5 Florida Cities Perfect for a Family Vacation

Florida is a wonderful place for a family vacation; the state’s warm weather, beaches, and adventurous cities make it an easy place for everyone to get excited about visiting. Below are five cities in Florida to consider for your next family trip.

Destin

Compared to other cities in Florida, Destin is less crowded and significantly quieter, so it may be the perfect choice for a beach trip with young children or elderly relatives. You can expect a more traditional beachside camping Destin experience between the miles of beautiful white sand, crystal blue, warm water, and tranquil views.

Orlando

A family trip to Orlando is a great way to let the kids experience the wonderful world of Disney, Harry Potter, and Universal Studios. It is a theme park lover’s paradise. Outside of theme parks, you and your family can explore the local zoo, an alligator park, and Kissimmee Swamp.

Everglades National Park

A completely different experience than Floridan beaches is Everglades National Park. A massive wetland that resembles a river system, you can take boat tours, look for the endangered and gentle manatee, and explore Big Cypress National Preserve.  You can also camp in a traditional Native American chickee.

Fort Lauderdale

The little sibling to its neighboring big city, Miami, Fort Lauderdale offers many of the same amenities, like exciting nightlife, delicious fresh seafood restaurants, a glittering beach, sailboats available for renting or touring, and glamorous crowds of people. If you happen to be leaving on a cruise from the port, it’s a great place to spend a few extra days exploring.

Key West

The small island town is a wonderful place for a multi-generation family to visit. Not only is there a beautiful beach, warm weather all-year-round, and great food, but there is the Ernest Hemingway Home, a butterfly ranch, and a sea turtle hatching experience. People of all ages flock to Key West for its fun and familial atmosphere.

There is truly no shortage of places to explore with your family in Florida.