There are some pretty great small towns in Florida to fawn over. We’re lucky to live in a state that has so much natural beauty and community spirit all rolled into one - which is why this one tiny town is worth exploring, especially after you realize it is secretly one of the best towns in Florida to visit and one of the best places to live in the state. Read on to learn about all the awesome things to do in Cedar Key, FL.

Where is Cedar Key, FL? You'll find it about an hour's drive southwest of Gainesville, Florida.

Let's take a walk around Cedar Key, one of our favorite hidden gem towns in Florida, in this video from Florida 4K:

This stunning and oftentimes secret town in Florida is a quaint, old-fashioned place that is worth exploring.

Cedar Key is an under-the-radar gem of a town that features beautiful beaches, tons of water activities, and loads of restaurants worth indulging in.

For example, Steamers Clam Bar and Grill is a local favorite, and it offers cuisine to die for. Pay them a visit at 420 Dock Street, Cedar Key, Florida, 32625.

Just walking up and down Dock Street is an experience unto itself, with plenty of shops and boutiques to wander into.

Take Tony's Seafood Restaurant, for example, which has been a fan favorite for years.

If you are wondering where to go in Florida for the best clam chowder while visiting Cedar Key, head to Tony's Seafood. Take a quick tour in this video from Dinner with Mariah:

There is always something to fill your belly and your soul while wandering through the streets of Cedar Key.

There are also bits of history peppering this charming town, like the Cedar Key Museum State Park, which allows guests to take a trip back in time through a collection of natural artifacts and Civil War memorabilia.

But perhaps one of the most unique parts of Cedar Key is that the houses and stores are perched on stilts above the Gulf, with water flitting about below.

In order to get the true feel for Cedar Key, hop in a shiny new golf cart and wander around town seeing the bits and pieces of what makes this town what it truly is.

Learn more about what to do in Cedar Key when you come to visit by watching this video from ChadGallivanter:

When you find a delightful hidden gem like this, with so many things to do in Cedar Key, FL, you really come to appreciate these welcoming small towns in Florida. Have you had a vacation in Cedar Key, Florida? Share with us your experiences in the comments!

If you are planning a Florida vacation, consider a trip to Cedar Key by staying at Aqua Vista, a beautifully charming waterfront home that will make you smile.