14 Legitimately Fun Things You Can Do In Florida Without Spending A Dime

Florida has some of the country's best beaches, where you can enjoy a perfect day for little to no cost. Siesta Beach, pictured here, has sand made of 99% quartz, so it's cool on your toes, even on the hottest days. With thousands of miles of coastline, it's easy to find the perfect beach near you.

Come check out more than 150 historic aircraft at this 35-acre indoor/outdoor naval aviation museum, which is the world's largest. It's fun and fascinating for kids and adults. Best of all, it's totally free!

On the first Monday of every month you can get free admission to this "50-acre botanical oasis" in Orlando. There's free storytelling for little ones on these days as well.

This museum will teach you everything you've ever wanted to know about the history and culture of Florida's many inhabitants, with artifacts and exhibits you won't find anywhere else. Admission is free, but donations are accepted.

Admission is free to this natural history museum where families can learn all about the plants and animals of the beautiful Florida Keys.

Legend has it that anyone who parks at the bottom of Spook Hill and puts their car in neutral will roll up the hill. Spooky, indeed.

There are plenty of free and affordable things to do in the Great Outdoors in Florida. Most state parks are beautiful and charge a small entrance fee, but there are also parks that are totally free. (Of course, most of them appreciate donations.) The Wakadohatchee Wetlands in Delray Beach is a nice place to walk on a boardwalk and view lots of native Florida wildlife. The park was once unused utility land that has been successfully transformed into a lovely recreation area.

This 27,000-foot showroom is full of collectible cars dating from the 1920s through the 1970s, including hot rods, muscle cars and originals. And if you're looking to buy, they are all for sale.

The way the garden has taken over the crumbling Civil War-era fortification gives it the feeling of a secret and sacred place. Not only is it full of exotic plants, including colorful orchids and massive banyans, the entire garden is located right on the beach, with breathtaking views of the ocean.

This huge open street art museum in Miami features tons of graffiti and murals in the hip Wynwood Art District. Bring your camera for this unforgettable experience.

We love to have fun in Florida, and we'll find almost any reason to party. So in Key West and Clearwater, even the sun setting is good enough! Crowds gather a couple hours before sunset to watch performers and hear live music. And when the sun goes down, the party is just beginning!

The Cummer Museum is a Jacksonville landmark and costs only $10 for adults and $6 for children in kindergarten through college. Stroll through the beautiful gardens on the St. John's River and tour the ever changing exhibits. Visit Tuesdays after 4pm for free admission.

Anyone who's ever wondered how spirits are made can catch a free tour every 30 minutes at this distillery in historic St. Augustine. Don't worry about finding a babysitter, children are allowed to tour (but obviously not taste).