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17 Florida Landmarks You Ought To Visit: Take A Tour In Photos
Check out photos of some of Florida's top landmarks that everyone ought to experience at least once in their life.
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FLORIDA — From trendy South Beach and historic Coral Castle all the way to Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Studios, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy in Florida. We've rounded up our top favorite spots that we consider to be Florida landmarks you should visit at least once in your life. Check it out below!
Walt Disney World Resort
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What list of Floridian landmarks would be complete without Walt Disney World Resort? The site has been a family destination for decades and has become nearly synonymous with the state of Florida. From Cinderella's Castle in the Magic Kingdom to traveling the world in Epcot, this place is truly made of good ol' magic.
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ZooTampa at Lowry Park
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Touted as one of the top family-friendly zoos in the country, this 3-acre plot in Lowry Park is recognized by the state of Florida as the center for Florida wildlife conservation and biodiversity.
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Everglades National Park
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Located on the southern tip of Florida, this national park is composed of 1.5 million acres of wetlands preserve. It's also home to hundreds of animal species. Tours will take you down the slow-moving waterway so you can explore all the beauty at once.
Kennedy Space Center (Merritt Island)
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The Kennedy Space Center is one of 10 NASA field centers and has been its primary launch center for human spaceflight since 1968. So, you know it's going to be legit. Spanning 44,000 acres with about 700 facilities, this Florida landmark offers tours and visitor centers for learning and exploring. You don't want to miss this one!
Coral Castle (Miami-Dade County)
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Created by Latvian American immigrant Edward Leedskalnin, this oolite limestone structure attracts locals and visitors alike due to the legends surrounding how it was first formed. Many believe that Leedskalnin used supernatural abilities to create the structure, given the enormous amount of weight of the stones. Located between the cities of Homestead and Leisure City, the Coral Castle is sure to amaze.
Salvador Dali Museum (St. Petersburg)
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The Salvador Dali Museum, home to more masterpieces by the renowned artist than any other museum in the world, will be an unforgettable experience. Composed of oil paintings, watercolors, sculptures, drawings, photographs and more, this art institution has rightfully earned its landmark status.
Bok Tower Gardens (Lake Wales)
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This garden and pink marble tower, created in 1929 by Dutch immigrant Edward Bok, is one of the most beautiful places to witness on this list of Florida landmarks. The tower contains a 60-bell carillon played by a master carillonneur and is aptly named the "Singing Tower." This is truly something exceptional to witness.
Venetian Pool (Coral Gables)
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Flagler Museum (Palm Beach)
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This iconic museum was once a winter home owned by Henry Flagler, which he built as a gift for his third wife. While touring this mansion, adorned with 24-karat gold trim and crystal chandeliers, you'll learn all about the history of Flagler and the Standard Oil Co..
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument (St. Augustine)
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Designed by Spanish engineered Ignacio Daza, this national monument is the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States. The structure is rich with history and has been used for different purposes under the hands various owners.
Daytona International Speedway (Daytona Beach)
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Legoland (Winter Haven)
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True, Legoland may not be as legendary of a Floridian landmark as the others on this list, but it's a great spot to check out if you have young children and need something a bit more low key than Disney World. With rollercoasters and various rides built for the young ones to enjoy, this will offer your family hours of fun.
South Beach (Miami)
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When you come to Florida, you may want to hit up some scenic beaches — and nothing is more iconic than South Beach in Miami. From the turquoise-colored ocean to the shops and restaurants, you'll definitely want to check South Beach off your bucket list.
Ocala National Forest
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Located in central Florida, these 607 square miles comprise the state's second-largest nationally protected forest and are registered in parts of Marion, Lake, and Putnam counties. Go on a day when the weather is nice.
Universal Orlando Resort
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Consisting of two parks, an on-site waterpark, an on-site entertainment district and eight hotels, Universal Studios has fairly earned a spot on this list next and rivals the likes of Disney. In addition, the resort is home to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, which gives it landmark status right off the bat.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (Sarasota)
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With over 10,000 pieces of various mediums of art and 21 galleries of European paintings, this stunning museum has become an integral part of Florida. In fact, the exterior is unforgettable and a work of art in itself.
Southernmost Point (Key West)
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