9 days in Florida Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Florida visit planner
Start: Columbus
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Jacksonville
— 1 night
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Daytona Beach
— 2 nights
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Williston
— 1 night
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Everglades National Park
— 1 night
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St. Pete Beach
— 3 nights
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End: Columbus
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Jacksonville — 1 night
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The River City
The sprawling city of Jacksonville is not only Florida's most populous city, but also the largest city by land area in the continental United States.On the 1st (Tue), contemplate the long history of McIntosh Sugarworks - Tabby Ruins, look for all kinds of wild species at Egan's Creek Greenway, then contemplate the long history of Fernandina Beach, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Seaside Park. On your second day here, see what you can catch with a fishing tour, kick back and relax at Atlantic Beach, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Jacksonville Beach.
For photos, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, read Jacksonville sightseeing planner.
Columbus to Jacksonville is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Columbus in August: high temperatures in Jacksonville hover around 91°F and lows are around 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Daytona Beach.
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Daytona Beach — 2 nights
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The World's Most Famous Beach
The iconic seaside destination of Daytona Beach once supported sugar mill plantations, but now entertains up to 8 million visitors a year.On the 3rd (Thu), contemplate the long history of Dunlawton Sugar Mill Gardens, then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then stroll through Andy Romano Beachfront Park.
For reviews, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Daytona Beach itinerary tool.
Drive from Jacksonville to Daytona Beach in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 91°F in August, and nighttime lows around 75°F. On the 4th (Fri), you're off to Williston.
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Williston — 1 night
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Williston is a city in Levy County, Florida, United States. Kick off your visit on the 4th (Fri): Head underground at Devil's Den and then Head underground at Blue Grotto. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Sat): look for all kinds of wild species at Two Tails Ranch, take in nature's colorful creations at Cedar Lakes Woods And Gardens, and then explore the different monuments and memorials at Micanopy Cemetery.
To see photos, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Williston trip planner.
Traveling by car from Daytona Beach to Williston takes 2 hours. In August in Williston, expect temperatures between 90°F during the day and 72°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Everglades National Park.
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To see photos, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Williston trip planner.
Traveling by car from Daytona Beach to Williston takes 2 hours. In August in Williston, expect temperatures between 90°F during the day and 72°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Everglades National Park.
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Everglades National Park — 1 night
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Largest Subtropical Wilderness in the United States
A vast expanse of pristine wetlands, Everglades National Park holds the distinction of being the largest tropical wilderness in the U.S. Overflow from Lake Okeechobee into the Florida Bay formed these wetlands, which are home to manatees, American crocodiles, Florida panthers, and an array of wading birds, land birds, and birds of prey.Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sun): trek along Pa-hay-okee Trail, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Pineland Trail, then stroll through Anhinga Trail, and finally hike along Gumbo Limbo Trail.
To see where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Everglades National Park online attractions planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Williston to Everglades National Park. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Everglades National Park when traveling from Williston in August, with lows around 80°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to St. Pete Beach.
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St. Pete Beach — 3 nights
St. We've included these beaches for you: Madeira Beach and Upham Beach. Step off the beaten path and head to Bean Point and Bradenton Beach. Step out of St. Pete Beach with an excursion to Manatee Public Beach in Holmes Beach--about 44 minutes away. There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, enjoy the sand and surf at St. Pete Beach, and walk around Jungle Prada de Navarez Park.
For other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our St. Pete Beach tour planner.
Fly from Everglades National Park to St. Pete Beach in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of bus, train, and taxi. In August in St. Pete Beach, expect temperatures between 90°F during the day and 79°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can catch the flight back home.
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For other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our St. Pete Beach tour planner.
Fly from Everglades National Park to St. Pete Beach in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of bus, train, and taxi. In August in St. Pete Beach, expect temperatures between 90°F during the day and 79°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can catch the flight back home.
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Florida travel guide
The Sunshine State
The “Sunshine State,” Florida became a favorite winter destination for the affluent crowd over a century ago. Today, the state attracts visitors from around the world with its golden beaches and modern theme parks. You can spend your entire vacation enjoying the state's highly developed seaside areas, but remember that some of Florida's best-kept secrets are in secluded locations. Visit the big cities and their comfortable resorts offering top-notch dining and nightlife, but leave some time to see the peninsula's swampy landscape, filled with wild creatures and native plants. Farther away from the tourist-packed urban areas, the untamed wetlands of Florida offer a selection of things to do, such as kayaking, boat rides, and numerous other outdoor activities.
