Tallahassee Holidays

Your Tallahassee holiday will be filled with lots of visits to historical sites. The city is something of a hub for arts and culture, boasting more than 24 galleries and 15 museums. Make sure you visit the Florida Historic State Capital Museum. Lovingly restored to its 1902 grandeur with stained-glass dome and candy-striped awnings, it houses exhibits on Florida’s political history as well as the former House and Senate Chambers, Supreme Court and Governor’s Suite.

Another must-see is the Jack Hadley Black History Museum, which was established in 1995 to educate visitors about the history and culture of African Americans. Alternatively, why not take a guided tour of the Mission San Luis de Apalachee? Dating back to 1633, this US National Landmark was once home to Spanish and Apalachee Native American residents.

Make sure to pack your hiking shoes for your Tallahassee holiday, as it’s actually the hilliest spot in Florida. More than 700 miles of trails criss-cross this place, which is famed for its rolling red hills. And, with its highest peak approximately 200 feet above sea level, it’s perfect for lovers of the great outdoors.

Your trip to Tallahassee can be filled with plenty of activities, such as mountain biking, horse riding, bird-watching and fishing. Or you could simply walk along many of the city’s breathtaking trails. Soak up the Florida sun as you explore Lake Ella and Fred Drake Park, or walk stroll around the Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park. And make time to visit Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park, which combines nature and history.

Your break to Tallahassee has plenty for the whole family to enjoy. You could take the kids to Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park. Or spend a day at Tallahassee Museum where you and the whole family can enjoy a range of sites and activities, including tree-to-tree zip-lining.

If you fancy something a little different, why not visit the Antique Car Museum? Elsewhere, music-lovers should catch some live performances at the Bradfordville Blues Club.

Shopaholics will be happy, too. Hit the shops for some retail therapy, as you go in search of funky finds and vintage treasures in Railroad Square, or browse Market Square’s bespoke boutiques. This area has many shopping districts, each offering independent bookshops, craft galleries and vintage shops – so you’re guaranteed to find that special gift to take home.

Although most of Florida remains balmy throughout the year, it’s best to plan your Tallahassee holiday for spring or autumn. You can enjoy warm-weather activities between April and May, or late September to early November. During spring, you can expect lovely temperatures around 26^oC , while the mercury drops to about 23^oC in autumn.

It’s best to avoid visiting Tallahassee during the long, hot summer – June through to early September – as temperatures often soar above 30^oC. Winter isn’t a great time to go, either. Due to Tallahassee’s northwest location in Florida, it tends to get pretty cold – it’s actually known as one of the coldest places in Florida. That said, though, it’s only snowed seven times in Tallahassee’s history. So you can probably leave your thermals at home!