If you want to visit Florida, but aren’t into theme parks or crowds, don’t fret because there are plenty of great places to visit. All of the spots listed below are less popular than many other places in Florida, but have a lot to offer travelers.
Devil’s Den In Williston
Located close to Gainesville, this natural wonder is an underground swimming hole. If you can snorkel or scuba dive, then this rare site will be something that you won’t forget.
Falling Waters State Park In Chipley
You probably don’t associate waterfalls with the state of Florida. There’s actually a 73-foot waterfall at Falling Waters State Park in Chipley. It’s the tallest waterfall in the state and it’s pretty impressive to see.
Tarpon Springs
The entire town of Tarpon Springs is worth checking out. It features a beautiful waterfront and the historic buildings add to the charm of this town. It’s only about 45 minutes away from Tampa so if you want to escape the big city, this is a great destination.
Florida Caverns State Park In Marianna
The only cave that can be explored above ground and not underwater in Florida is at Florida Caverns State Park in Marianna. The park is located in the Panhandle and within driving distance to the waterfall at Falling Waters State park.
Fort Jefferson At Dry Tortugas National Park In Key West
This often overlooked national park is a great place to visit when you are near Key West. The fort is unfinished and has a lot of history to it. Some think it’s haunted so you may hear a story or two about strange occurrences that have happened at Fort Jefferson. If you are looking to spend more time here, you can also camp here. It’s especially a great place to see the stars and enjoy the quiet and peacefulness of the island.
Fort De Soto In St. Petersburg
Located in the southwest part of St. Petersburg, Fort De Soto is made up of the remnants of a 19th century fort, five islands and miles of white sand beaches. The North Beach part of Fort De Soto is fairly quiet and doesn’t attract nearly as many visitors as other parts of the area.
As you can see, Florida is filled with quite a few places to go where you can avoid some of the large crowds that are synonymous with much of Florida. Do you have any places that you would recommend?
