Sun-Kissed Surprises

One-Day, Self-Guided, Mystery Road Trips
Get ready to feel the ocean breeze in your hair! We've recommended multiple beaches and the cutest colorful towns full of local shops, walks, and eateries.

Trip Highlights
— Three beach recommendations. One even has a haunted past!
— Gorgeous botanical gardens ($)
— Independent restaurants and shops
— A funky photo op with a connection to the FBI

Available to Depart
This trip can be done on any day throughout the year.

Suggested For
— Families
— Beach bums
— Couples
— Leisurely road trippers

Itinerary
Stop 1:
We've recommended two great spots to fuel up in this adorable historic town, so grab a sweet treat to enjoy ocean side. Drive time to the second stop is 15 minutes.

Stop 2:
Relaxing on a beach or an easy boardwalk trail - the choice is yours! Drive time to the third stop is 20 minutes.

Stop 3:
Enjoy a low-key lunch and a bit of shopping in an area with a unique connection to an iconic brother duo. Drive time to the fourth stop is 5 minutes.

Stop 4:
Still feel like being a beach bum? We've got you covered. If you want to change things up, wander through gorgeous botanical gardens ($) to end the day.

Can Depart From:
— Tampa Area
— Lakeland Area

What You'll Need to Bring:
— Cash
— Bathing suit
— Walking shoes
— Camera
— Beach towel
— Sunscreen
— Reusable shopping bags
— Water

Additional Details:
— Accessible
— Kid-Friendly

Approximate Driving Distances:
— From Tampa: 2 hours and 55 minutes / 139 miles
— From Fort Myers*: 3 hours and 55 minutes / 196 miles
— From Lakeland: 3 hours and 40 minutes / 182 miles
— From Orlando*: 5 hours / 280 miles
*We recommend booking an overnight hotel if the driving distance is greater than 4 hours round-trip.

— This trip can be done any day of the week, year-round.

— We do not recommend traveling on holidays.

— We recommend leaving anytime between 7:30 - 8:00 am. The later you leave, the less time you may have to complete all of the stops.

— Parking at our first stop can be difficult if you arrive later than 10 am, so please be aware and time your departure accordingly!

— Unfortunately, this trip is not dog friendly. You will have to leave your furry friend at home for the day!

— We recommended bringing up to 5 people on your surprise road trip.

— If you're bringing a larger group, we highly recommend having one person in charge of booking reservations at restaurants and attractions in advance. Please see the previous page for a copy of the digital itinerary.