Florida is the number one travel destination in the world because it is the location of Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World, and Busch Gardens of Tampa Bay. The major theme parks are spectacular, but they are costly, so families on a budget may choose not to visit. There are many low cost travel and vacation alternatives for people who want to save money and visit Florida on a Budget. The following is a list of 10 places to travel on a budget in Florida:
Central Florida Budget Travel
Silver Springs Nature Park is famous for its glass bottom boat tours where Florida’s fresh water wildlife can be plainly viewed in the crystal clear spring water. Also in the park are various other boat tours, two panoramic rides, numerous wildlife exhibits, botanical gardens and live music shows with headliners like Lee Greenwood. This park is near Central Florida, and is budget priced below $30.
NASA Kennedy Space Center Visitor’s Complex is located just about 35 minutes outside of Orlando. There is an ultra cool shuttle launch experience, a tour of the facility, amazing IMAX space films, an astronaut encounter where visitors can interact with an astronaut, and much more. The Kennedy Space Center Complex is a Florida bargain at $38.
Fun Spot is an Orlando attraction that offers ride experience just above the level of a basic local state fair. There is an extensive ride area for young children, the regular rides are thrilling, and the go karts are phenomenal. Fun Spot is a budget Florida attraction with free admission and $3 ride tickets. All-day Armbands are a better deal at $35 for the go karts and $25 for the rides.
American Police Hall of Fame and Museum located in Titusville, Florida offers a tour of exhibits from famous crimes in history, several other extensive exhibits from terrorism, and capital punishment, to a crime lab and policing in the Wild West. This Florida budget attraction starts at only $12. There is also a gun range, but it will bring the admission price up to $30 if you choose to participate.
Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg Budget Florida Travel
The Florida Holocaust Museum is located in St. Petersburg, Florida, and it is one of the largest Holocaust museums in the country. The difference between this historic museum and its counterparts is that there are no graphic pictures, and there is a major focus on the Kindertransport. Admission to this budget friendly Florida attraction is only $14.
Big Cat Rescue in Tampa Bay is a sanctuary for big cats like lions, tigers, cougars, jaguars, and leopards. The sanctuary also houses small cats, domesticated cats, and several species of other animals. In addition to hanging out with the big cats, visitors can enjoy an exciting guided nighttime tour. The Big Cat Rescue is a Florida bargain at only $25.
Weeki Wachee State Park offers live mermaid shows, a white sandy beach, Florida’s only spring fed water park, a riverboat cruise, live animal shows, and Canoeing and Kayaking facilities. General admission is less than $30 for the shows and the water park. All other fees are a la carte’, but surprisingly affordable for those travelling to Florida on a budget. The park is located in the Tampa Bay area.
South Florida Budget Travel
The Duck Tour of Miami Beach is the best way to see the hottest city in the South. The tour is narrated and anchored on an amphibious vehicle that takes its passengers on a ride through Miami landmarks, the South Beach Art Deco District, and Biscayne Bay with a view of celebrity homes. Visitors rave about The Duck tours, and it is a budget Florida attraction at $32.
Ocean Drive on the South Beach portion of Miami Beach is the main strip in the world famous Art Deco district. An entire day can be spent touring the colorfully decorative buildings in and around (walking distance) Ocean Drive. Budget-minded Florida tourists only need to bring money to eat at a couple of the trendy restaurants along the strip (about $30) – the self guided walking tour is free.
North Florida Budget Travel
Lightner Museum is located in the opulent, former Alcazar Hotel; the museum showcases decadent daily lifestyle pieces from the Victorian Era. Among many other exhibits, beautiful cut glass, stained glass, and pieces from Louis Comfort Tiffany’s studio (founder of Tiffany and Co.) can be found at Lightner. The museum is located in historic St. Augustine, Florida, and the budget friendly admission is only $10.
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