Best Places to Visit in Florida for Couples

If you are yearning for a romantic getaway with your significant other, Florida, the Sunshine State awaits you. From beachside cities featuring breathtaking sunsets to lakeside towns with fun-filled outdoor activities to thrilling Star Wars Attractions of the Walt Disney World, here is a selection of 7 romantic places to visit in Florida.

1. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

Camp amid the magic of the great outdoors – inviting woodland trails, spectacular pool areas, and rip-roarin’ entertainment. Encounter deer, rabbits, ducks, and armadillos roaming the Resort’s 750 acres of pine and cypress forest. Enjoy archery, horseback riding and canoeing and other rare fun activities. Each campsite has privacy-enhancing landscaping, water, cable television and electrical hook-ups, a picnic table and a charcoal grill. Most campsites also include a sewer hook-up, and some even permit pets.

2. Mount Dora

Thinking of a secluded getaway? Mount Dora is the place to be. Located less than an hour drive from Orlando, this lakeside town is home to Lake Dora, which is characterized by picturesque sunsets and wildlife views. Spend a romantic afternoon experiencing Mount Dora’s dining scene with a food and wine tasting tour. Take a seaplane tour to have a bird’s eye view of the lush green ecosystem. Be sure to take an evening or early morning stroll in Palm Island Park, where you’ll enjoy lakeside views from a relaxing boardwalk.

3. St. Augustine

Take a Hop-On Hop-Off trolley tour of St. Augustine, one of the oldest cities in the United States located on the east coast of Florida. It was founded by the Spanish in 1565. Want a cozy place? Make your way to the nearby St. Augustine Beach. Soak sun and unwind with the cool breeze that kisses the seashore. If you’re up for a spook, consider a haunted history stroll—among many other bookable activities in this great city! If you are bitten by the history bug, spend some time at the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park. Animal lovers can’t skip St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park.

4. Fort Myers Beach

Fort Myers Beach finds its name in every list of romantic places to visit in Florida. It has magnificent oceanside views, crystal-clear water, and miles of beach. Looking for some recreation and relaxation. Fort Myers’ Lovers Key State Park has got you covered. If you are a beverage lover, explore local craft brew and distillery scene at List Distillery or Point Ybel Brewing Company. Watching the sunset and local fisherman on Fort Myers Pier is the favorites of many. The beach also offers an array of cruising options: sunset cruise, dolphin-watching cruise, and so on.

5. Palm Beach

Palm Beach, separated from the mainland by the Lake Worth Lagoon, is famous for its glitzy estates and beaches, including the long, sandy Palm Beach Municipal Beach. Usher in an unforgettable shopping and dining experience. Taking a stroll along the famous Worth Avenue, otherwise known as the “Rodeo Drive of the East Coast” interests many. Unwind with your beloved at the beaches. Taste the food and local culture with a Palm Beach Food Tour.

6. Lake Wales

Seek blessings and refuge of nature to make your romantic getaway unforgettable. The landscape is so beautiful that to many, it may sound like an impressive painting on canvas. Wondering how to get to the place? Venture inland to the town of Lake Wales. The Fairytale-like Bok Tower Gardens gives you access to a world of flora, including color palettes of seasonal flowers, acres of flowering foliage, and the historical Singing Tower. After that dose of storybook relaxation, explore the headwaters of the Florida Everglades with an airboat tour.

7. Vero Beach

The beaches in Vero Beach are part of Florida’s Treasure Coast. Exploring tropical marshes being on an airboat tour is the favorite of visitors. The marshy area is home to a wide range of flora and fauna. Enjoy yummy seafood at a nearby restaurant. The area has many fine-dining options along with a popular Riverside Theatre. Places of historical significance like Driftwood Inn, Hallstrom House, Old Indian River County Courthouse, Judge Henry F. Gregory House, Maher Building and McKee Jungle Gardens, Pueblo Arcade and Royal Park Arcade are worth exploring.