Florida Day Trip Adventures

Florida Day Trip Adventures The Spontaneous Person's Guide to a Well-Planned Day of Outdoor Fun in Florida

Looking to escape the crowds, dodge the tourist traps, and reconnect with the real Florida? This down-to-earth guidebook is your key to nearly 100 memorable day trips-most within 2 to 21/2 hours of Florida's major cities.

Perfect for families, grandparents, retirees, and curious locals, Florida Day Trip Adventures helps you plan spontaneous getaways that are rich in nature, light on planning, and free of long lines. Inside, you'll find scenic springs, shaded trails, historic boardwalks, quiet beaches, and small-town stops that still feel like Old Florida.

Organized by region-including Pensacola, Tallahassee, Gainesville, Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, Miami, and Florida's coasts-each listing includes: ?? Driving distance from the nearest city ?? What to do and what to bring ?? Pet policies and accessibility info ?? Estimated entrance and parking costs ?? Local tips to avoid crowds and make the most of your visit

Whether you're floating down a spring-fed river, spotting manatees from a boardwalk, or hiking under a canopy of live oaks, this guide shows you how to trade the busy for the beautiful-no theme park tickets required.