Florida Cultural Immersion Itinerary

1. Day 1: The Ringling
   10 minutes (3.3 miles) from Downtown Sarasota

   Explore the art museum, galleries, circus exhibits, and mansion of the prominent Ringling family.

2. Day 2: Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
   20 minutes (6.5 miles) from Downtown Miami

   Step back in time and tour the stunningly preserved villa and gardens of the wealthy Deering family.

3. Day 3: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
   1 hour 30 minutes (68.8 miles) from Orlando

   Discover the past, present, and future of American space exploration with interactive exhibits and tours.

4. Day 4: HistoryMiami Museum
   5 minutes (0.4 miles) from Downtown Miami

   Learn about the diverse history and cultures of Miami through exhibits, artifacts, and educational programming.

5. Day 5: Castillo de San Marcos
   35 minutes (27.9 miles) from St. Augustine Beach

   Step inside the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States and learn about its storied past.

6. Day 6: The DalÍ Museum
   20 minutes (9.9 miles) from Downtown St. Petersburg

   Explore the world's most comprehensive collection of works by surrealist artist Salvador Dalí.

7. Day 7: The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
   10 minutes (3.3 miles) from Downtown Sarasota

   End your trip with an immersive experience of European art and architecture on the beautiful Gulf Coast.

Time and Costs Estimates

• The Ringling ($25, 2-3 hours)
• Vizcaya Museum and Gardens ($22, 1-2 hours)
• Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex ($57, 3-4 hours)
• HistoryMiami Museum ($10, 1-2 hours)
• Castillo de San Marcos ($15, 1-2 hours)
• The Dalí Museum ($25, 2-3 hours)
• The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art ($25, 2-3 hours)
Total Estimated Costs: $179-$196

Useful tips

To add more cultural destinations to your itinerary, consider visiting the Salvador Dalí Museum in nearby Ybor City, Tampa, or the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum in Key West.

If you have more time, take a scenic drive down the Overseas Highway to explore the unique art and culture of the Florida Keys.

For a shorter trip, consider prioritizing the Ringling and Vizcaya museums, or visiting the Kennedy Space Center and combining it with a beach day trip.