24 beautiful Florida destinations you probably didn’t know existed

Wynwood Walls

2520 NW Second Ave., Miami, (305) 531-4411
These uniquely artistic walls feature colorful paintings that are always in rotation, so every time you visit, you’ll find another masterpiece to enjoy.

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Dry Tortugas

Key West, FL 33041, (305) 242-7700
This old fort used to be a federal prison during the Civil War, but now the only thing that’ll keep you prisoner is the outstanding 360-degree ocean views.

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Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

3251 S Miami Ave., Miami, (305) 250-9133
This National Historic Landmark and accredited museum with beautiful gardens, artwork and furniture fit for royalty.

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Venetian Pools

2701 De Soto Blvd., Coral Gables, (305) 460-5306
Created from a coral rock quarry in the 1920s, these crystal-clear pools will definitely have you feeling like you’re Italian royalty.

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Blowing Rocks Preserve

574 South Beach Road, Hobe Sound, (561) 744-6668
Florida’s very own Old Faithful will have you jumping and weaving trying to dodge these giant waves.

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Tiffany Chapel

445 N. Park Ave., Winter Park, (407) 645-5311
After it was left abandoned and decaying, careful reconstruction work at the Morse Museum allowed the Tiffany Chapel to return to its former glory, giving every Orlandoan a chance to step into a work of stained glass art.

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St. George Island Lighthouse

2 E Gulf Beach Drive, Eastpoint, (850) 927-7745
First built in 1833, this lighthouse has been destroyed and reconstructed multiple times throughout its history. One thing that hasn’t changed, however, is the great view from the top.

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Ancient Spanish Monastery

16711 W Dixie Hwy, North Miami Beach, (305) 945-1461
Brought to Miami brick by brick, this beautiful wonder from a bygone era showcases stone statues, wooden-cast doors and stain-glass windows that make perfect Instagram backdrops.

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Seacrest Wolf Preserve

3449 Bonnett Pond Road, Chipley, (850) 773-2897
It’s hard to think of many things more awesome than hanging out with a pack of wolves in their natural habitat. These pups might even give you the perfect souvenir—a slobbery wolf kiss.

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John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, (941) 359-5700
There’s a little bit of everything at this estate: You can tour walls and walls of artwork, stroll across sprawling bayfront gardens or learn more about the famous Ringling circus.

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Ravine Gardens State Park

1600 Twigg St., Palatka, (386) 329-3721
The uncharacteristic hilly terrain of this part of Florida calls for a hike, complete with a suspension bridge nestled in the canopy of the surrounding forest.

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Naples Pier

25 12th Ave. S, Naples, (239) 213-3062
A historic landmark that jets out over the Gulf of Mexico, this pier offers fishermen a great place to cast a line and sightseers a beautiful spot to watch the sunset.

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Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach, (561) 495-0233
Find your inner serenity while walking through these Japanese gardens lined with bamboo, sprawling greenery and detailed rock arrangements.

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Little Talbot Island State Park

12157 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville, (904) 251-2320
As one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands in Northeast Florida, Little Talbot offers you a truly natural relaxation destination, complete with white sandy beaches dotted with twisted driftwood.

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Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

4700 SW 58th Drive, Gainesville, (352) 372-4981
This botanical haven is home to all things green and good under the sun, from giant lily pads to a gigantic live oak perfect for picnicking under.

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Gasparilla Island State Park

880 Belcher Road, Boca Grande, (941) 964-0375
This tropical paradise is part of a chain of Gulf Coast barrier islands, providing a serene getaway for anyone who likes to swim, snorkel and just chill out.

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Falling Waters State Park

State Park Road, Chipley, (850) 638-6130
In a place as flat as Florida, waterfalls are pretty rare, so it isn’t every day you’ll get to see wonders like this 73-foot beauty cascade into a sinkhole.

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Jules’ Undersea Lodge

51 Shoreland Drive, Key Largo, (305) 451-2353
You might have to scuba dive to your room, but it’s not everyday you get to wake up 21 feet deep in ocean water. While the room is more outdated submarine than posh Ritz Carlton, it definitely offers a view unlike any other.

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Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park

4732 Millhopper Road, Gainesville, (352) 955-2008
Follow the stairs 120-feet down into one of Florida's oldest limestone sinkholes and search for the fossilized treasures researchers have been finding in this park for decades.

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Devil’s Den

5390 NE 180th Ave., Williston, (352) 528-3344
One of the most beautiful cave diving spots in the country, this natural wonder might look pretty, but it’s a little chilly: You might want to soak in the heated pools aboveground after your swim.

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