Things to Do in Florida with Kids

"Florida’s family fun scene is sun-soaked and endlessly exciting: theme parks, wildlife encounters, splash zones, and space missions that feel straight out of a dream. It’s the kind of place where kids can meet Mickey in the morning and kayak with manatees by sunset."

We’ve got swimsuits under our clothes, sunscreen at the ready, and a whole list of things to see—all scattered across Florida’s bright and breezy landscape. Who knew one state could offer so many ways to play?

We kick things off at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando for rides, magic, and movie thrills. Over on the Gulf Coast, The Florida Aquarium in Tampa and Clearwater Marine Aquarium let kids meet sea turtles and touch stingrays. For space lovers, Kennedy Space Center on the east coast brings rockets and astronauts to life. And when it’s time to slow down, we paddle through mangroves with manatees in Crystal River, or stroll through exotic gardens and butterfly houses in Naples.

"Theme parks, wild places, and unforgettable smiles under the sun? Sunshine here we come!"