11 Secret Places In Florida To Bring Your Favorite Person This Winter
There's something for everyone in Florida this winter. From dazzling winter wonderlands to enchanting secret gardens, you'll find charm, romance, and holiday spirit wherever you go. Bring your favorite person to these secret places in Florida and enjoy the state's most magical winter destinations.
Enchant St. Pete
Price: $19.99 to $32.99
When: November 22 through December 29, 2019, closed November 25 through 28 as well as December 2 and 9
Address: 1 Tropicana Dr, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Why You Need To Go: Step into a sparkling wonderland at Enchant St. Pete and experience the World's Largest Christmas Light Maze.
Santa's Christmas Tree Forest
Price: $3
When: November 23 through December 22, 2019
Address: 35317 Huff Rd, Eustis, FL 32736
Why You Need To Go: You can enjoy the crisp air and festive scent of spruce and pine trees while you explore a Christmas Tree Forest this holiday season.
Cafe Demetrio
Price: Coffee drinks range from $1.95 to $5.95
Address: 300 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Why You Need To Go: There's nothing like a hot drink to warm you up. Order Cafe Demetrio's coffee creation decorated with a heart for a romantic touch.
Now Snowing Nightly In Celebration
Price: Free
When: Every night in December, starting at 6 p.m.
Address: Market Street, Celebration, FL 34747
Why You Need To Go: You can have a white Christmas in Florida. Catch snowflakes every night this December with your S/O in Celebration.
Bok Tower Gardens
Price: $15
Address: 1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Why You Need To Go: Go on a winter walking tour of these magical gardens and feel like you're in a real-life fairytale. You may even spot a floral Christmas Tree.
Christmas, FL
Address: Christmas, FL 32709
Why You Need To Go: There's a town in Florida that celebrates Christmas all year. Road trip to Christmas, FL this winter.
Tree Lighting Celebration At Lake Eola
Price: Free
When: Next date is Friday, December 06, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Address: 512 E Washington St, Orlando, FL 32801
Why You Need To Go: You can cozy up and enjoy the giant 72-foot Christmas Tree at Lake Eola Park. Watch the "ceremonial first lighting" and bask in the twinkling lights.
St. Augustine Night of Lights
Price: $12.99
When: November 23, 2019, through February 2, 2020
Address: 170 St George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Why You Need To Go: Enjoy this spectacular light show in the nation's oldest town. Bring your favorite person for a magical winter night under the lights.
19th Annual Holiday Lights In The Garden
Price: Free
When: November 29, 2019, through January 4, 2020
Address: 12520 Ulmerton Rd, Largo, FL 33774
Why You Need To Go: You can wander through giant candy canes and Christmas Trees at the Florida Botanical Gardens winter festival.
Florida Railroad Museum
Price: $24.50
When: Select nights in December
Address: 12210 83rd St E, Parrish, FL 34219
Why You Need To Go: You can take a train to the North Pole at the Florida Railroad Museum this winter. It's a winter wonderland train ride.
Steinhatchee Falls
Address: Steinhatchee Falls Park, Steinhatchee, FL 32359
Why You Need To Go: Bundle up and hike to this secret mini waterfall your favorite person this winter. You can't find a more peaceful spot.
Bring your favorite person to these cozy, hidden spots in Florida this winter.
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