Family Friendly Nature Day Trip from Kissimmee to Deerfield Beach

Day 1: Nature Adventure

Kissimmee, FL

7:30AM

Breakfast at 192 Cafe

Kickstart your day with a hearty breakfast at 192 Cafe, known for its delicious pancakes and fresh fruit, perfect for fueling your family for the day ahead.
Located just a few minutes from the center of Kissimmee, this café is easily accessible.
USD20, 1 hour

8:30AM

Visit the Kissimmee Lakefront Park

Explore the scenic Kissimmee Lakefront Park, offering beautiful walking trails, playgrounds, and picturesque views of the lake, ideal for a family stroll.
Drive about 10 minutes from the café to reach the park.
Free, 2 hours

10:30AM

Drive to Everglades National Park

Set off on a drive to Everglades National Park, one of the natural wonders of Florida, where your family can witness unique wildlife and stunning landscapes.
Continue on Florida's Turnpike South for about 1.5 hours to Everglades National Park.
USD30 (Entrance Fee), 1 hour

11:30AM

Trek the Anhinga Trail

Take a leisurely hike along the Anhinga Trail, which is an easy walk and offers chances to see alligators, turtles, and an array of bird species in their natural habitats.
Park your car at the visitor center and begin the trail.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Shark Valley Visitor Center

Enjoy a family-friendly lunch at the Shark Valley Visitor Center Café, which offers sandwiches, salads, and refreshing drinks to replenish your energy.
Head back to the Visitor Center to grab a bite to eat.
USD40, 1 hour

2:00PM

Take an Airboat Tour

Experience the thrill of an airboat tour through the Everglades, where your family can enjoy the speed and excitement while spotting wildlife in the swamps.
Book a tour in advance at one of the nearby airboat companies.
USD150 (for a family of four), 1 hour

3:30PM

Drive to Deerfield Beach

Enjoy a scenic drive to Deerfield Beach for your afternoon beach fun, eager to relax and unwind after an adventurous day in nature.
Travel about 1.5 hours north towards Deerfield Beach via I-95 S.
Free, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Relax at Deerfield Beach

Arrive at Deerfield Beach where your family can sink your toes into the soft sand and splash in the gentle waves, enjoying quality time together.
Park at one of the public beach access points.
Free, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at The Whale's Rib

Savor dinner at The Whale's Rib, a local favorite known for its seafood, especially the clam chowder and fish tacos that will delight everyone in the family.
Located just a short walk from the beach, perfect for a sunset stroll.
USD80, 1.5 hours

8:30PM

Stroll the Deerfield Beach Boardwalk

Finish your day with a relaxing stroll on the Deerfield Beach Boardwalk, taking in the evening breeze and enjoying the local shops and atmosphere.
Easily accessible from the restaurant.
Free, 1 hour
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