Naples FL

If you think all flea markets are created equal, wait until you set foot in Flea Across Florida in Macclenny. Tucked just west of Jacksonville, this lively indoor-outdoor market is a weekend wonderland for treasure hunters, bargain lovers, and folks who just want a good pulled pork sandwich while browsing vintage tools.

Ever dreamed of standing eye-to-eye with an elephant, feeling the breeze from its flapping ears, or watching it splash joyfully in a mud bath just feet away? At Myakka Elephant Ranch in Myakka City, Florida, those dreams come to life—and they’re even more heartwarming in person.

What if you could enjoy all the perks of a tropical island—turquoise water, white-sand beaches, fruity drinks in hand—without ever leaving the mainland? Welcome to MetroLagoon Southshore Bay, a splashy paradise tucked into Wimauma, Florida, where a massive manmade lagoon delivers serious vacation energy just 30 minutes from Tampa.

Looking for a place in Orlando that’ll get your heart racing before you’ve even stepped inside? Say hello to Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, a sprawling, high-octane wonderland where the thrills are turbocharged and the fun is as electric as the karts themselves.

Looking for something wildly different to do in Florida that doesn’t involve sand between your toes or theme park lines? Imagine being high up in the treetops, inching across rope bridges, zipping through the forest, and shouting “woo!” as you conquer obstacle after obstacle—all while squirrels look on like you’re the show.

If your idea of a perfect weekend involves fresh air, flower fields, and the occasional goat photobomb, Sweetfields Farm in Brooksville, Florida, is calling your name. Nestled in the rolling countryside just north of Tampa Bay, this seasonal farm adventure feels like a postcard come to life—equal parts family fun, rustic charm, and sunflower-filled serenity.

If you’ve ever dreamed of floating alongside a gentle manatee in turquoise water so clear it looks like glass, Crystal River is your kind of paradise. Tucked along Florida’s Nature Coast in Citrus County, this small town with a big personality is the only place in North America where you can legally swim with wild manatees—and that’s just the beginning of its natural wonders.

If you think Central Florida is all theme parks and roller coasters, think again. Just north of Orlando sits Winter Park, a storybook town where brick-lined streets, mossy oaks, and a chain of sparkling lakes invite you to slow down and soak it all in.

If your dream day includes diving into cool spring water, flipping pancakes at your own table, and spotting gators from a boat, De Leon Springs State Park is calling your name. This underrated Florida gem packs history, adventure, and breakfast into one delightfully quirky destination.

It’s not every day you get to stroll beneath a supersonic fighter jet or stand in the shadow of a 1940s dive bomber—but at the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, Florida, that’s just the beginning. This soaring tribute to the U.S. Navy’s aviation history is part museum, part air hangar, and entirely awe-inspiring.