Family Fun – Top 5 Activities by City (November COTM)

1. MIAMI

Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science – Features a cutting-edge planetarium with surround sound and vast dome screen, plus a three-level aquarium exploring South Florida’s aquatic ecosystems VISIT FLORIDA
Miami Children’s Museum – Filled with fun ways for kids to explore and play including water activities, science experiments, play shops, musical area, remote controlled boats, and exercise exhibits Bridges and Balloons
Miami Seaquarium – Located on 38 acres of tropical paradise with spectacular skyline views where dolphins walk on water and killer whales fly Tripadvisor
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park – Promises one of the top-ranked beaches in the United States with activities including swimming, hiking, kayaking and biking, plus kids can climb the 65-foot Cape Florida Lighthouse VISIT FLORIDA
Wynwood Walls & Art District – Outdoor street art museum created in 2009 featuring renowned artists from around the world, with the whole Wynwood neighborhood serving as a canvas for murals and filled with creative cafes and shops Bridges and Balloons

2. ORLANDO

Walt Disney World Theme Parks – Disney’s four theme parks including Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom, offering attractions for all ages from toddler-friendly rides to thrilling roller coasters Tripadvisor
Universal Orlando Resort – Home to four theme parks including the new Universal Epic Universe opening May 22, 2025, featuring DreamWorks Land, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, and How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk Orlando Visitor
Orlando Science Center – For more than 65 years, has been encouraging learning with hands-on exhibits and educational programs for Orlando families Tripadvisor
SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium – Features animal talks, shows, children’s play area and Florida’s only 360-degree ocean tunnel, plus coastal rockpools where kids can touch anemones and starfish Orlando Visitor
Gatorland – Affordable and quintessentially Floridian attraction that has been wowing families for 75 years with alligator shows and wildlife encounters Orlando Visitor

3. TAMPA

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay – The ultimate family adventure combining world-class thrill rides, live entertainment and more than 12,000 animals across over 300 acres Tripadvisor
ZooTampa at Lowry Park – Houses over 1,300 animals and is known for its tropical splendor, offering giraffe feeding, manatee viewing, and voted Tampa’s Best Family Attraction Sunkissed in Tampa
The Florida Aquarium – A conservation-based attraction actively engaged in stewardship of the natural environment with conservation mission programs Tripadvisor
Glazer Children’s Museum – Interactive museum designed to spark creativity and imagination through hands-on exhibits where kids can explore a kid-sized city, with water play zones and STEM-focused exhibits Sunkissed in Tampa
Dinosaur World – Classic Florida attraction located in Plant City featuring over 200 life-size dinosaurs and a prehistoric playground where dino fans can search for real fossils Visit Tampa Bay

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Family Fun – Top 5 Activities by City (November COTM)

4. JACKSONVILLE

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens – 73-acre park that is the only zoo in Florida’s northeast, with over 2000 animals and 1000 plants, one of only 7 zoos in the United States with an animal wellness team Tripadvisor
Adventure Landing & Shipwreck Island Waterpark – Features Northeast Florida’s largest water park with four extreme water slides, lazy river, wave pool, plus laser tag, miniature golf, arcade, go-karts and more activities Mommy Poppins
Museum of Science & History (MOSH) – Features the Bryan Gooding Planetarium with next-generation technology offering visual display four times better than best available HDTV, plus hands-on exhibits exploring nature, history and science Visit Jacksonville
Beaches – Jacksonville’s beaches feature car-free, wide, white sandy beaches perfect for running between waves, hunting for seashells, and bicycling, with the largest public library in Florida nearby in Downtown Visit Jacksonville
Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary – Educational wildlife sanctuary where families can observe big cats and learn about animal conservation

5. ST. PETERSBURG

Great Explorations Children’s Museum – Comprehensive facility featuring hands-on exhibits including kid-sized city with artwork stations, science exhibitions, and a tennis ball physics lesson that launches to the museum’s top Hotels.com
Salvador Dalí Museum – Houses the largest collection of Dalí’s works outside Spain, with interactive exhibits including “Avant-Garden” outdoor space and “Dillydally with Dalí” program offering activities and games for children Resortrentals
Fort De Soto Park – North Beach – Wide beaches with gentle surf, tot-sized tidepools, food concessions, pirate-themed playground, seven miles of paved biking pathways, easy kayak trails, and ferry to Egmont Key State Park Visit St. Pete-Clearwater
Sunken Gardens – Established in 1903, one of Florida’s oldest roadside attractions spanning over four acres with tropical plants, exotic flowers, towering palms, and resident flock of Chilean flamingos Resortrentals
Pirate Cruises – Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise and Pirate Ship Royal Conquest offer treasure hunts, face painting, games, dance parties, and pirate tales while watching for dolphins Visit St. Pete-Clearwater

6. FORT LAUDERDALE

Museum of Discovery & Science – Features interactive exhibits for kids 6 and under focusing on cooperative play, indoor nature hike through Florida habitats with sharks, bats, alligators and sea turtles, plus state-of-the-art IMAX theater Greater Fort Lauderdale
Flamingo Gardens – 60-acre botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary where families can feed flamingos, see playful otters through glass windows, walk-in aviary with Florida birds, and encounter African spurred tortoises Florida Rambler
Butterfly World – World’s largest butterfly park housing over 20,000 live butterflies, started as one man’s hobby in 1988 Yachthavenpark
Xtreme Action Park – Florida’s largest indoor entertainment venue at 200,000 square feet with go-kart racing, roller skating, escape rooms, laser tag, VR games, arcades, mini golf, bowling, and trampoline park Yachthavenpark
Fort Lauderdale Beach – Family-friendly beaches including Pompano Beach with revamped beach area and Fisher Family Pier offering fishing rod rentals, bait, and one-day fishing licenses Florida Rambler

7. TALLAHASSEE

Tallahassee Museum – 52-acre wildlife sanctuary where children can come face-to-face with native Florida animals including majestic black bears, plus working 1880s pioneer farmstead Family Destinations Guide
Mission San Luis – Western capital of Spanish Florida from 1656 to 1704, bringing the 17th century to life through costumed interpreters, reconstructed buildings, and museum exhibits Tripadvisor
Challenger Learning Center – Located in downtown Tallahassee featuring IMAX 3D theatre, planetarium, and space mission simulator as the educational outreach facility of FAMU-FSU Tripadvisor
Alfred B. Maclay State Gardens – 1,176-acre park established in 1953 featuring masterpiece botanical gardens, picnics along lakeshore, and hiking or biking trails through the woods Family Destinations Guide
St. Marks Lighthouse & Wildlife Refuge – Historic lighthouse nestled in serene St. Marks Wildlife Refuge, perfect for scenic views, birdwatching, and waterfront picnics at sunset Family Destinations Guide

8. GAINESVILLE

Florida Museum of Natural History & Butterfly Rainforest – World-class natural history museum featuring the popular Butterfly Rainforest exhibit with hundreds of live butterflies
Depot Park – Signature city park in downtown Gainesville providing unique public outdoor enjoyment with children’s adventure play area and custom splash pad with waterfalls Tripadvisor
Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park – Unique geological formation offering nature trails and educational experiences about Florida’s natural history
Cade Museum – Museum featuring exhibits, educational programs, and Creativity Labs encouraging learners of all ages to think like an inventor, meet an inventor, and be an inventor Tripadvisor
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens – Beautiful gardens featuring diverse plant collections and family-friendly walking paths

9. PENSACOLA

Pensacola Beach & Gulf Islands National Seashore – Over 20 miles of spectacular white sand and emerald green water, with Fort Pickens offering Civil War fort tours and secluded beaches perfect for shelling Visit Pensacola
National Naval Aviation Museum – Showcases more than 150 restored aircraft representing Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard aviation with free admission, plus 3D flight simulators and Giant Screen Theater, with Blue Angels practice viewings Visit Pensacola
Gulf Breeze Zoo – Over 50 acres where families can stroll through exhibits, learn about creatures, feed giraffes and budgies, with popular train ride canvasing park to see hippos, gorillas and other animals Visit Pensacola
Pensacola MESS Hall – Hands-on STEM museum full of activities where kids can experiment and build with “Mess Kits” offering project materials, making learning fun without kids realizing it Mini Jetsetter
Historic Pensacola Village – 8.5-acre area with over 30 historic buildings featuring hands-on activities like candle-making, plus Children’s Museum with mini Publix grocery store and interactive exhibits Mini Jetsetter

10. KEY WEST

Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center – Features more than 6,000 square feet of interactive exhibits exploring different ecosystems, creatures, history, and conservation efforts of the Florida Keys Tripadvisor
Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park Beach – Beautiful beach with clear waters perfect for swimming and snorkeling, plus historic Civil War fort to explore
Key West Shipwreck Treasures Museum – Discover rich history of Key West’s shipwrecking past with shipwreck artifacts including a silver bar visitors can hold, in a recreation museum setting Tripadvisor
Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory – Tropical garden featuring hundreds of live butterflies flying freely in a climate-controlled habitat
Smathers Beach – Family-friendly beach with water sports rentals, calm waters, and plenty of space for beach activities and relaxation

This comprehensive guide provides families visiting these Florida cities with excellent options for educational, outdoor, and entertainment activities suitable for all ages!