10 Traveler Resources in Florida That You Shouldn't Miss

March 1, 2022 Moriah Teneyck

Not just for retirees and theme park enthusiasts, the Sunshine State offers beautiful beaches, pristine diving conditions, and sizzling nightlife. Salsa the night away in a smokin’ hot Miami club, or swing away at one of Kissimmee’s many premium golf courses. An airboat tour of the Everglades is an unforgettable adventure – just look out for alligators! For the risk-averse, a lazy day spent on the soft sands of an Emerald Coast beach is as rejuvenating as a spa treatment.
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1. Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center

1159 Causeway Blvd, Sanibel Island, FL 33957-3709 +1 239-472-1080 [email protected] http://www.sanibel-captiva.org
Excellent
82%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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5.0 based on 893 reviews

Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center

The Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center is your official source when visiting our beautiful islands. Stop in for information on lodging, restaurants, activities, shopping, attractions, and much more!

Reviewed By Erfurt - Jupiter, United States

it is located very conveniently, as soon you get off the causeway bridge on the right hand side, a very modern facility, knowledgeable , friendly staff, the Lady on duty took her time to answer my question, very much appreciated. A good place to get Information.

2. Sanibel Public Library

770 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel Island, FL 33957-4016 +1 239-472-2483 http://www.sanlib.org
Excellent
87%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 566 reviews

Sanibel Public Library

Sanibel Public Library offers numerous services to patrons. In addition to books, the library contains an extensive AV collection, consisting of many entertaining, teaching, and how-to videos, books on both CD and digital format, plus DVDs, and music CDs. The Library provides public internet access, high speed WiFi, as well as printing services—no Library card required. If you do not live in Lee County Florida, you may purchase a Visitor Card for $10, good for one year. Use the Visitor Card to check out books, movies, cooking kits, museum passes, music, magazines, and more—up to 30 items at one time. Also use your Visitor Card to download eBooks, magazines and audiobooks, and stream movies and music through the Library's eShelf collection. Sanibel Public Library hosts programs for kids of all ages throughout the year including storytimes, makerspace events, and special guests. Events are listed at the Library's online calendar.

Reviewed By Q4879PCcarlaf - Cape Coral, United States

The renovation is spectacular! Terrific children's area and the displays are fantastic! Love to stop in and add a piece to the jigsaw puzzles! Staff is friendly and helpful and they always seem to have books that I am looking for.

3. Fort Myers Beach Public Library

2755 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931-3504 +1 239-765-8162 http://www.fmb.lib.fl.us/
Excellent
82%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 208 reviews

Fort Myers Beach Public Library

Reviewed By 103GaryW

To our surprise, this beautiful library turned out to be a great resource for both our learning and entertainment during our recent travel introduction of FMB. These were one hour+ programs focused on archeology, history and dolphin population relevant to the area. The speakers were all well informed, professional and interesting speakers.

4. Cedar Key Welcome Center

450 2nd St, Cedar Key, FL 32625-5118 +1 352-543-5600 [email protected] http://cedarkey.org
Excellent
65%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
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Terrible
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4.5 based on 150 reviews

Cedar Key Welcome Center

Get all the information you need about the area here.

Reviewed By T284SUallant - Starke, United States

We love Cedar Key and plan to move there. The lady who greeted us at the Welcome Center was full of information about the area and the wildlife. She gave us a lot of information about the Horseshoe Crabs. We went after our second day in town.

5. Pigeon Key Foundation

2010 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050-2129 +1 305-743-5999 [email protected] http://pigeonkey.net/visitors-center/tour-schedule/
Excellent
66%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
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4.5 based on 482 reviews

Pigeon Key Foundation

The island of Pigeon Key is a historic 5-acre island located in the heart of the Florida Keys! It was once the home of over 400 workers who built the Overseas Railway from Miami to Key West. Today, the island is operated by the Pigeon Key Foundation, a 501(c)-3 not for profit organization. Our Visitor's Center, which is the address listed, is where our daily historical tours depart from at 10am, 12pm, and 2pm. We also operate a Marine Science Center on the island, school groups from all over the world come to Pigeon Key to be immersed in the ocean environment found right around the island. Visit our website or call our gift shop for more information about taking a tour! To keep our ferry crew, tour guides, staff and visitors safe, we will be requiring masks for admittance to the island and our tours will be based off of social-distancing suggestions.

Reviewed By MSweney - Port Orange, United States

We went out by ferry to pigeon Key a lot of history about Flagler railroad and the 7 mile bridge Eric was an excellent tour guide! We had enough time to snorkle by the dock and eat lunch before returning to Marathon..would recommend!

6. Art Deco Welcome Center

1001 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139-5080 +1 305-763-8026 [email protected] http://www.artdecowelcomecenter.com
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 434 reviews

Art Deco Welcome Center

A Premier Visitor Center serving over 1 million guests since 2010. Located in the heart of the "Art Deco" Historic District. We are at 1001 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Fl, the headquarters of The Miami Design Preservation League. Maps in 11 languages, multilingual staff, Art Deco Museum and Gift shop, "The "Official" Art Deco Walking Tour daily at 10:30 am/ Thurs 10:30 am & 6:30 pm, and "Official" Self Guided Art Deco Audio Tour. Information on Entertainment, Cultural & sporting events, National Parks, excursions, points of interest and attractions. Our priority is to provide our guest a wide array of information, services & activities to facilitate a well rounded experience during their stay in our Beautiful City!

Reviewed By thenickimouse - London, United Kingdom

This is always one of my first ports of call when in Miami Beach. The quality of the new and vintage items they buy in is exceptional, as are the staff. Every pair of sunglasses I own originated from here.

7. Royal Palm Visitor Center

4 miles West of Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center On Rte. 9336, Everglades National Park, FL 33034 +1 305-242-7237 http://www.nps.gov/ever/planyourvisit/royal-palm.htm
Excellent
60%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
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Terrible
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4.5 based on 296 reviews

Royal Palm Visitor Center

The original center of the National Park with an abundance of trees and nature.

Reviewed By Kizambo - Portland, United States

Small visitor center with restrooms and exceptional accessible walking trail. Short trail but give yourself at least an hour to gawk at the creatures. You will see alligators, plenty of fish, large birds and maybe some turtles. Watch yourself along the beginning of the pathway - gators hang out just on the left of the "barrier". Watch out for the sun here - limited shade along the trail. Bring a visor and some sunscreen!

8. Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center

40001 State Road 9336, Everglades National Park, FL +1 305-242-7700 http://www.nps.gov/ever/planyourvisit/coedirections.htm
Excellent
56%
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 321 reviews

Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center

Reviewed By 646lorit - Dawsonville, United States

This visitor center is on the park entrance road before you actually get to the entrance gate. This visitor center is a good place to stop and find out what activities are happening during the day, get a map and directions, view a movie about the park, look at the educational displays, and collect souveniers from the large gift shop. We did not see much wildlife around this visitor center, but there is a pleasant covered porch with rocking chairs to relax and look out over a pond. Helpful hint: for good wildlife viewing, travel 15 minutes into the park to the Anhinga Trail at the Royal Palms Visitor Center.

9. The Cultural Center

2280 Aaron St, Port Charlotte, FL 33952-5202 +1 941-625-4175 http://www.theculturalcenter.com
Excellent
66%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 177 reviews

The Cultural Center

The Cultural Center been serving Port Charlotte and the surrounding community with educational, recreational, social and entertainment activities since 1961. More than 12,000 happenings go on each year on our 90,000 square foot campus. The Cultural Center enriches the lives of our residents and visitors by offering a theater, The Learning Place - for the Arts, Academics, Dance and Exercise; Beaches Cafe - for delicious breakfast and lunch; and unique shopping in the Thrift and Gift shops onsite. We can also accommodate seminars, banquets, and gatherings of any size in our adjustable 7,200 square foot conference center.Our volunteers, your donations, and the support of the community have allowed us to maintain our legacy as “The Place that Friendship Built”.

Reviewed By lorijgalster - North Port, United States

We saw the Sarasota Jazz Band. They were great. Played all the big band favorites I grew up with. I felt so bad because there were less than 30 people in the audience. Tickets were so reasonable only $20. They need to advertise more. Great programs and talent. We had a fun evening. Get on-line and check out their programs. I am definitely going to take a group there again.

10. Florida Keys Visitor Center

106240 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037-3129 +1 305-712-6596 [email protected] http://www.thefloridakeysvisitorcenter.com
Excellent
67%
Good
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Satisfactory
6%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 524 reviews

Florida Keys Visitor Center

The Florida Keys Visitor Center is your first stop as soon as you enter Key Largo. We can help with discounts on a variety of accommodations, all watersports, museums, tours, and attractions. We also have colorful and affordable clothing, hats, sunglasses, swimsuits, towels, keychains, magnets, and other Keys souvenirs. Our staff has 2 native Conchs (born and raised in the Keys) and 3 more totaling 58 years here. We are 100+ year locals who give great info, advice, and savings. Stop in, say hello, grab a free map, bar and restaurant discounts, and save some money! We are your ONE STOP SHOP for a stress free vacation!

Reviewed By SunShineStateEscape - Boca Raton, United States

Very clean visitor center with a ton of information on not only Key Largo but all the Keys. Clean restrooms. Always our first stop when getting to Key Largo.

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