Top Things to do in Florida
Top Hotels in Florida
- 1. The Goodtime Hotel
- 2. Mondrian South Beach Hotel
- 3. Havana Cabana at Key West
- 4. Nautilus by Arlo
- 5. Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
- 6. 1 Hotel South Beach
- 7. Postcard Inn
- 8. B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale
- 9. Margaritaville Beach House Key West
- 10. Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
9 Observatories & Planetariums in Florida That You Shouldn't Miss
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. NASA Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20,469 reviews
Welcome to the Greatest Space Adventure on Earth! Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the only place in the world where you can see the real space shuttle Atlantis, touch a moon rock, meet a veteran NASA astronaut, tour a NASA spaceflight facility and get an up-close view of a real Saturn V moon rocket all in the same day! Arrive early for this full-day experience to make the most of your visit. The visitor complex opens at 9 am every day.
Reviewed By SharT14 - Chicago, United States
Three generations of family members all found something they absolutely loved about the NASA Kennedy Space Center and you can feel the excitement in the air with the SPACEX launch pad and NASA's upcoming Mission to Mars. Grandma and Grandpa enjoyed coming close to the 50th anniversary of JFK's moonshot being realized, Gen X and Millennial parents and Aunts enjoyed Atlantis and the very wee ones enjoyed all of the interactive exhibits, slides and play park. A great, albeit long day with plenty for everyone. Recommend doing the bus tour first as the line gets very long.
2. Astronaut Memorial Planetarium and Observatory
3. Orlando Science Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 835 reviews
For more than 65 years, Orlando Science Center has been a place that inspires curiosity and exploration. Truly one of the great activities for Orlando families, the Science Center encourages learning in a fun way. There's no better place that combines fun and knowledge all under one roof! For visitors from out of town, Orlando Science Center is a must for your "things to do in Orlando" list. With four floors of exciting exhibits, amazing giant screen and 3D films as well as engaging live programming, the Science Center is the perfect family destination. We're also the ideal rainy day escape!
Reviewed By lindsaystongelmhc - Altamonte Springs, United States
I've been here several times over the years with my 6 year old. We love it there! There are 4 floors of activities. Currently, they have a superhero exhibit my son loved. The Dino digs, weather experiments, indoor playground and animals (alligators, turtles etc.) are also always a hit. We always eat at Subway when we are there as that has always been the only food option. However, this time I was happy to see they opened a coffee shop that had a few snack options in it. Expect to spend the day there. We were there 5 hours. We always get there when they open at 10am to get the best parking by the entrance in the parking garage and to avoid some of the crowds. $5 to park. They have a nice gift shop, but it's overpriced. The only problem about visiting in the summer is all of the groups of camps/daycares that take up all of the exhibits. The staff at OSC were very helpful however.
4. Kika Silva Pla Planetarium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Tiedyesunflower
We went on Friday night and did two shows: Florida Skies and Music 360 Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon. The Florida Skies show was, I think, $6 each. The host James is so funny and knowledgeable. He makes it interactive and fun. I would definitely consider going back for the show for a different season. This show lasted about an hour. We decided to stay for the music show and while we both enjoyed it and left with a lot to talk about, we agreed we wouldn't want to do the music show again. I did feel a little woozy with some of the animations, but I was also tired so I just closed my eyes for a while and was fine. The planetarium is smaller than others I have been too. My one tip is to get there early and sit in a seat where you are looking more straight towards the front. We sat in a more straight seat for the first show and then a mode side seat for the second and it was not as good a view.
5. Buehler Planetarium & Observatory
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 24 reviews
The Buehler Planetarium provides Broward County residents and visitors with guided explorations of the night sky, outer space, and astronomy using state-of-the-art planetarium equipment. Public Shows: Wed 7pm ($4) Weekend Feature Fri & Sat 7pm ($6) Sat 3pm ($6) Children's show Sat 1:30pm ($6) Buehler Observatory (FREE) - Join us for observing on the patio after our evening shows. Weather permitting, telescopes will be available on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Join us for solar observing on Wednesdays from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Reviewed By chtracht - Hallandale Beach, United States
very interesting and the telescopes outside following the nights viewing was great. They set up telescopes that move by computer so the items in view stay in focus
6. Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 707 reviews
Ignite your curiosity and see your world differently at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science (Frost Science), Miami’s only planetarium, aquarium and science museum! Riveting live shows, animals, hands-on interactives and cutting-edge technology are all part of the adventure ahead. Descend the thrilling depths of the museum’s three-level Aquarium, where you’ll touch a stingray, come face-to-face with hammerhead sharks and more. Hurtle through space, slide down a double helix or climb aboard an asteroid—it’s all in a day’s work inside the Frost Planetarium. An architectural marvel in the heart of Downtown Miami’s waterfront Maurice A. Ferré Park, Frost Science is a museum for all ages and interests.
Reviewed By davidbZ1448TL - Miami, United States
The 3 Level Aquarium is so unique compared to other aquariums - since the underneath view is so different than other aquariums. Our son spent a good amount of time just admiring the many types of fish. The Exhibits feature South Florida Nature at its best. The Planetaruim is great for all ages...come and enjoy and family day with a bonus of great coastal and city views from the 4th Floor!
7. Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 218 reviews
Our 105-acre facility hosts a true Florida swamp and we house injured native wildlife that may never be released into the wild. We also have exotic and exotic invasive species found or surrendered by owners. Daily animal demos! Special topics talks weekly (All about Alligators, Eyes on Eagles, Butterflies, Solar Observing on Fridays at the Planetarium). We have a cool planetarium (44-foot dome with a Media Globe II planetarium projection system) with three different shows per day and different shows each month. There are special events throughout the year. Check out our classes starting up in 2018!
8. St. Petersburg College Planetarium and Observatory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
9. Fox Observatory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
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