Northern Florida Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A view of the karst window from inside the Devil's Den Spring. The cave has an underwater spring that stays at 72 degrees year round. You can snorkel or scuba dive inside. So far this has been my favorite experience in Florida!
A view of the karst window from inside the Devil's Den Spring. The cave has an underwater spring that stays at 72 degrees year round. You can snorkel or scuba dive inside. So far this has been my favorite experience in Florida!
The Pearl Hotel in beautiful Rosemary Beach, FL. Walking along the cobblestone streets you almost feel like you are in a European city. But the Gulf of Mexico is only steps away! #30a #rosemarybeach #florida #architecture
One of the famous glass bottom boats in Silver Springs State Park (Ocala, FL) floats by on the crystal clear water of the Silver River. If you visit Silver Springs, you must take one of these boat rides. In addition to seeing the underwater springs, we also saw manatees, alligators, turtles, monkeys, and birds on our 90 minute tour. #silversprings #florida
You will not find many waterfalls in Florida. I discovered Falling Creek Falls early one morning near Lake City. Take a quick detour from I-10 to see a root-beer-colored cascade, which plummets more than 10 feet over a deep lip of limestone and flows away over limestone boulders at the bottom of a ravine. Falling Creek Falls was the site of the first settlement in this area, and a short boardwalk trail offers easy access to this scenic view.

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Where to stay in Northern Florida

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Rosemary Beach

Rosemary Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Rosemary Beach or Alys Beach.

Rosemary Beach
R3YH4J Vacation townhomes, Seacrest Beach, Florida, USA

Seacrest

Seacrest is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach.

Seacrest
Okaloosa Island which includes a sandy beach

Okaloosa Island

Okaloosa Island is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Wild Willy's Adventure Zone and Okaloosa Island Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Fort Walton Beach.

Okaloosa Island
Fort Walton Beach which includes a sandy beach and a sunset

Seagrove Beach

Seagrove Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Seaside Beach or Seagrove Beach East.

Seagrove Beach
Seaside showing a coastal town and general coastal views

Seaside

Seaside is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Seaside Beach and Seagrove Beach West.

Seaside
Aerial view of serene sunset over Vilano Beach shoreline, St. Augustine, Florida, United States.

Vilano Beach

Travellers to Vilano Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Vilano Beach and Castle Otttis.

Vilano Beach
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is AU$284 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$284
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,989 reviews)
Over all was good first experience

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

2.5 out of 5
715 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL
The price is AU$260 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$260
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,743 reviews)
The room was clean and well appointed. Yhe staff was very friendly and accommodating. We enjoyed our beach/ocean view and full balcony. The bar is excellent and drinks are unique and delicious!

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
 The Pensacola Beach Resort

The Pensacola Beach Resort

4 out of 5
165 Fort Pickens Road Pensacola Beach FL
The price is AU$336 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$336
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Pensacola Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,865 reviews)
The beach view and location was fabulous! However, the laminate floor throughout the bedroom, living area and bathroom was extremely dirty. It appears the staff does not mop the floors as they were sticky and very dirty, as evidenced on the soles of my white socks.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

The Pensacola Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Legacy Vacation Resorts Palm Coast

Legacy Vacation Resorts Palm Coast

3 out of 5
98 Palm Coast Resort Blvd Palm Coast FL
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Palm Coast. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,580 reviews)
cleaned, comfortable and with a lot of space

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Legacy Vacation Resorts Palm Coast
Club Destin Condos

Club Destin Condos

2.5 out of 5
1085 US-98 Destin FL
Stay at this apartment in Destin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Club Destin Condos
The Villas of Amelia Island

The Villas of Amelia Island

4 out of 5
8 Amelia Village Circle, Amelia Island Fernandina Beach FL
Stay at this beach holiday home in Fernandina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,164 reviews)
Very cozy, great view of ocean and beach decor was really nice.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

The Villas of Amelia Island
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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