Rise and shine as you greet the morning at Alligator Lake Park, known for its extensive hiking and biking trails teeming with birdwatching and nature encounters. Afterward, it’s time for a stroll through downtown Lake City, filled with eclectic shops, local art and an historic museum. After lunch at the Marion Street Bistro & Brew House, dive into Florida’s cool and refreshing spring waters at the world-famous Ichetucknee Springs. Relax a bit before heading back to downtown Lake City for cocktails and dinner.
Kick off your day with a refreshing dive into one of the area’s natural freshwater springs. After working up an appetite, grab lunch at the award-winning Great Outdoors Restaurant in High Springs. Discover the past at the Florida Museum, a natural history museum at the University of Florida, before heading out into nature at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park or down a 120-foot sinkhole at Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park. As the sun sets, head into lively downtown Gainesville for dining options like Dragonfly Sushi or The Top.
Take a guided tour of the 1845 Historic Capitol, now a museum, and Museum of Florida History. Breeze through Florida State University and Florida A&M University campuses and Cascades Park. Enjoy lunch before exploring Mission San Luis, the only re-constructed 17th-century Spanish mission in the southeast. Zip through treetops and over cypress swamps, tour pioneer buildings and observe native wildlife at the Tallahassee Museum. Dine at an award-winning restaurant followed by a nightcap at the Bradfordville Blues Club.
Begin your day wildlife watching at St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge. Then head over to Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park where you can board a Jungle Cruise from Wakulla Springs up the river. Lunch is the perfect time to slip into the Edward Ball Dining Room and stop at the Soda Fountain for a root beer float at the world’s longest marble soda fountain. Round out the day with a kayak trip to explore more of the endless natural resources in the area. End your day at Posey’s Up the Creek Steam Room & Oyster Bar in Panacea to savor some of the best seafood in Florida
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