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Dec 4, 2020
ripley's museum in palm coast

A vacation to the wonderful town of Palm Coast, FL guarantees you’ll have plenty of activities and sites to enjoy, all of which are suitable for the entire family. Keep reading to learn more about why it is quickly becoming a top destination spot for families like yours!

Graham Swamp Preserve

These swamplands are made up of over 3000 acres of protected land and have plenty of trails and man-made boardwalks that allow you to explore by walking or even biking. One particular bike trail called “The Swamp” is seven miles long and will help you burn some calories while you take in the beauty of the wilderness around you.

Other popular activities in this preserve include hiking and fishing. If your family loves to fish, remember that you need a valid fishing license regardless of whether or not you’re a Florida resident.

The Pirate and Treasure Museum

Nearby Palm Coast in a town called St. Augustine, a popular attraction called The Pirate and Treasure Museum draws visitors from all over the state and country.

Your family will get the chance to see actual artifacts from real pirates and pirate ships that date back many centuries. Guided tours also show you exhibits and history behind famous pirates and the crazy world they lived in.

The Pirate Melee

Also in St. Augustine is this new and fun attraction. The Pirate Melee is a next level touring experience, as your family will be guided and entertained by performers in full pirate attire.

The tour is very interactive and popular with kids. It lasts approximately 45 minutes in length and is followed by live shows and plenty of food and beverage options.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not

This world-famous attraction will have your entire family fascinated and sometimes not sure if what you’re seeing is real! The Ripley’s Believe It or Not museum combines the wacky and mysterious into one incredible destination.

To add to the fun, Ripley’s also has a mini-golf course and several tours, particularly a ghost tour, that can get pretty spooky. It packs up on weekends so try to arrive there early, or if possible, go on a weekday when it isn’t as busy.

Tomoka Marsh State Aquatic Preserve

Boating, kayaking, and fishing are just a few of the many activities available at The Tomoka Marsh Aquatic Preserve. The preserve is also the largest manatee habitat in the state and gives families a chance to catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures.

Marineland

A trip to Marineland will leave a lasting memory allowing you to get up close and personal with some friendly dolphins. Your family will have the opportunity to swim alongside these amazing mammals and even take part in a feeding session. Kids who are 13 years and older have the option of taking part in a dolphin training session.

Driving your family in a Ford means you’re in for a smooth and dependable ride! Call Palm Coast Ford today and book a test drive with any one of our certified used and new Ford vehicles.