Old Florida Trail

One-Day, Self-Guided, Mystery Road Trips
Step back in time and explore the charm of old Florida. Delightful small towns, local fare, and picturesque trails await you on this adventure.

Trip Highlights
— Visit 'blink-and-you'll-miss-it' charming, small towns
— Delightful local sweets & eats
— A number of short picturesque trails
— A botanical garden that dreams are made of

Available to Depart
This trip is available year-round and can be done on any day. A couple of suggestions are closed on Sunday, but alternative options are always available.

Suggested For:
— Families
— History Buffs
— Couples
— Active Seniors

Itinerary
Stop 1:
Your first stop brings you through three blink-and-you'll-miss-it towns that have seemingly been frozen in time. Drive time to the second stop is 7 minutes.

Stop 2:
Next up is the chance to dine at a local eatery, pick up a new treasure at an antique shop, and drive around admiring the beauty of this forgotten town. Drive time to the third stop is 5 minutes.

Stop 3:
Stretch your legs at one of eight trails in a park that showcases the beauty and history of the area. Drive time to the fourth stop is 20 minutes.

Stop 4:
Choose from a quick walk around a truly unique destination or explore a local botanical garden.

Can Depart From:
— Orlando Area
— Gainesville Area
— Jacksonville Area

What You'll Need to Bring:
— Cash
— Walking shoes
— Reusable shopping bags
— Water
— Camera

Additional Details:
— Kid-friendly

Approximate Driving Distances:
— From Orlando: 3 hours and 40 minutes / 229 miles
— From Tampa: 4 hours and 10 minutes / 264 miles
— From Jacksonville: 3 hours and 39 minutes / 187 miles
— From Tallahassee: 3 hours and 20 minutes / 337 miles
*We recommend booking an overnight hotel if the driving distance is greater than 4 hours round-trip.

When Can I Use This Trip?
This trip is available year-round and can be done on any day. A couple of suggestions are closed on Sunday, but we always suggest an alternative option.

When Should We Leave?
We recommend leaving between 9:00 and 9:30 am. The later you leave, the less time you may have to complete all of the stops.

How Many People Can I Bring?
We recommend bringing up to 5 people on your surprise road trip. If you're bringing a larger group, we highly recommend having one person in charge of booking reservations at the restaurants and attractions in advance. In your confirmation email, you'll receive a copy of the itinerary.