NORTH North Florida 8 7 EPIC EXCURSIONS, GLORIOUS GOLF AND COASTAL CUISINE NORTHWEST The stunning Perdido Key shoreline marks Florida’s westernmost reaches. Head east along Route 98 to South Walton , one of Florida’s best-kept secrets, where 16 unique seaside arts enclaves beckon with eclectic shops and galleries and sparkling turquoise waters. Looking for a family-friendly spot? Head east to Panama City Beach . Here, you’ll find 27 miles of beaches and all-ages attractions like Pier Park, featuring SkyWheel, the towering Ferris wheel-style observation wheel recently added at the park. 9 6 KEY 75 19 Interstate Destin NORTH CENTRAL State capital Tallahassee offers a vivid glimpse of Old Florida alongside inviting culinary and cultural scenes. While you’re here, check out the old and new Capitol buildings as well as the Museum of Florida History. In winter, spot manatees at impressive Wakulla Springs . Many more refreshing springs (and manatees) lie to the east. Head to Gainesville to catch a Gators game and explore the Florida Museum of Natural History. U.S. Highway State Highway KEY 75 19 72 Interstate U.S. Highway State Highway Controlled Access Divided Highways Toll Highways Divided Highways Principal Through Highways Airport i KEY 75 19 72 Interstate U.S. Highway State Highway Controlled Access Divided Highways Toll Highways Divided Highways Principal Through Highways Airport i KEY 75 19 72 72 Interstate U.S. Highway State Highway Controlled Access Divided Highways Toll Highways Divided Highways Principal Through Welcome Center NORTHEAST Vibrant Jacksonville teems with craft beer, public art and cultural attractions. Award-winning golf courses abound here, too. For coastal hiking and camping, head northeast, where Fort Clinch State Park near Fernandina Beach abounds with seaside hiking and camping. History buffs will want to venture even farther south to St. Augustine , the oldest continuously occupied European settlement in North America, and check out Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. Animal lovers can meet rescued pigs, goats and cows at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary near Melrose. OFFICIAL FLORIDA VACATION GUIDE ✹ 69 Controlled Access Divided Highways 1 Welcome Center 6 Toll Highways Perdido Key Highways Gainesville Jacksonville Fernandina Beach St. Augustine Airport 2 Divided South Highways Walton i Welcome Center Principal Through 3 Highways Panama City Beach 4 7 8 Airport i 5 Tallahassee Welcome Center Wakulla Springs 9
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