Florida Lighthouse Road Trip Guide

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marine education

historic towers

scenic views

rocket launches

ghost hunts

maritime history

sea turtles

coastal lighthouses

coral reefs

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61 places in Florida: Key West Lighthouse, Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, and 59 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in a web post.

Key West Lighthouse

Museum

4.6

• Offers unique views of Old Town Key West • Attend the amazing Sunset Lighthouse Experience • Visit the Keeper’s Quarters Museum

Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum

Museum

4.8

• Climb Florida's tallest lighthouse for 360-degree panoramic views • Explore the impressive museum and historic Fresnel lenses • Collect your first lighthouse passport stamp here

Pensacola Lighthouse & Maritime Museum

Museum

4.7

• Climb 177 steps for panoramic views of Pensacola Bay • Book a night ghost hunt to explore the reportedly haunted lighthouse ✓ Must enter the Navy Base with a tour and proper ID

National Naval Aviation Museum

Museum

4.8

• Learn about naval history and aviation • Features virtual reality exhibits

Pensacola

Place

• Relax on white sandy beaches • Offers great restaurants and shopping

Hilton Pensacola Beach

Hotel

4.1

• Offers beachfront views and modern amenities

Holiday Inn Express Pensacola Beach by IHG

Hotel

4.7

• Great option for families and budget travelers

St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum

Museum

4.7

• One of Florida’s most famous lighthouses • Known for its haunted history tours • Offers stunning ocean views

Saint George Street

Place

4.8

• Walk through historic shops and amazing restaurants

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Place

4.7

• Explore the oldest masonry fort in the U.S. • Offers great water views

Anastasia State Park

State park

4.8

• Beautiful beach with hiking trails

Casa Monica Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection

Hotel

4.4

• Luxurious historic hotel in downtown St. Augustine • Marriott Bonvoy points can be used here

Cedar House Inn Victorian Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast

4.9

• A charming bed and breakfast with unique decor

St. George Inn

Inn

4.7

• Conveniently located near top attractions

Marine Science Center

Museum

4.7

• Fascinating marine education and rehabilitation center • See rescued sea turtles, stingrays, and seabirds up close

Smyrna Dunes Park

Place

• Scenic coastal park with mangrove trails and boardwalks • Offers panoramic views

Boardwalk Main St. Pier

Landmark

4.4

• Great place to enjoy classic Florida beach vibes • Offers local seafood and entertainment

Hyatt Place Daytona Beach - Oceanfront

Hotel

3.9

• Modern beachfront hotel with spacious rooms • Offers a heated outdoor pool, oceanfront bar, and free breakfast

Hampton Inn Daytona Shores-Oceanfront

Hotel

3.9

• Affordable beachfront hotel • Features complimentary breakfast, direct beach access, and an outdoor pool

The Shores Resort & Spa

Hotel

4.2

• Ideal for those seeking a high-end stay • Offers relaxation and stunning views

Cape Canaveral Lighthouse

Landmark

4.8

• Located at the heart of Florida’s Space Coast • Has witnessed countless rocket launches • Originally built in 1868

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Visitor center

4.7

• Watch live rocket launches and meet astronauts • Experience the Shuttle Atlantis Exhibit

Playalinda Beach

Beach

4.7

• Unspoiled beach offering stunning coastal views and soft sand • Features peaceful nature trails • A great spot to watch rocket launches

The Wizard of Oz Museum & Van Gogh

Museum

4.9

• Unique museum featuring memorabilia from the beloved story of Oz • Offers immersive exhibits and interactive displays

Radisson Resort at the Port

Hotel

4.0

• Convenient and comfortable stay near cruise terminals

Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront

Hotel

4.2

• Offers stunning oceanfront views and upscale amenities

Hampton Inn & Suites Cape Canaveral Cruise Port

Hotel

4.4

• Cozy, quiet retreat close to everything • Hilton Honors points can be used here

Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum

Museum

4.7

• Iconic red lighthouse offering spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean • Remains an active aid to navigation

Blowing Rocks Preserve

Park

4.7

• Unique limestone rock formation on the beach

DuBois Park

Park

4.8

• Great place for kayaking and picnicking

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary

Wildlife refuge

4.8

• Rescue center for Florida wildlife with many animals to see

Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa

Resort hotel

4.5

• Offers oceanfront luxury with spa services

Wyndham Grand Jupiter At Harbourside Place

Hotel

4.5

• Stylish hotel located near the marina

Jupiter Waterfront Inn

Hotel

4.6

• Budget-friendly stay near key attractions on the Intercoastal Waterway

Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse

Historical landmark

4.6

• Known as the 'Big Diamond' with one of the most powerful Fresnel lenses • Its light can be seen from 28 nautical miles away

Pompano Beach Fisher Family Pier

Fishing pier

4.8

• Great spot for fishing and dining

Hillsboro Inlet Park

Park

4.7

• Scenic park with stunning lighthouse views

Butterfly World

Botanical garden

4.7

• The largest butterfly park in the world

Beachcomber Resort & Club

Hotel

4.3

• Boutique beachfront hotel

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort

Hotel

4.2

• Luxury stay with ocean views

Hampton Inn Fort Lauderdale Pompano Beach

Hotel

4.1

• Budget-friendly option with great amenities

Robbie's of Islamorada

Landmark

4.5

• Features a quirky mini lighthouse near the parking lot • Feed the famous tarpons • Good spot for lunch with a view if not too crowded

Rain Barrel Village

Landmark

4.4

• Stop to see the Giant Lobster sculpture • Great place to pick up souvenirs

Faro Blanco Lighthouse

Landmark

4.7

• Located at a marina and resort • Features a gift shop at its base • Part of the Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club

Molasses Reef Light House

Historical landmark

4.8

• Unique offshore lighthouse marking a spectacular coral reef • Example of an iron screwpile design, built in 1921 • Beloved spot for divers and snorkelers

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park

State park

4.5

• The first undersea park in the U.S. • Offers kayaking, glass-bottom boat tours, and snorkeling

Key Largo Dive Center

Sporting goods store

4.3

• Offers snorkeling and diving excursions to Molasses Reef

Sundiver Snorkel Tours

Tour agency

4.6

• Offers snorkeling tours to Molasses Reef

Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park

State park

4.0

• Great spot for nature lovers to explore tropical hardwood hammocks

Wild Bird Sanctuary - Florida Keys Wild Bird Center

Association / organization

4.7

• Rescue center home to native birds like pelicans and hawks

Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel

4.3

• Luxurious beachfront resort with water activities and great food • Features a beautiful beach

Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection

Hotel

4.4

• Upscale accommodations with a private beach and marina

Hampton Inn Key Largo, FL

Hotel

4.3

• Great budget-option • Hilton Honors hotel points can be used here

Key West

Place

• The southernmost point in the continental United States • Known for its vibrant atmosphere and historic architecture

The Hemingway Home and Museum

Museum

4.6

• Guided tours provide insights into Hemingway’s life and literary legacy • Explore the historic home and its grounds

Southernmost Point of the Continental U.S.A.

Historical landmark

4.5

• Marks the southernmost point in the continental United States • Vibrant, oversized buoy for photo ops • Temporarily located near the foot of Duval St. near Southernmost Point Cafe