You're Going to Love Tallahassee
The capital city of Tallahassee is located on Florida's northern pan handle and is known for its abundance of parks and green spaces that offer endless opportunities for hiking, skating, fishing, and rowing.
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Tallahassee
1. Apalachicola National Forest
In Florida's second-largest National Park you can enjoy canoeing, fishing, and hiking.
2. Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park
This 1,200-acre park features manicured gardens and historic sites as well as many water sport activities.
3. Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park
This landmark is named after the last successful confederate battle fought here during the Civil War.
4. Tallahassee Skate Park
Practice your skateboarding skills at this facility offering 26,000 square feet of ramps and varied platforms.
5. Museum of Florida History
This building houses artifacts, exhibits, and stories that provide visitors fascinating insight into Florida's history.
When to Visit Tallahassee
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The best time to visit Tallahassee is in March or April before the summer humidity sets in and tourists flock to the state's many parks and watering holes.
How to Get to Tallahassee
Plane
Tallahassee International Airport (TLH) is located five miles outside of the city center. The most common way to travel into town is by car, with Highway 263 connecting you from the airport to central Tallahassee.
Train
After Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the Tallahassee train station was closed. Plans are being made to reopen the station in coming years.
Car
The I-75N and I-10W will take you from Florida's popular Orlando destination to downtown Tallahassee in around four hours.
Bus
Greyhound, Megabus, and Busbud all offer routes from Orlando to Tallahassee, which take around 6.5 hours. One-way tickets range from $15-30.
Airlines serving Tallahassee
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How to Get Around Tallahassee
Public Transportation
StarMetro buses operate around most places within the city including transfers. One-way tickets cost $1.50.
Taxi
Taxis are not as common as in other cities, and should be reserved beforehand when needed. Tariffs start at $2.50 with a standard inner-city fare costing $15.
Car
Rental car prices start at $25 a day and can be picked up from the airport, bus station, or downtown.
Car rental agencies in Tallahassee
The Cost of Living in Tallahassee
Shopping Streets
Railroad Square Art Park hosts many studios and small shops selling art and other local handicrafts, with live music and food offered on the first Friday of the month. Governor's Square is the main shopping mall, located downtown.
Groceries and Other
Whole Foods Market, Earth Fare, and Publix are the three main food shopping markets. A dozen eggs costs $3.
Where to Eat in Tallahassee
Coosh's Bayou Rouge offers Cajun-influenced seafood typical of the Northern Florida region. Meals including a beer and a large plate of Gumbo cost around $15.