North Things to Do, Food and Drink, Visitor Services KEY TO SYMBOLS: d = Beach wheelchairs available in some locations d I = Guide or information for travelers with disabilities Museum of Florida History museumoffloridahistory.com 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, 850-245-6400. A treasure trove of Florida history with exhibits the entire family will enjoy. Free admission. Saenger Theatre pensacolasaenger.com 118 Palafox Pl., Pensacola, 850-595-3882. Donated in 1975 to the city as a cultural affairs center, the theatre hosts a variety of showcases. PLAN YOUR ADVENTURE Museum of Man in the Sea maninthesea.org 17314 Panama City Beach Pkwy., Panama City Beach, 850-235-4101. Explore the fascinating history of diving at the Museum of Man in the Sea. Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art harn.ufl.edu 3290 Hull Rd., Gainesville, 352-392-9826. At the University of Florida; maintains exemplary art collections and produces innovative exhibitions. d I Museums in the Sea museumsinthesea.com R.A. Gray Bldg. 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, 850-245-6369. 12 historic shipwrecks provide a glimpse into Florida’s maritime history. Spanish Military Hospital Museum spanishmilitaryhospitalmuseum.com 3 Aviles St., St. Augustine, 904-342-7730. Our fully guided tours take you back to the Colonial Spanish days of medicine. National Naval Aviation Museum navalaviationmuseum.org 1750 Radford Blvd., Ste. B, NAS Pensacola, 850-452-3604. Experience the thrill of flight in the simulators, catch all the drama and power on the giant screen. See ad on page 32. Reader Response 59 The State Library and Archives of Florida dos.myflorida.com/library-archives R.A. Gray Bldg. 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, 850-245-6600. The designated information resource provider for the Florida legislature and all state agencies. St. Augustine Alligator Farm North Central Florida Blues Society ncfblues.org P.O. Box 13282, Gainesville, 352-871-0676. A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, cultivation and promotion of Blues. alligatorfarm.com 999 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 904-824-3337. See every living species of crocodilian plus spectacular birds from around the world. St. Augustine Amphitheatre Oldest Wooden School House Historic Museum and Gardens oldestwoodenschoolhouse.com 14 Saint George St., St. Augustine, 904-824-0192. Experience Colonial school life, artifacts and antiques at this 1700’s American landmark. staugamphitheatre.com 1340C A1A S., St. Augustine, 904-209-0367. The St. Augustine Amphitheatre is one of the South’s best outdoor music and events venue. St. Augustine Aquarium Pensacola Lighthouse pensacolalighthouse.org 2081 Radford Blvd., Pensacola, 850-393-1561. The Pensacola lighthouse and museum offers climbing tours of the landmark 1859 Lighthouse. saaquarium.com 2045 S.R. 16, St. Augustine, 904-429-9777. The St. Augustine Aquarium, snorkel adventure and zip line. St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum Ponce de Leon’s WORLD FAMOUS Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park fountainofyouthflorida.com 11 Magnolia Ave., St. Augustine, 904-829-3168. Explore 15 historic, waterfront acres and step back in time. staugustinelighthouse.org 81 Lighthouse Ave., St. Augustine, 904-829-0745. Climb, discover and explore maritime history in the nation’s oldest port. St. Augustine Old Jail Ponte Vedra Concert Hall pvconcerthall.com 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach, 904-209-0399. The Ponte Vedra Concert Hall is one of North Florida’s most intimate concert and events venue. ghostsandgravestones.com/paranormal-investigations.htm 167 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 904-826-3663. The Old Jail was completed in 1891, designed to look like a fine hotel on the outside. FREE VACATION PLANNER Visit EmeraldCoastFL.com St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum thepiratemuseum.com 12 S. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine, 904-819-1444. Relive the golden age of piracy at Pat Croce’s St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum. colonialquarter.com/dine/taberna-del-caballo 37 Saint George St., St. Augustine, 904-495-5337. Enjoy savory tapas, flatbreads and sangria in an intimate atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else. Potter’s Wax Museum potterswax.com 31 Orange St., St. Augustine, 904-829-9056. New location, new design, beautiful exhibits with over 150 figures on display. Taberna Del Caballo at Colonial Quarter Repertory Theatre -Seaside lovetherep.com 216 County Hwy. 283 S., Santa Rosa Beach, 850-231-0733. Northwest Florida’s premier professional theatre. Tallahassee Automobile Museum Ripley’s Believe It or Not -Panama City Beach ripleys.com/panamacitybeach 9907 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, 850-230-6113. Venture in to see the most fun and unique exhibits from all over the world. tacm.com 6800 Mahan Dr., Tallahassee, 850-942-0137. It’s more than a museum... it’s a journey through history! Tallahassee Museum Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum -St. Augustine ripleys.com/staugustine 19 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 904-824-1606. The original Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum features over 800 exhibits. Riverside Avondale Preservation & Riverside Arts Market riversideavondale.org 715 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, 904-389-2449. Riverside Avondale is one of Florida’s largest historic districts, home to shops, food and more. Romanza -St. Augustine tallahasseemuseum.org 3945 Museum Dr., Tallahassee, 850-575-8684. Explore 52 acres of history, wildlife, soaring zip lines and obstacle courses, nature trails and more. See ad on page 33. Reader Response 67 romanzastaugustine.org 83 Bridge St., St. Augustine, 904-501-4336. Amazing events, shows, concerts, parades and more in the nation’s oldest city, St. Augustine! TaxSlayer Bowl gatorbowl.com 1 Gator Bowl Blvd., Jacksonville, 904-798-1700. Annual college football bowl game. Reader Response 29
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