All over Florida (and the rest of the country), we have abandoned structures that sit like giant time capsules, slowly creeping back into the earth. Whether you find them beautiful (like we do) or creepy, there is something strangely fascinating about each one. These are some of our favorite abandoned places in Florida that are being reclaimed by nature. Some of these places are not open to the public, some may be structurally unstable, while others have been transformed or removed, so these images are the perfect way to view these abandoned Florida places.

1. The Miami Marine Stadium - Miami

The Miami Marine Stadium, built in 1963 on Virginia Key, Miami, was used for water sports, concerts, and other events until it was deemed unsafe after Hurricane Andrew in 1992.

This photo shows an aerial view of some of the stadium's 6,566 seats. Recent plans to rehabilitate the structure, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, have fallen through. So it remains one of the most fascinating abandoned places in South Florida.

2. Abandoned Motel - Deerfield Beach

Editors note: This place is no longer available to see.

This abandoned mid-century-style motel in Deerfield Beach is haunting. If you look closely, you can see the mattresses and hotel furniture.

3. Abandoned Restaurant - Cedar Key

Editors Note: This restaurant experienced extensive damage from a hurricane and has now been demolished. This old restaurant in Cedar Key looks like it was once a pretty interesting place to eat.

4. Abandoned Truck - Lower Keys

An abandoned truck lays vacant near a seafood processing facility in the lower Keys.

5. Abandoned Restaurant - Long Key

This restaurant was probably once abuzz with activity, but it now sits silent and forgotten on Long Key.

This is a shot of one of the restaurant's ceiling fans and the yellowed, peeling paint.

6. Abandoned Live Alligator Roadside Attraction - South Bay

This roadside attraction in Palm Beach County once offered travelers a glimpse of live alligators. This abandoned place makes me wonder where the alligators went when the attraction closed its doors.

7. Abandoned Zanadu Sign - Kissimmee

Some of you might remember the so-called home of the future, Xanadu, in Kissimmee, that has been torn down for years now. Apparently, this sign for the attraction still stands.

8. Hotel Graystone - Miami Beach

Editors Note: This once-abandoned building is now an open and thriving hotel. It is called Hotel Greystone and you can book a night's stay today.

It seems like a shame that this Art Deco building in South Beach had been boarded up and painted white. Still, it was oddly captivating, especially at night. As one of the most fascinating abandoned places in South Florida, it's good to know it's been given new life.

9. Abandoned Double-Decker Bus - Miami

Editors note: This double-decker bus now has a fresh coat of paint and sits as a beautiful mural.

10. Abandoned Riverside Motel - Yulee

You couldn't pay me to step inside this abandoned motel on Hwy 17 in Yulee.

Plants have started growing inside the motel, where nature is beginning to reclaim the space.

Among other things at the motel, the photographer found an old souvenir shop, holes punched in the walls, stacks of television sets, and an open Bible by a window.

What do you think of these abandoned places in Florida? Please share your comments with us!

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