Tallahassee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tallahassee
Tallahassee
Tallahassee
Tallahassee
Tallahassee

The capital of Florida combines the spirit of a college town with the culture of a true metropolis. Browse museums and galleries and join locals at a football game.

Tallahassee may be the capital city of Florida, but at heart it is a college town. It is home to both Florida State University and Florida A&M University and several other college branches. During football games, Tallahassee becomes a sea of garnet and gold, and roars from Bobby Bowden Field at Doak Campbell Stadium can be heard throughout the city.

Immerse yourself in local culture at one of the city’s many museums. The Florida Historic Capitol Museum is the original capitol building of Tallahassee. Although the state government has moved to a newer building, the original Capitol Museum has been meticulously restored to preserve it for generations to come. Tour the exhibits and learn about Florida’s political and governmental history.

Admire classic cars and vehicles from television series, including Batman, at the Tallahassee Automobile and Collectibles Museum. The museum also has a diverse range of other exhibits, from rare Steinway pianos, to a doll collection, to Native American artifacts. 

The Tallahassee Museum of History and Natural Science is an oasis tucked away in the centre of the city. The Natural Habitat section is home to several native species, such as panthers and red wolves. Take an exhilarating ride through treetops and over swamps on the ropes course in the Tallahassee Tree to Tree Adventures section.

Pick up souvenirs and mementoes of your visit to Tallahassee at Railroad Square Art Park, a group of studios and galleries.

Fly into Tallahassee Regional Airport, a 15-minute drive from downtown. Or, drive into town via one of the major highways that connect Tallahassee with other major cities, such as Georgia, located 14 miles (22.5 kilometres) north.

Tallahassee enjoys a cooler climate than the rest of Florida. Winters can dip down to freezing point, while fall and spring are fairly mild. Its beautiful weather and collegiate atmosphere make Tallahassee a fun place to visit any time of year.

Where to stay in Tallahassee

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Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, The Centre of Tallahassee and Lake Ella Park are top sights worth seeing.

Midtown
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College Town

When in College Town, you can plan a visit to Railroad Square Art Park and Mike Martin Field at Dick Howser Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

College Town
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Capitol Hill

While visiting Capitol Hill, you might make a stop by sights like New Capitol Building and Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail.

Capitol Hill
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Killearn Estates

While Killearn Estates isn't home to many top sights, Alfred B. Maclay State Gardens and Tallahassee Automobile Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Killearn Estates
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Old Town Tallahassee

While there might not be top attractions in Old Town Tallahassee, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tallahassee Downtown Market and Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail.

Old Town Tallahassee
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Governor's Walk

While Governor's Walk may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tallahassee Downtown Market and Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail.

Governor's Walk
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