Southwest Florida Tourism
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Key West Tandem Parasailing - Key West, Florida
Key West Tandem Parasailing - Key West, Florida
Have you ever wanted to float high above the water? If you wanted to share the experience with someone special then tandem parasailing is a great way to see Key West. Parasailing is safe for all ages and can be done alone or with a buddy.
Think of flying 300 feet above the island where you can see everything below as the birds see it. While you are sailing you will see everything, even the wildlife that live in the water below. Read more
Everglades 1/2 day Tour - Naples, Florida
Key West Snorkel Safari Tour - Key West, Florida
Sunset Watersports Boat Rental-Deckboat - Key West, Florida
Watersports Boat Rental - Key West, Florida
If you want to get out on the beautiful crystal blue waters off the Florida Keys and have a great sightseeing adventure then you will want to rent a boat crewed by experienced people to take you where you want to go. Whether you want to go fishing for the big ones or go exploring the area by water then this is the way to go. Read more
Audubon House and Tropical Gardens - Key West, Florida
The Audubon House and Tropical Gardens is the Gem of the Key West Restoration Movement. The Audubon House and Tropical Gardens offers a relaxing, peaceful environment for families and groups and is an educational experience to be treasured in Key West, Florida. The 19th Century house was built by Captain John H. Geiger in an era when shipwrecks occurred daily and pirates roamed the seas. The house contains 28 first edition works by noted ornithologist John James Audubon. Audubon visited Key West in 1832 and had sighted and drawn 18 new birds for his “Birds of America” collection. Visitors today can enjoy the surroundings that inspired Audubon’s work and learn about the various flora and fauna of this tropical island off the coast of Florida. Read more
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling - Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary, Florida
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling at Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary, Florida. Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary is an outstanding destination if you’re interested in scuba diving or snorkeling in the Florida Keys. Looe Key Sanctuary is a tongue and groove reef system located near Big Pine Key. It is named after the HMS Looe which struck the reef, burned and was sunk in 1744. The horseshoe shaped reef at Looe Key has been a National Marine Sanctuary since 1981. Read more
Hemmingway House and Museum - Old Town Key West, Florida
Visit the Hemingway House in Old Town Key West
Whether you are a fan of Ernest Hemingway’s writing or you just enjoy touring interesting historic sites, you’ll appreciate a visit to the Hemmingway House and Museum in Old Town Key West. The Spanish Colonial style house was owned by Hemingway from 1931 to 1961. He lived and wrote at the house for over a decade. Read more
Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - Sanibel Island, Florida
Canoeing at the J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
Located on Sanibel Island, just off Florida’s Gulf Coast, is the J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge, created as the Sanibel Wildlife Refuge in 1945 and renamed in 1971, is a very popular place to visit for those who are interested in conservation and the beauty of the great outdoors. It is an especially good place for canoe enthusiasts to visit. Read more
Everglades National Park - Everglades, Florida
Try Canoeing in the Everglades National Park
The Everglades National Park is a watery wonder world of mangroves, shallow bays, lazy rivers, and isolated islands. It is the perfect setting in which to go canoeing, and there are many different and wonderful areas there, which you can explore.
Southern Florida Vacation
Unique Places to Visit in Florida
Florida is a vacationer’s paradise. You can find dozens of theme parks, wilderness, and incredible beaches on two coasts all within a few hours drive. It is no wonder that so many people each year make Florida their vacation destination.
However, there is more to Florida than just theme parks and beaches. Some of the best things you can see and do in Florida might be a bit off the beaten path, but they are still worthwhile and interesting. Here is a compilation of some fun and unique places to visit while on your Florida vacation. Read more
