Top Activities on the Ground in Florida - page 3

Look for dolphins around Boca Ciega Bay in St. Pete Beach on a cruise in the Tampa Bay Area. Continue into the Gulf of Mexico to visit Shell Key island, a wildlife preserve where you can snorkel, swim, or collect shells on the beach. Depending on the season, you might spot dolphins, manatees, rays, and a variety of seabirds. This family-friendly tour offers both a late morning and afternoon departure, making it easy to suit your schedule.

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.

Panama City Beach is a fantastic destination that even Florida locals visit for vacation. No matter if it’s your first visit or if you’ve already seen PCB’s beaches and bars, this self-guided bike tour is a great way to escape the crowds and see a local side of the area. The tour takes you across more than eight miles (13km) of the Lower Grand Lagoon neighborhood.

Bar hopping and bar crawls can leave your feet exhausted from all the walking. Choose this St. Petersburg trolley pub tour instead and still get a light workout while you visit popular bars and breweries without hitting the pavement. Explore the city and grab drinks (own expense) with a guide who keeps you on track and safe.

Looking for a relaxing yet faster way to explore St. Petersburg without much effort? Trade your walking shoes for an electric bike rental and cruise this coastal city. These electric bikes can reach speeds of 25mph and last for as far as 45 miles on a single charge. The fat tires and pedal assists allow you to explore surface roads, trails, and the beach without a problem. They can also accommodate an additional passenger or child.

Escape to the Florida Everglades from the Greater Fort Myers area on this guided airboat adventure at Everglades Day Safari. This exciting airboat ride is a great way to experience the ecosystem of the Everglades. Skim across the marshes and swamps of the Western Everglades while looking for wildlife, namely birds and alligators. In fact, per acre, there are more alligators here than anywhere else in the world. This tour includes an interactive reptile show.

Explore the real Everglades with a master naturalist on this full-day adventure. Enjoy a Ten Thousand Islands boat tour to spot birds, manatees, and dolphins; and a master-naturalist-led dry nature hike in Big Cypress National Preserve. Also included are a 1-hour airboat ride far from land into the River of Grass; a visit to a Native tree island village only accessible via boat; time at a historical trading post, and lunch.

Enjoy a fun dune buggy tour in St. Cloud—just outside Orlando and don’t be afraid to get dirty. Grab your helmet and goggles, hop on your assigned 2-person buggy, and hit the trails and enjoy pure dune buggy driving experience through the lush countryside of Florida. Zip through mud puddles, dirt, sand, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience.

Learn more about one of the oldest cities in the US while enjoying a frightfully good time on a family-friendly ghost tour of St. Augustine. Combine visits to spooky sites with light-hearted fun and spine-tingling tales. Your costumed guide takes you to cemeteries, the ground of the Old Fort, and other haunted locations to discover the little-known legends that you wouldn’t learn any other way.

Discover St. Augustine from both land and water without choosing between separate sightseeing tours. This guided experience combines a boat cruise with a golf cart tour, giving you a well-rounded introduction to the city’s historic landmarks and waterfront. Along the way, hear the stories behind the sights while relaxing as someone else handles the navigation.

Discover the vibrant street art in the Wynwood neighborhood on a 1-hour tour by golf cart. Offered at various times and in multiple languages, it’s easy to fit the artsy excursion into any schedule. Lead by a local artist, you get a behind the scenes look at various murals and the people who painted them. Feel free to pause the ride at any point to hop off take photos.

Visit three historic museums on a guided walking tour in Fort Lauderdale’s Arts and Science district. Follow a local guide to the 1899 Replica Schoolhouse Museum, the Pioneer House Museum, and the History Museum. All locations are located on the banks of the New River with plenty of restaurants nearby for you to enjoy after your tour.

Explore the Everglades National Park with a naturalist guide, including an airboat ride and a nature walk, on this half-day tour. Learn about the area ecosystems and view alligators and local birdlife. On the smaller air boat, travel way out far from land and become immersed in the culture and remote beauty of the Native way of life, including a stop to a Native tree island village or two. A narrated scenic drive led by the master naturalist and round-trip transportation from your hotel or vacation rental in Miami, Hollywood, Ft. Lauderdale, or the port in Ft. Lauderdale or Miami included.

Discover a new perspective on St. Augustine—and enjoy a relaxing trip out on the water—on this sightseeing boat tour. Pick from multiple start times, head to the marina, and hop aboard. See highlights like the Bridge of Lions, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, and National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, and learn the stories behind the sights from your captain’s narration.

Swap crowded bus tours for a private tour of Key West on a comfortable and unique tiki bike. Your driver will pedal you around the streets of Old Town and the Historic District to top attractions and places that cannot be reached by bus.

Soak up the waterfront beauty of the Florida Keys—and make getting there from Miami smooth and hassle-free—on this full-day sightseeing tour, complete with round-trip transit. Following hotel pickup, travel aboard your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, with live narration to introduce the region's highlights and history. Upon arrival in Key West, have half a day to explore independently—or upgrade to snorkel, tour by glass-bottomed boat, and beyond.

Enjoy a fun and easy way to explore Miami's highlight attractions and diverse neighborhoods without the rush of a group tour when you book this electric bike rental. Explore Miami Beach and South Pointe Park—or take the Venetian Causeway bike path to mainland Miami must-sees such as Little Havana, Wynwood, the Miami Design District, and more.

Escape to Everglades Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale for a 1-Hour (approx.) Narrated Airboat Tour. This adventure is a great way to experience the unique subtropical ecosystem of the Everglades. Skim across the grassy water at speeds up to 40 miles per hour while looking for alligators, wading birds and an abundance of flora and fauna in their natural habitats.

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.

Discover a side of Key West some visitors miss, and immerse yourself in its beautiful scenery, on a half-day sailing tour. Board your catamaran and head to North America's only living coral barrier reef. Pass some of Key West’s top attractions on the way, then dive in to see hundreds of species of colorful fish, coral, and other sea life. This cruise includes snorkeling gear, plus beer, wine, and soft drinks.

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.

Experience the vibrant culture and diverse cuisine of the bustling South Beach neighborhood of Miami on this guided small-group food tour. Led by a local foodie guide, sample various cuisines at some of the most popular restaurants in South Beach, and learn about the history, culture, and architecture of the trendy, quirky Art Deco District. Food tastings and beverages included.

Capture the wild spirit of the Florida Everglades with this excursion from Miami. Zoom over the 'River of Grass' on a covered airboat while your guide talks about the complex swamp ecosystem. Wander the farm's jungle trails and see gators in their natural habitat. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience. Upgrade for a longer airboat ride and photo opportunity, too.

Experience Miami’s signature vibe by water on this city sightseeing cruise through Biscayne Bay. With your local guide, glide along turquoise water, marvel at vibrant architecture, and see famous bayside areas like the Port of Miami and Millionaire’s Row—where you get a peek at opulent celebrity mansions. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a unique sightseeing experience.