CLEARWATER BEACH |
Capt. Memo's Pirate Cruises
Fun for all ages. Daytime and sunset cruises |
(727) 446-2587 |
Big Ben Pub
A British pub on Clearwater beach! |
(727) 446-8809 |
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Home of Winter the Dolphin. |
(727) 447-0980 |
Starlite Cruises
Dinner Dance cruises, Luncheon cruises, sightseeing cruises and more. |
(800) 444-4814
(727) 462-2628 |
CLEARWATER |
Celebration Station
Family-oriented entertainment complex featuring rides, games and much more. |
(727) 791-1799 |
The Long Center
Recreation complex with a wide array of indoor and outdoor sports. |
(727) 726-2181 |
Ruth Eckerd Hall
1111 McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater - Musical, dance and educational programs in a state-of-the-art setting. |
(727) 791-7400 |
LARGO |
Florida Botanical Gardens
12175 125th St. N., Largo - Open 7 days a week - Gates open from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
(727) 582-2100 |
INDIAN SHORES |
Seaside Seabird Sanctuary - formerly the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary, renamed after Ralph Heath, Jr. fell afoul of the law in a series of well-publicized scandals. |
(727) 391-6211 |
MADEIRA BEACH |
John's Pass Village
12902 Village Blvd - Madeira Beach, FL 33708
John's Pass was created by a hurricane on September 27, 1848. This "village" is a bit of a tourist trap, but go have a look and judge for yourself. There are lots of activities and shopping to chose from! |
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Hubbards Sea Adventures
150 John's Pass Boardwalk - Madeira Beach, FL 33708
Fun narrated tours daily. Dolphin watching cruises, and beach BBQ trips to Shell Island and Egmont Key. |
(727) 393-1947
(800) 755-0677 |
ST. PETE BEACH |
Shell Key Shuttle - Go Shellhunting!
Merry Pier - 801 Pass-A-Grille Way - St. Pete Beach, Florida
Eco-tour with low impact on an unspoiled Shell Key, a small barrier island located just south of Pass-A-Grille and St. Pete Beach.
You get to Shell Key via a 10 minute boat ride aboard "Corinthian," a 49 passenger Coast Guard inspected vessel. Sunset Cruises are also available by reservation.
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(727) 360-1348 |
The Don Cesar Hotel (Historic Landmark) |
(727) 360-1881 |
Fort De Soto Park (Historic Place, Beach Park) |
(727) 360-1881 |
Gulf Beaches Historical Museum
115 10th Ave., St. Pete Beach - The museum's exhibits trace the rich history of the barrier islands. |
(727) 360-2491 |
REST OF PINELLAS COUNTY (ST. PETERSBURG) (Top of Page) |
Mahaffey Theater
400 1st St. S., St. Petersburg - Arena and performing arts theater featuring a multitude of entertainment. |
(727) 892-5767 |
The Coliseum
535 4th Ave. N., St. Petersburg - One of the nation's largest dance floors, featuring a variety of live entertainment. |
(727) 892-5202 |
Dal? Museum |
(727) 823-3767 |
Derby Lane Greyhound Racing |
(727) 576-1361 |
Great Explorations |
(727) 821-8885 |
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Pro Karting Experience
Race European-style go karts at speeds up to 50 MPH. Family friendly and open to the public! |
727-525-KART |
St. Petersburg Museum of History
Displays and exhibits depicting St. Petersburg's past. Also home to an exact replica of the world's first commercial airliner. |
(727) 894-1052 |
The Pier |
(727) 821-6164 |
Tropicana Field
Home to the Tampa Bay Rays and other
sporting events, conventions, trade shows, concerts etc. |
(727) 825-3100 |
Tarpon Springs Aquarium
850 Dodecanese Blvd., Tarpon Springs - 120,000 gallon main tank aquarium plus other displays featuring marine life. |
(727) 938-5378 |
Spongeorama
510 Dodecanese Blvd., Tarpon Springs - A museum, theater and gift shop which captures the history of the sponge industry. |
(727) 942-3771 |
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY (TAMPA) (Top of Page) |
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Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center |
(813) 222-1000 |
Historic Ybor City |
(813) 248-3712 |
ANNA MARIA / SARASOTA (Top of Page)
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South Florida Museum
201 10th Street West - Bradenton, Florida 34205 - Located on the Manatee River waterfront and taking up an entire city block,
the South Florida Museum is a unique educational resource exhibiting Florida's history from the prehistoric to the present. |
(941) 746-4131 |
Babcock Wilderness Adventures
Eco-tours on a 90,000 acre ranch (approx. 35 square kilometers). Info in German as well. |
(800) 500-5583 |
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Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary
Founded by birdlover Dale Shields. |
(941) 388-4444 |
Myakka River State Park
Exit 37 on I-75 - Florida's largest state park has a lot to offer - canoeing, biking, hiking and just plain relaxation. A personal favorite. |
(941) 361-6511 |
Sarasota Classic Car Museum
811 South Palm Ave, Sarasota - 120-car collection, four of which are cars personally used by John Ringling. |
(941) 366-5730 |
Village of the Arts
The new jewel in the crown of downtown Bradenton, Florida. Over 30 artists within walking distance
of each other. Art Fest at least once a month. |
(941) 747-8056 |
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FORT MYERS / SANIBEL ISLAND (Top of Page)
Please note: Fort Myers is not the same as Fort Myers Beach. |
The Big "M" Casino
A luxury yacht you can "bet" on! Casino cruise with superb dining that leaves twice daily from Fort Myers Beach. Affordable and entertaining. |
(941) 765-PLAY(7529)
(888) 373-3521 |
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Seminole Gulf Railway
Dinner train, murder mystery train and many other offerings. |
(941) 275-8487
(800) SEM-GULF |
Imaginarium
The hands-on museum that kids (and adults) will love. Enrich your mind and have fun at the same time. |
(941) 337-3332 |
Lee County Alliance of the Arts
OK, so it is not an attraction, but they can help you with information about everything from the Cape Coral Community Theater to the Sanibel Music Festival. |
(941) 939-ARTS (2787) |
J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
6,000 acre (9 square miles, 24 square kilometers) refuge, Perfect for birdwatching, walks and nature appreciation. |
(239) 472-1100 |
The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum
The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum features more than 30 exhibits of mollusks from around the world. |
(239) 395-2233 |
Everglades Day Safari
The Everglades are one of a kind, there is nothing like it anywhere else in the world. Learn more on an eco-safari for the day. |
(800) 472-3069
(239) 472-1559 |
NAPLES / MARCO ISLAND (Top of Page)
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Billie Swamp Safari
HC-61, Box 46, Clewiston, Florida 33440 - 2,200 lush acres of its Big Cypress Reservation open to the public. |
(800) 949-6101
(863) 983-6101 |
Fifth Avenue South
Old Naples, very picturesque, nice shops, nice for simply strolling around. |
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Naples Trolley Tours |
(941) 262-7300 |
Nature Tours (Everglades)
...by Captain Doug. One of many nature tour operators in the area. |
(941) 860-9823 |
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Tin City Shopping and Restaurants
Over 40 eclectic shops and restaurants. Well worth a visit. |
(941) 598-2711 |
Swamp Buggy Races
Racing in the swamps? More fun than you can imagine... |
(941) 598-2711 |
National Audubon Society's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Site let's you go on a pretty good virtual tour. Visit the real thing 21 miles east of Naples. |
(239) 348-9151 |
Parks on Marco Island
Marco Island has no major attractions, which is part of it's quiet, peaceful charm. |
(941) 394-5454 |
FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST (Top of Page) |
Keys Directory
Visit KeysDirectory, our sister site, for the most complete information on the Florida Keys & Key West.
Attractions, arts, restaurants, lodging and much more. Click here to visit the site. |
ORLANDO AREA (Top of Page) |
Harry P. Leu Gardens |
Kissimmee Golf Club |
Florida's National Parks |
Orlando Museum of Art |
SeaWorld |
(407)363-2200 |
Universal Studios Florida |
(407) 63-8000 |
Walt Disney World (WDW)
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(407) W-DISNEY |
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PROFESSIONAL SPORTS (Top of Page) |
Tampa Bay Rays - Major League Baseball
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers - NFL Football |
Tampa Bay Lightning - NHL Hockey |
The Fort Myers Miracle
The Minnesota Twins Class A team.
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Ft. Myers
(941)768-4210 |
OTHER ATTRACTIONS IN FLORIDA (Top of Page) |
Bok Tower Gardens |
Lake Wales |
Buccaneer Bay - family water park.
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Spring Hill |
Butterfly World |
Ft. Lauderdale |
Gatorland - alligators !! |
Orlando |
Kennedy Space Center |
Cocoa Beach |
National Parks (all in Florida) |
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Silver Springs |
Silver Springs |
Weeki Wachee Springs |
Weeki Wachee |