{"id":31383,"date":"2023-03-23T23:17:01","date_gmt":"2023-03-24T04:17:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/world\/?p=31383"},"modified":"2025-08-25T07:27:36","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T12:27:36","slug":"5-of-the-most-scenic-drives-to-take-on-your-next-florida-road-trip-with-videos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/world\/31383\/5-of-the-most-scenic-drives-to-take-on-your-next-florida-road-trip-with-videos\/","title":{"rendered":"5 of the Most Scenic Drives to Take on Your Next Florida Road Trip (With Videos!)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Florida is flourishing with natural beauty and breathtaking sites, from the enchanting white sand beaches to the vast wetlands and lush forests. To truly appreciate the abundant beauty of the Sunshine State, there’s no better way than to embark on a road trip along its breathtaking highways with your family. Here is a closer look at five of the most picturesque must-see drives in Florida, from the famous Seven Mile Bridge to the lesser-known Green Mountain Scenic Byway <\/span><\/p>\n

1. US-1: From Key Largo to Key West <\/h2>\n

One of the most scenic routes you can take in Florida is US-1 from Key Largo to Key West. This 110-mile drive splits the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. Along the way, you’ll cross over 42 bridges, including the famous <\/span>Seven Mile Bridge<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n

If you look closely, you may even see dolphins graciously swimming alongside you or catch a manatee hanging out above the water. This famous bridge also allows easy access for pedestrians to walk, bike, rollerblade, and even fish. <\/span><\/p>\n

Along the drive, pass through charming coastal towns like Islamorada and Marathon. Be sure to make time to stop and enjoy the many natural and cultural attractions, like the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, the Florida Keys History and Discovery Center, and the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. A1A: from Amelia Island to St. Augustine <\/h2>\n

Another scenic route to consider for your Florida road trip is A1A from Amelia Island to St. Augustine. On this 40-mile, you get to explore more of the beautiful Atlantic coastline. The drive begins at the historic town of Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island, where you can take a stroll along the picturesque harbor, explore the local cuisine in the historic district, or visit the Amelia Island Lighthouse, the state\u2019s oldest lighthouse. <\/span><\/p>\n

As you continue south, you’ll pass by several state parks and wildlife preserves, including the Fort Clinch State Park<\/a> and the<\/span> Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research<\/span> Reserve<\/span>.<\/span> Take a minute to hike, bike, bird watch, or relax somewhere in the 73,000-acre preservation. <\/span><\/p>\n

Along the way, you can also stop at quaint beach towns like Ponte Vedra Beach and Vilano Beach, and explore the historic sites and cultural attractions in America\u2019s oldest city, St. Augustine. This city is full of historical museums that transport you back in time and reveals what life was like in Old Florida. This drive supplies so many opportunities to stop and smell the roses that life has to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch this video to get a glimpse:<\/p>\n