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The 10 Best Weekend Getaways in Florida (& Over 60 Activities!)

Sandy, sweeping beaches. Old, haunted cities with lots of ghost stories. Lots & lots of seafood. Florida is nicknamed the Sunshine State, with an average of 237 sunny days a year. It's truly the land of a million sandy beaches, theme parks, and a whole lot of things to do. And it's one of the best places for a mini-vacation with so many truly unique weekend getaways in Florida! Here are the 10 best weekend getaways in Florida, from beach getaways, to adventurous expeditions, to ghost stories! 60+ activities included!

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Sandy, sweeping beaches. Old, haunted cities. Lots & lots of seafood. Florida is nicknamed the Sunshine State, with an average of 237 sunny days a year. It’s truly the land of a million sandy beaches, theme parks, and a whole lot of things to do. And it’s one of the best places for a mini-vacation with so many truly unique weekend getaways in Florida!

As someone who grew up going to Florida almost every year, I’ve spent many a lazy hour in the Sunshine State traversing beaches, lakes, swamps, and tourist attractions that fall under the branch of a certain kind of Florida-flavored kitsch.

I’ve collected the 10 best weekend getaways in Florida, whether you are looking to sit on the beach, go on adventures, explore its history and hear ghost stories, or see some drag shows and go to the gay beach (yeah, Florida, I said gay).

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Palms swaying in the breeze, sandy beaches, blue water… you’ve arrived!

The 10 Best Weekend Getaways in Florida

Only have a weekend away? There is plenty that can be done in the sunny state of Florida! Below are ten amazing weekend getaways in Florida, whether you are looking for some beach relaxation or some more adventurous offerings.

I’ve included a list of things to do, where to eat and drink, and where to stay for the weekend in each city, so you’ll definitely have a good head start on your planning. So let’s get to it!

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