DRIVE
FLORIDA

Explore the Sunshine State on a
stress-free family road trip

After a year spent at home daydreaming of a vacation, most of us are eager to travel again — and looking for a getaway that doesn’t require a ton of planning or hassle.

With 26 officially designated Florida Scenic Highways guiding the way, a Florida road trip is the perfect stress-free vacation. Simply load up the car, grab the kids, and cruise out to the many adventures the Sunshine State has to offer.

From outdoor sports to al fresco dining, Florida has a fun activity for everyone in your family. Use the destinations below to build your custom road trip itinerary. When you’re done planning, click to download a portable guide that you can bring on your Florida adventure.

Click on each card to see your recommended road trip activity. Select “Save to my guide” to add the stop to your itinerary.

Ride a horse on the beach

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Ride the Atlantic surf — or just soak up the sun

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Scope out animals at the Alligator Farm Zoological Park

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Look through a glass-bottomed boat

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Complete an outdoor obstacle course at Tree Trek Adventure Park

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Take a bioluminescent kayak adventure

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Visit the Bok Tower Gardens and bird sanctuary

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Climb the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse

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Grab a waffle cone at Jaxson’s Ice Cream

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Swim in the Venetian Pool

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Stop for outdoor dining at Mrs. Mac’s Kitchen for a slice of Key lime pie

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Hike through Big Cypress Swamp

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Paddle the Calusa Blueway

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Take a walking tour of the murals in downtown St. Pete

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Catch a magical mermaid show

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Try your hand at scallop harvesting in Crystal River

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Dive Devil’s Den

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Build sandcastles and enjoy some R&R on Panama City Beach

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Hit the high seas on a Buccaneer Pirate Cruise

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Spend a day touring historic Fort Pickens

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