Living in the Sunshine State means never having to be bored, ever. There are always a lot of fun things to do in Florida, even if you’ve lived here your entire life. If you feel like you’ve done everything there is to do in our state, check out a few of the underrated places in Florida we’ve discovered so far this year: Let’s take a look at some unique things to do in Florida.

1. Enroll in clown school (or at least visit).
109 W Interlake Blvd, Lake Placid, FL 33852, USA
Flickr/Richard Elzey
Lake Placid is a fascinating small town that's famous for its quirky charm. First of all, it's known for its many murals. Secondly, it's the Caladium Capital of the World. Finally, it's home to a longstanding landmark, Toby's Clown School.

Learn about the history of this clown school:

2. Take a tiki boat tour.
200 US-1, Jupiter, FL 33477, USA
Pontiki Boat Cruises/Google
This is possibly the most fun you'll ever have on a boat. These floating tiki bars stop at sandbars, play fun music, and all the drinks are included.
3. View some incredible wildlife on this Florida safari.
100 Savannah Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667, USA
Flickr/anthony rue
Check out bison, alligators, and wild horses up close at Paynes Prairie Preserve near Gainesville. Read our full write-up about this wild state park.

Get an aerial view of these beautiful bison:

4. Try "horseback swimming."
8690 60th St, Pinellas Park, FL 33782, USA
Facebook/Cypress Breeze Farm- Horseback Riding Adventure
On these special excursions, Cypress Breeze's specially trained horses wade into Tampa Bay and swim back to shore. It's an unforgettable way to experience some of Florida's most beautiful scenery. Read our post about this special experience.

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5. Visit the world's largest butterfly park.
3600 W Sample Rd, Coconut Creek, FL 33073, USA
butterflyworld.com
There is nothing more magical than being surrounded by thousands of fluttering butterflies. Butterfly World is truly one of the most amazing places in Florida for nature lovers. Read more about Butterfly World.

Get an in-depth look at Butterfly World:

6. Watch planes land at this unique restaurant.
202 Airport Rd, Palm Coast, FL 32164, USA
TripAdvisor/Lee R
Florida has no shortage of amazing restaurants, but this one is a little different. Highjackers isn't just full of airplane memorabilia, you can also watch planes take off and land from your table.
7. Stroll through a European town square without ever leaving Florida.
101 Palm Harbor Pkwy, Palm Coast, FL 32137, USA
Facebook/European Village - Palm Coast
At European Village in Palm Coast, shops and restaurants occupy the first floor while housing occupies the floors on top, giving the whole community the vibe of a traditional town square. Learn more about the restaurants and farmers market at the European Village,
8. Visit Mount Rushmore and meet a few former presidents.
123 Hwy 27N, Clermont, FL 34711
TripAdvisor/Rodney M
Okay, so it's a miniature version of the famous landmark, and the presidents are all made of wax, but the Presidents Hall of Fame in Clermont is still one of Florida's most unique old-school attractions.

Are you excited to go out and try something new in the Sunshine State? Let us know what else you would add to this list of unique things to do in Florida in the comments! For more adventures, check out some of the best places to visit in Florida. When you’re taking road trips in Florida, don’t forget to bring along some road trip snacks!

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William Suphan | July 24, 2023

What are the best theme parks in Florida?

The best theme parks in Florida include:

  • Animal Kingdom. This Disney park is the second largest theme park on the planet and is all about animal conservation.
  • Legoland. Bring your younger kids to this theme park for tons of Lego fun in Winter Haven.
  • Universal Studios Orlando. Your kids will love the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and many other entertainment favorites.
  • Magic Kingdom. This is the ultimate Disney park in the state with all your favorite characters and rides.

 

Find out more about the best theme parks in Florida. 

What are the best family-friendly museums in Florida?

The best family-friendly museums in Florida include:

  • Ripley’s Believe It or Not. Bring the kids to see all kinds of intriguing oddities in St. Augustine.
  • WonderWorks. This museum looks like an upside-down Roman building and focuses on educational exhibits about math, space, and physics.
  • Potter’s Wax Museum. Kids can see wax figures of their favorite characters from various movies and shows.
  • St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum. If the kids like Jack Sparrow, they’ll love this pirate museum!

 

Discover more about the best family-friendly museums in Florida. 

What are the best places to see and interact with animals in Florida?

The best places to see and interact with animals in Florida include:

  • Brevard Zoo. With a treetop trek and rhino encounter, this zoo is sure to thrill kids and adults alike.
  • Flordia Aquarium. Have you ever wanted to pet a penguin? If so, then this is the place to go!
  • Zoological Wildlife Foundation. This is the place for interacting with and learning about all kinds of animals.
  • The Catty Shack Ranch. This place is for lovers of big cats and there are daytime tours and nighttime feeding tours.

 

Learn more about the best places to see and interact with animals. 

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