According to research, an approximate 95.8 million people vacationed in Florida in 2018. There are so many attractions for some good quality family fun in Florida, you would need months of vacation to see them all.

No matter your age, interests, culture, or marital status, you will find something that interests you in the Sunshine State!

When most people think of vacationing with their families to Florida, they picture Disney World and Universal Studios. While that is one of the main attractions to see, Florida has so much more to offer for family fun.

When planning your trip, where should you go, and which are the best things to do in Florida with kids? 

Keep on reading to find the best list of family fun in Florida—plus why these places should be on the top of your Florida bucket list! Let’s get started.

Visit the Beautiful Family-Friendly Beaches

Florida’s coastline is 1,350 miles long, which means there is a lot of beach waiting to be explored. However, not all beaches are the same! There is only a handful of family-friendly ones in terms of safety, comfortability, and accessibility.  

Here they are:

Amelia Island

With kayaking, horseback riding, and history learning, there is a lot to offer in northeastern Florida on Amelia Island. Because of the laid-back vibe, you have a bigger chance of having a private stretch of beach all to yourselves.

Panama City Beach

Panama City Beach has something to offer absolutely everyone.

There are exciting water sports such as jet-skiing, paddleboarding, eco-adventures, and swimming activities. There is, of course, lifeguards on duty along Panama city beach.

If the beach does not strike your interest, you can head over to Pier Park, which is a one-million square foot shopping center with over 124 stores, an IMAX, live music, restaurants, laser tag, and more.

There are numerous restaurants that will appeal to every member of the family, including delicious tropical smoothies and ice creams that even kids with braces can enjoy fully. Sometimes braces can get in the way for a child to experiment with new foods; here you can learn more about how they can still enjoy a family vacation worry-free.

Siesta Key

Is your family keen on snorkeling?

Siesta Key has some of the best snorkeling in all of Florida. There are beautiful tropical fish and much more sea life to be seen.

Along the stretch of white sand beaches, there are lifeguards, ice cream shops, restaurants, and even a Trolley to get around easier.

Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach is a top spot for family fun in Florida because of the numerous activities for everyone to enjoy.

Your family can go on a bicycle ride together, take surfing lessons, build a sandcastle, go boogie boarding, and enjoy some fresh eats from one of the many beachside vendors. 

There are lifeguards all along this beautiful stretch of beach, so your family can soak up the sun worries-free.

Clearwater Beach

Have any pirate fans in the family?

In Clearwater Beach, your entire family can hop aboard a real pirate ship for a ride along the beach. Then head to the Clearwater Aquarium to meet Winter the dolphin, from the movie A Dolphin’s Tale. 

Legoland, Florida

Legoland is exactly as the name suggests, but there is so much more than just Legos to play with here!

This creative park has something to offer everyone in the family, no matter what ages.

There is a water park, a theme park with over 50 rides, Imagination Zone, Pirate Cove, Medieval Kingdoms, and so much more. Your family can work together as a team to build a lego car together and test it out on the same day! 

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park 

This beautiful state park offers stunning landscapes and also something rather mystical—a Mermaid show. They offer a full underwater theatre with an incredible Mermaid show that has to be seen.

After that, you can take a family kayak down the stream, or snorkel and find some beautiful underwater sights.

Naval Aviation Museum 

Turn your family fun in Florida into an educational family fun event and head to the Naval Aviation Museum!

Here you will find over 250 restored aircraft, see over 4,000 artifacts, and watch the Blue Angels practicing their aerial routines overhead. 

Sun Splash Family Waterpark 

If you are traveling on a tight budget, Sun Splash is a great place to take your family for a perfect day of fun in the sun. No matter the ages of your children, there is something to do for everyone.

From miniature waterslides for the lil’ ones to a 30-foot dark tunnel and a five-story slide, there is plenty of activities for the whole family. 

Three Sisters Springs

Three Sisters Springs has something very unique to offer—a chance to swim with the Manatees!

These gentle giants are native to Florida and are completely safe to swim around. There is a lot of beautiful nature to gawk at in this 57-acre park, and the best part is how untouched it still seems.

NASA Kennedy Space Center

You simply cannot visit Florida without paying a visit to the NASA Kennedy Space Center.

In one day, you can get up close and personal with astronauts, touch a rock from the moon, see a real space shuttle, and eat astronaut ice cream!

Learn About More Family Fun in Florida!

Now that you have your list of family fun in Florida, you need to start planning your vacation.

Check out our article on the 7 secret hidden gems that Florida has to offer, and get out of the touristy areas for a day.