areas along north Floridas Gulf Coast can be found at this park. Located on Alligator Point where Ochlockonee Bay meets Apalachee Bay, Bald Point offers a multitude of land and water activities. Coastal marshes, pine flatwoods, and oak..

Big Lagoon State Park

Pensacola

Big Lagoon State ParkThinking of a family reunion, company picnic or birthday party? Big Lagoon has just the facilities to accommodate your event. The newly constructed restrooms at the Governor's Pavilion will make your visit even more enjoyable. These facilities are equipped with lighting and..

Blackwater River State Park

Holt

Blackwater River State ParkA favorite destination for canoeists and kayakers, Blackwater River offers opportunities for a variety of outdoor recreation. The river is one of the purest sand-bottom rivers in the nation, making this park a popular place for swimming, fishing, camping, and paddling...

Camp Helen State Park

Panama City Beach

Camp Helen State ParkCome visit and explore our unique park. Truly a hidden gem, Camp Helen is a beautiful getaway destination. Visit the lodge and relax in the rocking chairs as you look at Lake Powell. Listen to the stories of the park's history or share some of your own. Enjoy a nice stroll..

Deer Lake State Park

Santa Rosa Beach

Deer Lake State ParkThis park shares its name with the coastal dune lake within its boundaries. Coastal dune lakes are extremely rare worldwide and in the United States they occur only along the Gulf Coast. Southern magnolias, golden asters, woody goldenrod, and scrub oaks can be seen in this..

Ecofina River State Park

Lamont

Ecofina River State ParkNestled along the northern Gulf Coast, this park protects a mosaic of diverse landscapes. The Econfina River meanders like a dark ribbon through pine flatwoods, oaks and palm forests to broad expanses of salt marsh dotted with pine islands. Nature lovers can explore the..

Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park

Wakulla Springs

Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State ParkHome of one of the largest and deepest freshwater springs in the world, this park plays host to an abundance of wildlife, including alligators, turtles, deer, and birds. Daily guided riverboat tours provide a closer view of wildlife, and glass bottom boat tours are offered..

Falling Waters State Park

Chipley

Falling Waters State ParkHuge trees and fern-covered sinkholes line Sink Hole Trail, the boardwalk that leads visitors to Florida's highest waterfall. Falling Waters Sink is a 100-foot deep, 20-foot wide cylindrical pit into which flows a small stream that drops 73 feet to the bottom of the sink...

Florida Caverns State Park

Marianna

Florida Caverns State ParkThis is one of the few state parks with dry (air filled) caves and is the only Florida state park to offer cave tours to the public. The cave has dazzling formations of limestone stalactites, stalagmites, soda straws, flowstones, and draperies. Florida Caverns is also..

Grayton Beach

Santa Rosa Beach

Grayton BeachGolden in the morning sun, silvered by moonlight, Grayton Beach has consistently been ranked among the most beautiful and pristine beaches in the United States. The beach provides an idyllic setting for swimming, sunbathing, and surf fishing. Visitors can paddle a canoe or..

Henderson Beach State Park

Destin

Henderson Beach State ParkPristine white sugar sand beaches and more than 6,000 feet of natural scenic shoreline border the emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Natural features of the park include sand pines, scrub oaks, and dune rosemary. Boardwalks provide access to the beach for swimming,..

Amelia Island State Park

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 Shoals State Park

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..

Big Talbot Island State Park

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..

Crystal River Preserve

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..

Fanning Springs State Park

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

Anastasia State Park

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..

Blue Spring State Park

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..