Posted in Florida Attractions May 08, 2021 by

These 16 Lighthouses In Florida Are Priceless Gems Everyone Should See

Lighthouses in Florida are historic treasures that can take you back to another time. Dating back to the 1800s, these iconic structures will give you a glimpse of postcard-perfect Old Florida. Here are some of our favorites.

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1. Ameilia Island Light, Fernandina Beach
Daron Dean for VISIT FLORIDA via Flickr/VISIT FLORIDA Editor
This iconic lighthouse has been one of the most extraordinary Florida landmarks since 1838.
2. Fowey Rocks Lighthouse, Key Biscayne
Flickr/Ines Hegedus-Garcia
This lighthouse is located seven miles southeast of Cape Florida on Key Biscayne.
3. Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse, Ponce Inlet
http://www.volusia.org/services/public-works/coastal-division/coastal-parks/lighthouse-point-park.stml
This lighthouse resides in Ponce Inlet of Volusia County.
4. Pensacola Lighthouse, Pensacola Bay
Flickr/sailn1
This Pensacola Bay lighthouse also has a museum.
5. Cape St. George Light, St. George Island
By Drew Zimmerman (self Transferred from en.wikipedia) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
This lighthouse was on St. George Island for 153 years before collapsing into the Gulf of Mexico in 2005. Pieces were retrieved and the lighthouse was restored in 2008.
6. Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse, Hillsboro Beach
By Jordon Kalilich (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons
You can visit this lighthouse in Hillsboro Beach by boat through the Hillsboro Lighthouse Preservation Society.
7. Cape Canaveral Lighthouse
By NASA (Great Images in NASA Description) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
Located one mile inland from Cape Canaveral, this is one of the best lighthouse in Florida to visit. It was built in 1848 to serve as a warning of the dangerous shoals off the coast.
8. Key West Lighthouse, Key West
By Averette (Own work) [CC BY 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons
Key West Lighthouse first opened in 1848 and its keeper at the time was a woman, which was highly uncommon back then.
9. Cape Florida Lighthouse, Key Biscayne
DeepNightBlue/Flickr
This lighthouse is the oldest structure in Miami-Dade.
10. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, Jupiter
https://plus.google.com/u/0/105069429108645615731/about
The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse has been a fixture along the coast since 1860 and has a museum showcasing the area's history.
11. Sand Key Lighthouse, Monroe County
By United States Navy, James Brooks [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
This lighthouse is located six nautical miles southwest of Key West.
12. Dry Tortugas Light, Loggerhead Key
By United States Coast Guard, Petty Officer 2nd Class Jennifer Johnson [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
Also known as Loggerhead Lighthouse, it ceased operations in 2015.
13. St. Marks Lighthouse, Crawfordville
By Michael Rivera (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons
This lighthouse sits at the mouth of St. Marks River on Apalachee Bay.
14. St. Augustine Lighthouse, St. Augustine
Jonathan Zander [GFDL (http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/fdl.html), CC-BY-SA-3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/) or CC BY-SA 2.5 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.5)], via Wikimedia Commons
Visit this lighthouse and museum and you can climb all the way to the top observation deck.
15. Egmont Key Light, Egmont Key, St. Petersburg
By Dlohcierekim's sock at en.wikipedia [CC BY-SA 2.5 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.5)], from Wikimedia Commons
Sitting on an island filled with wilderness in Tampa Bay, this lighthouse accessible by boat or ferry.
16. Garden Key Light, Fort Jefferson, Key West
http://www.nps.gov/media/photo/gallery.htm?id=89404A1F-1DD8-B71C-07C25C8631876288
Part of the Fort Jefferson National Monument, this lighthouse is abandoned.

There you have it, more proof of the charm and beauty that is all around us in the Sunshine State. Feel free to share any photos of lighthouses in Florida with us here in the comments or on our Facebook page!

If you love lighthouses, consider taking our Lighthouse Road Trip On The Florida Coast which will take you to of the ones that were featured in this post.

Address: Lighthouse Circle, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA
Address: Florida, USA
Address: Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, 4931 S Peninsula Dr, Ponce Inlet, FL 32127, USA
Address: Lighthouse Rd, Florida 32508, USA
Address: 2B E Gulf Beach Dr, Eastpoint, FL 32328, USA
Address: 907 Hillsboro Mile, Hillsboro Beach, FL 33062, USA
Address: Lighthouse Rd, Florida, USA
Address: 938 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Address: 1200 South Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, USA
Address: Lighthouse Dr, Jupiter Inlet Colony, FL 33469, USA
Address: SW of, Key West, FL, USA
Address: Loggerhead Key, Florida, USA
Address: Lighthouse Rd, Florida, USA
Address: Lighthouse Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32080, USA
Address: St. Petersburg, FL 33715, USA
Address: Garden Key, Florida 33040, USA
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Lighthouses In Florida

May 14, 2021
Melissa M

What are some of the best coastal places to visit in Florida?

With 1,350 miles of coastline, Florida has numerous coastal attractions for visitors to enjoy. On Merritt Island, learn about space exploration at the world-renowned Kennedy Space Center and get an up-close and personal look at space shuttles. Head to Duval Street in Key West, one of the most famous streets in the state with numerous shops, restaurants, and bars to enjoy. These are just two notable coastal places to visit out of thousands. 

What are the most important Florida landmarks to visit?

Florida has many National Historic Landmarks that have played significant roles in the state’s history. Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales has been open since 1929 and is filled with over 250 acres of beautiful natural grounds. The focal point of the gardens is the singing tower, a 200-foot tall carillon with 60 bells. In Key West, the Ernest Hemingway House was where the author lived from 1931-1939, and it’s across the street from the Key West Lighthouse. It is now a private museum and a National Historic Landmark. 

What are the best road trips I can take in Florida?

We have many road trip options that may be of interest to you. Take our Hidden Gems Road Trip that will lead to some lesser-known locales around the Sunshine State. Do you love visiting small towns? If so, take our Road Trip Through Florida’s Most Picturesque Small Towns. One more we’ll leave you with for now is this Haunted Road Trip that will lead to the scariest places in the state. 

Address: Lighthouse Circle, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA
Address: Florida, USA
Address: Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, 4931 S Peninsula Dr, Ponce Inlet, FL 32127, USA
Address: Lighthouse Rd, Florida 32508, USA
Address: 2B E Gulf Beach Dr, Eastpoint, FL 32328, USA
Address: 907 Hillsboro Mile, Hillsboro Beach, FL 33062, USA
Address: Lighthouse Rd, Florida, USA
Address: 938 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Address: 1200 South Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, USA
Address: Lighthouse Dr, Jupiter Inlet Colony, FL 33469, USA
Address: SW of, Key West, FL, USA
Address: Loggerhead Key, Florida, USA
Address: Lighthouse Rd, Florida, USA
Address: Lighthouse Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32080, USA
Address: St. Petersburg, FL 33715, USA
Address: Garden Key, Florida 33040, USA