Ready to see a side of Florida that you may have never seen before? It’s time to take the tour of the most beautiful small towns in Florida. These small towns are perfect for anyone looking to explore the history and charm of Old Florida. You can make a weekend out of exploring those closest to you or simply explore a new one every few weeks. Indulge in culture and charm in these lovely small towns in Florida.

1. Apalachicola
Apalachicola, FL 32320, USA
Flickr/JR P
This friendly fishing town in the Panhandle produces some of the best seafood in the state (and 90% of our oysters), and nearby St. George Island is a true gem.
2. Cedar Key
Cedar Key
Kate Haskell/Flickr
Cedar Key is a beloved old-fashioned city about an hour southwest from Gainesville. This historic city with charming shops and stilt houses is a wonderful place to explore Old Florida.
3. Fernandina Beach
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA
Flickr/Steven Martin
Those of us in North Florida already know and love Fernandina Beach, located on Amelia Island. Of course, the beach is lovely, but the historic downtown area with upscale shopping and dining really seals its spot on this list.
4. Tarpon Springs
Tarpon Springs, FL, USA
Nick Ledford/Flickr
Visitors fall in love with the old-world charm of this Greek sponging town 45 minutes from Tampa. Historic buildings, antique stores, and a gorgeous waterfront make this a perfect vacation spot.

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5. Stuart
Stuart, FL, USA
Flickr/Mitch Kloorfain
Stuart is the Sailfish Capital of the World, located north of Palm Beach on Florida's Treasure Coast. Stroll through the historic downtown, visit their great museums, and don't forget to go fishing!
6. Mount Dora
Mount Dora, Mt Dora, FL 32757, USA
Flickr/Daniel Piraino
One of our better-known small towns, Mount Dora in Central Florida offers a glimpse of Old Florida just an hour outside of Orlando. Bed and breakfasts, antique shops, and gorgeous historic homes are some of its greatest attractions.
7. DeFuniak Springs
DeFuniak Springs, Defuniak Springs, FL, USA
Flickr/JR P
This beautiful town in Florida is located between Pensacola and Tallahassee and is full of small-town charm. It features many beautiful Victorian homes and the state's oldest library still in operation.
8. Dunedin
Dunedin, FL, USA
Flickr/Tracy Solomon
Dunedin in Pinellas County has a lot to offer packed into a small city. It has fascinating Scottish roots it still honors, and it hosts a popular Mardi Gras celebration. Plus, it's home to a historic Jazz Age hot spot, the Fenway Hotel, and Florida's oldest microbrewery, Dunedin Brewery. Not to mention, it has one of the best beaches in Florida at Caladesi Island State Park.

Have you visited any of these charming FL towns? Please share your favorite small towns in Florida with us in the comments! Or if you think we missed any, make sure to let us know.

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