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Tired of the same old vacation activities like burning on the beach or waiting in line for a coaster? Florida offers so much more than what’s well known to travelers. There are some Florida attractions that are just a bit off the beaten path, but still a cut above the rest. We based our selections on customer reviews, location, and offerings. <\/span><\/p>\n

We highly encourage you to take a chance on any of these award-winning attractions on your next visit to the Sunshine State!<\/span><\/p>\n

Originally Published: September 14, 2019\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Top 11 Unique, Must-Try Florida Activities<\/b><\/h2>\n

Spongeorama<\/b><\/a> || Tarpon Springs<\/b><\/h2>\n

Visit the World Famous Spongeorama museum and learn about the rich history of Tarpon Springs, the Sponge Docks, and the Sponge Industry. Find out just what a sponge is and where they come from. The museum and movie are both FREE attractions and are a perfect introduction to the Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks. They also have a great gift shop!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

See Tarpon Springs vacation rentals<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

The Bubble Room<\/b><\/a> || Captiva<\/b><\/h2>\n

The Bubble Room opened in 1979 and is well-known to be a fun multi- theme restaurant. The Bubble Room was one of the first on the Island to introduce the bright and cheerful pastel colors now widely used on the island. The restaurant still presents several of the distinctive original menu items offered by the Farqhuarsons, including such favorites as Socra cheese, Bubble Bread, Carolina Moons, Tarzan, Eddie Fisherman, and many of the delicious and oversized desserts.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Coral Castle Museum<\/b><\/a> || Miami<\/b><\/h2>\n

Tour the sculpture garden in stone using audio stands or visit the Coral Castle Museum. The Coral Castle is an everlasting mystery to those who explore it.<\/span><\/p>\n

See all Miami vacation rentals<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

American Police Hall of Fame & Museum<\/b><\/a> || Titusville<\/b><\/h2>\n

The American Police Hall of Fame & Museum, founded in 1960, is the nation\u2019s first national law enforcement museum and memorial dedicated to officers killed in the line of duty. The Museum, through interactive displays, simulators and nearly 11,000 artifacts, educates the public about the history and current trends in American law enforcement. Visit the museum and also explore a collection of historic and futuristic police cars.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Dali Museum<\/b><\/a> || St. Petersburg<\/b><\/h2>\n

The Dal\u00ed Museum celebrates the life and work of Salvador Dal\u00ed (1904-1989) and features works from the artist\u2019s entire career. The collection includes over 2,400 works from every moment and in every medium of his artistic activity, including oil paintings, many original drawings, book illustrations, artists\u2019 books, prints, sculpture, photos, manuscripts and an extensive archive of documents.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

See all St. Petersburg vacation rentals<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Reptile World Serptentarium<\/b><\/a> || St. Cloud<\/b><\/h2>\n

Reptile World Serpentarium’s opened in 1972 and houses an impressive collection (over 80 species) of snakes from around the world, ranging from the familiar and innocuous to the exotic and deadly. Often listed among the top ten deadliest snakes in the world you will find a splendid 13+ foot King Cobra, a beautiful Black Mamba and all four of Florida’s venomous snakes on display.<\/span><\/p>\n

See all St. Cloud vacation rentals<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Neptune Memorial Reef<\/b><\/a> || Key Biscayne<\/b><\/h2>\n

This unique artificial reef and undersea art is popular among recreational scuba divers, marine biologists, students, researchers, and ecologists. The Reef maintains buoys over the site for boats.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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