Top Florida Self-guided Tours

Explore Gainesville in a different way with this interactive Operation City Quest scavenger hunt. Download the app to your phone, grab your team, and head out to start the game. You’ll be given a list of items to find, with the opportunity to gain even more points by completing challenges. Compete against other teams around the country and see who can top the leaderboard.

Set sail for adventure on this interactive Pirate Adventure Cruise along Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway. Help find the hidden treasure, learn to talk and dress like a pirate with face painting and temporary tattoos and fend off the attacks of rival pirates with onboard water cannons. Kids receive a pirate certificate and a bag of loot to take home. This tour is great for birthday parties, group field trips, or just to have an entertaining experience on the high seas.

At Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, you’ll find a truly unique experience: swimming with manatees. It’s the only spot in the world where you can hang with the gentle giants in their natural habitat, though you’ll want a guide to make sure you—and the manatees—have the best experience possible. With this tour, you’ll hop aboard a certified vessel with your in-water guide, snorkeling through the “Manatee Capital of the World.”

Combine a tour of Miami with an Everglades adventure with this combo, which saves you the hassle of having to book individual, separate tours. In just one day, see downtown Miami and beyond on a bus tour, take an airboat ride on the Everglades, and cruise on the crystal clear waters of Biscayne Bay, with free time along the way to grab lunch.

Eat your way through the many flavors of South Beach—and immerse yourself in the area's vibrant culture—on this two-in-one, small-group walking tour. Accompany your guide to local restaurants and foodie hideaways that you'd likely otherwise miss. Along the way, learn about the commingling of cultures that defines this diverse Miami neighborhood, and spot some of South Beach's iconic art deco architecture, too.

Discover the waterways of Crystal River by tandem kayak with this pre-booked rental. Grab a partner and explore the area for a few hours with a provided map. Enjoy a relaxing ride through the waterways and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as manatees, dolphins, birds, and even otters. Note that a launch fee of $7.50 per person applies at Pete's Pier Marina.

Explore the winding waterways of Crystal River with a single kayak rental. Your pre-booked rental is available for half a day and gives you the freedom to explore the area as you wish. Spend your time relaxing on the water and searching for local wildlife such as manatees, dolphins, and even otters.

Step back in time with a visit to enchanting St Augustine — one of America’s oldest towns — on this full-day tour from Orlando. This 10-hour excursion arrives in St Augustine by mid-morning, giving you hours to spend on your favorite activities. Stroll along cobbled pathways, admire Spanish Colonial architecture, indulge in delicious seafood at a waterside restaurant, see historic landmarks, and add on an optional sightseeing cruise or trolley tour.

Explore the clear, calm waters of Key West at your own pace with a single or double kayak rental. Choose a morning or afternoon session, and after a brief introductory lesson, head out on the water. Glide over seagrass and through mangrove tunnels, keeping your eyes open for fish, birds, sharks, rays, and manatees.

Experience Key West’s tropical blue waterways on this Jet Ski tour along the Atlantic Ocean and/or the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy panoramic island views and watch for dolphins, stingrays, sea turtles, manatees, and more while gliding over warm ocean water. Bring a waterproof camera to capture this southernmost point in the continental United States.

Guarantee your admission to the Flamingo Gardens Botanical Garden and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary when you prebook your tickets. See a huge array of rare and exotic, tropical, subtropical, and native plants. The arboretum has some of the largest trees in the entire state of Florida, while the wildlife sanctuary is home to Floridian animals such as alligators, bobcats, otters, eagles, panthers, peacocks, and, of course, flamingos.

Secure your ticket in advance, and explore Miami by land, and sea on this half-day tour by bus and boat. Hop aboard an open-top double-decker bus to explore Miami Beach, downtown Miami, Coconut Grove, Little Havana, and more. Then, discover Millionaire’s Row, Star Island, Palm Island, Hibiscus Island, and more by boat.

Go deep-sea fishing with this half-day tour in Miami. Meet your guide and head out into the Atlantic Ocean on a scenic boat journey. Listen to a tutorial on how to use the fishing equipment and then try your hand at fishing for kingfish, grouper, and snapper. Choose between a day trip that includes drift fishing or a night tour that includes anchoring and bottom fishing. No prior experience is necessary.

Explore Lakeland in an adventurous and slightly competitive way on this private group scavenger hunt. This is led via a mobile app, so you won’t be joining another group. You can complete this on your own time, depending on your group. Complete the challenges for points, and learn all about Lakeland as you go.

Rent a jet ski in Ft. Lauderdale and head out to discover the intracoastal waterways. Check out the mansions and yachts that line the waterways during this excursion. Feel the exhilaration of the jet ski while exploring the area at your own pace. Life jackets and water-tight bags for your belongings are provided.

Afraid of heights? Experience the thrill of skydiving without jumping out of a plane at iFly Fort Lauderdale. Open all day, begin your adrenaline-fueled adventure at a time that works for you. No experience is necessary and after a small-group training session, you’re ready for your two solo sessions inside the wind tunnel.  Feel confident with the guidance of an instructor for both 60-section sessions.

A combination of Jet Skiing, snorkeling, and scuba diving, the SEABOB is a truly remarkable experience that lets you swim with the fishes quietly and safely. After a short gear fitting and training session on the SEABOB, explore local reefs where you can dive up to 8 feet (2.5 meters) and see a variety of aquatic sea life.

Miami has a strong rollerblading community and is a great place to practice the sport. Rent a pair for yourself and explore South Beach on your own. Cruise past landmarks such as the Delano, Fontainebleau, and Nikki Beach Club, or just enjoy the fresh air and exercise. Rentals are available for one or more hours, and the rental office can provide tips on specific places to visit on your excursion.

Discover the Las Olas canals on your own paddleboard with this rental. Guarantee your board by prebooking and receive instruction if you are a beginner. Then, head out onto the waterways, known for being flat and have very little boat traffic, to explore. Paddle past mansions and yachts on Millionaire Row and discover local wildlife just beneath the water while you explore.

Explore the Crystal River by single kayak. Each Crescent kayak is designed to hold up to 300lbs. You’ll have a half hour safety video before you depart, and you’ll have a life jacket included. You’ll be given a map so you’ll know where to go. All skill levels are welcome. Keep your eyes open for dolphins, manatees, otters, and native birds.

Cover ground quickly in Vero Beach with an electric bike rental. Pick up a fat tire electric bike and go cycling in comfort. Get extra assistance from the electric battery to maximize time and see more in Vero Beach. Explore at your own pace and customize the length of your bike rental according to your needs.

Flyboarding is an activity where water jet propulsion elevates you into the air, which gives a flying-like sensation. No need to worry if you're a beginner—a training session is included at the start and an instructor joins you throughout the session to provide tips and guidance along the way. During the experience, the instructor can increase the pressure to make the board go higher, depending on your requirements and how adventurous you're feeling.

Explore the city of Destin in a unique way on a group scavenger hunt. Split off into teams and follow the provided clues to special places all across town. Use your car to drive to the locations to complete challenges, uncover hidden gems, interact with locals, and enjoy cultural experiences. Send updates to your remote host throughout the tour and see which team makes it to the finish line.

Swap the crowded boat tours for an exclusive Miami experience with a private boat charter. In the company of just your chosen travel companions, head out onto the sparkling waters of Miami Bay in a sleek vessel. Soak up the views, sunbathe on deck, or get the party started with the provided stereo and cooler.