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When people hear the name Florida they think of several things. Disney World. Miami Beach. Key West. Universal Studios Florida. South Beach. The Everglades. Oranges. And the best part about Florida is that every single one of these things is true. The state is literally jam-packed with things to do all year round, from some of the best beaches on the planet to some of the most amazing fruits and climate. Regardless if you hit the forested sub-tropical northern section of the state, or the beach-lined coastal regions of the Florida panhandle, be prepared to be amazed.

While it'sread more true that Florida is a popular tourist destination, especially due to places like Disney World, Sea World, The Kennedy Space Center, and Daytona International Speedway, it's not just about the tourist traps. There are several national parks and plenty of backwoods areas that tourists never see, which gives you the opportunity to either experience the Florida that every other tourist explores on a yearly basis, or the chance to have your own personal experience within the state. With places like Miami and Orlando to start off in if you dig the tourist vibe, The Everglades National Park or the Ocala National Forest offer visitors a chance to see a different side of the state than the movies and television shows always show you.

Florida is a unique blend of American, Caribbean, and Cuban culture. The mixture is intoxicating, and absolutely breathtaking. From the cuisine to the nightclubs, the sandy beaches and the surfing or the utter luxury of an island adventure, there is plenty for the sightseer to catch a glimpse of in Florida. However, knowing when the hurricane season is will determine whether or not you get to see any beach time or not, so plan around it. Bring your appetite and a sense of adventure because The Sunshine State is waiting for you.

Orlando #1 most popular location
When someone mentions Orlando, you probably already have Mickey Mouse wandering through your head, and an undulating rollercoaster shooting in one ear and out the other. This sunny corner of …
838travelers 170reviews 143blogs
Miami Beach #2 most popular location
Technically a barrier island connected to the mainland by a series of bridges, Miami Beach is nevertheless a city all by itself. It has stood as one of the premier beach resorts in the United…
259travelers 138reviews 26blogs
Miami #3 most popular location
The palm-strewn South Florida city of Miami is hardly a chip off the American block. With a refreshingly alternative and at times bizarre take on life that makes it an unerringly interesting …
1,495travelers 141reviews 124blogs
Kissimmee #4 most popular location
Kissimmee is a rural community located to the southwest of downtown Orlando. Until recently, Kissimmee was a rather residential community that bordered on St. Cloud, another rural central …
18travelers 16reviews 6blogs
Fort Lauderdale #5 most popular location
Once renowned as the definitive party capital for students on spring break (at least for those not off to Mexico), Fort Lauderdale has shaken off its beer-swilling image and graduated into a …
295travelers 59reviews 62blogs
Key West #6 most popular location
The southernmost tip of the United States (okay, so we’re choosing to excuse islands such as Hawaii, but you get the point), Key West is pointedly quirky, full of the kind of characters tha…
197travelers 75reviews 55blogs
Tampa #7 most popular location
As one of America’s biggest draws when it comes to beach holidays, Tampa Bay is a massive vacation hotspot, with plenty of sun and a party atmosphere that prevails throughout the year and k…
493travelers 29reviews 63blogs
Jacksonville #8 most popular location
Jacksonville, Florida is located on Florida's First Coast and is the largest city by area not only in northeast Florida, but in the entire continental United States. Jacksonville has a wealt…
286travelers 20reviews 30blogs
Saint Augustine #9 most popular location
A small city on the coast of Northern Florida, just a short distance outside of Jacksonville, Saint Augustine stands apart as one of those coastal destinations in the US which has a decidedly…
29travelers 35reviews 21blogs
Lake Buena Vista #10 most popular location
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Daytona Beach #11 most popular location
When you hear the words Daytona Beach, three things probably come to mind right away...Spring Break, Bike Week and NASCAR auto racing. Daytona Beach is so much more! Daytona Beach is the per…
64travelers 9reviews 10blogs
Destin #12 most popular location
Destin is well known for it's amazingly beautiful white sand beaches located right on the Emerald Coast. The beaches aren't only a fabulous place to sunbathe, swim, snorkel, and fish, but …
30travelers 7reviews 6blogs
Clearwater #13 most popular location
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Fort Myers #14 most popular location
Fort Myers, population 48,000 plus as of 2000, is the county seat of Lee County, Florida. Established in 1886, it is the gateway to the Southwest Florida region, which is a major tourist des…
46travelers 14reviews 2blogs
Panama City Beach #15 most popular location
Panama City Beach is a popular destination for beach-goers from around the Southeast US. Known as the "Redneck Riviera" to some, PCB offers all ranges of accommodation, restaurants, clubs and…
30travelers 12reviews 1blogs
Pensacola #16 most popular location
Pensacola is proud of its rich heritage, historically significant events, and landmarks. We recently marked our 450th anniversary. In celebration, we hosted the king and queen of Spain, th…
100travelers 15reviews 3blogs
Hollywood #17 most popular location
Characterized by quaint sidewalk cafés, bricklined walks and six blocks of unique boutiques, shops, art galleries and dozens of excellent restaurants along Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison S…
48travelers 18reviews 2blogs
Naples #18 most popular location
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Tallahassee #19 most popular location
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Sarasota #20 most popular location
Sarasota is a beautiful beach-front city, laid-back and chock full of elderly retirees. But don't let that fool you. There are plenty of things to do for the younger crowd. Vacations in …
75travelers 7reviews 3blogs
Saint Petersburg #21 most popular location
Saint Petersburg, locally known as St. Pete, is the largest city in Florida's Pinellas County and makes up a significant component of the Tampa Bay Area, sitting at the entrance of the Bay an…
110travelers 11reviews 15blogs
Fort Myers Beach #22 most popular location
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West Palm Beach #23 most popular location
West Palm Beach is the largest city in Palm Beach County, the northernmost of the tri-county area that makes up South Florida (the other two being Broward County and Miami-Dade County). It's …
85travelers 14reviews 1blogs
Gainesville #24 most popular location
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Cocoa Beach #25 most popular location
Cocoa Beach is a city in Florida. It is a favorite vacation spot for American and International travelers. The city is famous as the setting of the popular 1960s TV show I Dream of Jeannie. …
26travelers 7reviews 5blogs
Panama City #26 most popular location
A great place for lovers of water sports and abounds with things to do. Located in the Florida pan handle by the Gulf of Mexico, Panama city is blessed with tons of sun, turquoise water, and …
26travelers 3blogs
Melbourne #27 most popular location
Melbourne is the place to stay when you prefer to stay away from the hussle and bussle of the big city. Minutes from the beach. Melbourne is located 30 minutes south of Kennedy Space center. …
45travelers 18reviews 4blogs
Davenport #28 most popular location
Davenport is a small community in Polk County, Florida. It has recently seen new developments such as a golf course, residental housing, leisure park, shops, restaurants and bars as the area …
1travelers 4reviews
Ocala #29 most popular location
Ocala is a city in Marion County, Florida. As of 2006, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau was 52,488. It is the county seat of Marion County, and the Primary City of the Ocala,…
42travelers 5reviews 1blogs
Key Largo #30 most popular location
25travelers 7reviews 4blogs
Pompano Beach #31 most popular location
Located in the heart of Florida's Gold Coast the City of Pompano Beach is the year round home to 104,402 residents. During season (September through March) the number swells to nearly 150,00…
19travelers 5reviews 3blogs
Lakeland #32 most popular location
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Boca Raton #33 most popular location
Boca Raton is a peaceful, affluent community on the southeast coast of Florida, about half an hour from Ft. Lauderdale and a little over an hour from Miami. It is famous for its pink and yell…
66travelers 5reviews 1blogs
Saint Pete Beach #34 most popular location
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Doral #35 most popular location
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Islamorada #36 most popular location
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South Beach #37 most popular location
South Beach is the section of Miami Beach, Florida that encompasses the southernmost 23 blocks of an island separating the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay. Today, the South Beach section o…
14travelers 11reviews 4blogs
Bradenton #38 most popular location
Welcome to the friendly city, Bradenton Florida. Enjoy the gorgeous sunshine as it beats down upon your shoulders. Let your eyes wander to the beautiful Manatee River. Watch as the sun sets a…
37travelers 4reviews 14blogs
Walt Disney World #39 most popular location
The largest recreational resort in the entire world, and the most visited as well, Walt Disney World Resort is located near Orlando, Florida, and is generally known simply as Disney World. In…
57travelers 38reviews 23blogs
Titusville #40 most popular location
Titusville is a small city in Central Florida along the 'Space Coast' of Brevard County. Titusville is the closest city and probably best base for Kennedy Space Center. It is home to the Spac…
10travelers 5reviews 9blogs
Marathon #41 most popular location
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Dania Beach #42 most popular location
Dania Beach was the first city to be incorporated into Broward County, Florida back in the early 1900s. The city is located directly southeast of the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood airport. Th…
2travelers 3reviews 1blogs
Pensacola Beach #43 most popular location
Pensacola beach has the beautiful white sand beaches. Once you cross over the bridge to the beach, paradise awaits you. Make sure you park next to the Beach Ball water tower and hit the bea…
1travelers 7reviews
Sunny Isles Beach #44 most popular location
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Cape Canaveral #45 most popular location
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Plantation #46 most popular location
… where the grass is greener.® That’s the official motto of Plantation, Florida. This city, where the population is nearly 90,000 as of July 2006 has grown consistently since the first…
14travelers 5reviews
Bradenton Beach #47 most popular location
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Marianna #48 most popular location
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Palm Beach #49 most popular location
Palm Beach is an upscale community along the most eastern edge of Florida. Although the population is only 10,000 year round the seasonal high is much closer to 30,000. This resort communit…
27travelers 3blogs
Miami Springs #50 most popular location
1travelers 4reviews