Miami to Tallahassee 4 – A great route (with relatively short drives) that includes the best of the state of Florida – from Keys archipelago in the south, to the Everglades National Park in the mainland and the springs and white sand beaches of the northwest (Florida’s Panhandle). In addition, this trip includes a visit to Orlando’s theme parks and a visit to Miami.
Please note – In the winter it can often be cold in the northern areas of this route. During summer months it is very hot and humid along this route. This route can be affected by summer hurricanes. The peak of the hurricane season is in September. It is possible to travel this route during summer months, but it is advised to be up to date regarding the forecast. The most recommended months for taking this trip are April to May, as well as October-November.
Day 1 – Land in Miami and enjoy half a day in the city
Lodging location: Miami Beach
Day 2 – Enjoy the day in Miami
Lodging location: Miami Beach
Day 3 – Drive to Keys Islands and on the way visit the Flamingo region of Everglades National Park, 4.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Marathon
Day 4 – Drive to Key West and tour the Keys Islands (don’t miss the beaches of Bahia Honda State Park), 1 hour drive in each direction
Lodging location: Marathon
Day 5 – Drive back to the mainland and visit the northern part of Everglades National Park (including Shark Valley), 3 hours drive
Lodging location: Everglades City
Day 6 – Take a boat tour in the 10,000 Islands region of Everglades National Park and drive to Orlando (It is possible to add to the drive a visit to Myakka River State Park), 4 hours drive
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 7 – Visit one of Universal’s theme parks
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 8 – Visit one of Disneyworld’s or Universal’s theme parks
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 9 – Visit Blue Springs State Park or the Kennedy Space Center or visit one of Orlando’s great water parks, 1 hour drive in each direction to Blue Springs or the Kennedy Space Center
(You may also consider on going on a short wildlife airboat tour out of Orlando)
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 10 – Visit one of Disneyworld’s theme parks
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 11 – Visit one of Disneyworld’s theme parks
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 12 – Drive to Florida”s Panhandle and on the way visit Wakulla State Park, 6 hours drive
Lodging location: Cape San Blas
Day 13 – Enjoy the beaches of Saint George State Park and Saint Joseph Peninsula State Park, short drive
Lodging location: Cape San Blas
Day 14 – Drive to Tallahassee and fly home, 2 hours drive
– In order to fill this route with content – see our Southeast USA destinations pages, where you can find articles that include suggestions what to do in various locations along this route.
