Exploring Florida

From rockets to rainforests, Florida is the ultimate classroom without walls. A student trip to the Sunshine State offers rich educational experiences in history, science, the arts, and the environment. Whether you're launching into space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, diving into marine biology in the Keys, or stepping back in time in St. Augustine, Florida blends learning and adventure like no other destination. With world-class attractions, hands-on STEM opportunities, and plenty of sunshine, it’s the perfect place to spark curiosity and bring your curriculum to life.

Historical & Government Sites

  • Castillo de San Marcos (St. Augustine)
    The oldest masonry fort in the continental U.S., great for exploring early colonial history and military defense.

  • St. Augustine Historic District
    America’s oldest continuously occupied European-settled city—ideal for lessons on Spanish exploration, colonial life, and architecture.

  • Key West Shipwreck Museum & Historic Seaport
    Dive into maritime history, economics, and the salvaging industry.

  • The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum (Key West)
    Literature and history blend in the famous author’s former residence.

  • Florida State Capitol (Tallahassee)
    Tours offer students insights into state government and lawmaking.

Arts & Culture

  • Ringling Museum of Art (Sarasota)
    Features classical European art, circus history, and beautiful architecture—great for cross-curricular enrichment.

  • Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM)
    Modern and contemporary art with a focus on international perspectives, especially Latin American and Caribbean artists.

  • Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts (Orlando)
    Student matinees and workshops are available for music, dance, and theater programs.

  • Wynwood Walls (Miami)
    An urban art experience featuring some of the world’s top street and graffiti artists—ideal for visual arts and cultural discussions.

STEM-Focused Stops

  • Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex (Cape Canaveral)
    A must-see for STEM learning—featuring rocket launches, astronaut experiences, space history, and interactive engineering exhibits.

  • EPCOT (Disney World – Orlando)
    Behind-the-scenes educational tours focused on innovation, energy, agriculture, and world cultures.

  • Orlando Science Center
    Hands-on science and tech exhibits in physics, biology, engineering, and environmental science.

  • Museum of Discovery and Science (Fort Lauderdale)
    Features space exhibits, robotics, aviation, and ecosystems.

  • The Florida Aquarium (Tampa)
    Offers STEM-focused programs in marine biology, conservation, and coastal science.

  • Frost Science Museum (Miami)
    Includes a planetarium, aquarium, and advanced exhibits on physics, tech, and the human body.

Outdoor / Eco-Education

  • Everglades National Park
    Airboat or walking tours with ranger-led programs on wetlands ecology, wildlife, and environmental preservation.

  • Crystal River / Homosassa Springs
    Swim with manatees and learn about freshwater ecosystems, endangered species, and conservation efforts.

  • Dry Tortugas National Park (Key West by ferry)
    Combines marine ecology, coastal geology, and Civil War-era history at Fort Jefferson.

  • MarineLab (Key Largo)
    Hands-on marine biology programs including snorkeling, water quality testing, and coastal ecology labs.

  • Gumbo Limbo Nature Center (Boca Raton)
    Sea turtle rehab, mangrove walks, and hands-on learning for environmental science students.

  • Disney’s Animal Kingdom (Orlando)
    Offers guided educational experiences focused on wildlife conservation, animal behavior, and global ecology.

 

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