Central West Coast Florida, FL

Travel Guide

walking down the bridge of Baker park in Naples Florida in southwest Florida public park
walking down the bridge of Baker park in Naples Florida in southwest Florida public park
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A view of the karst window from inside the Devil's Den Spring. The cave has an underwater spring that stays at 72 degrees year round. You can snorkel or scuba dive inside. So far this has been my favorite experience in Florida!
Visiting the manatees at Three Sisters Springs. The water is stunning and you can even snorkel with them. The manatees come to the springs in the winter since the water temperature stays at 74 degrees.

Where to stay in Central West Coast Florida

Beautiful spring water, perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding!

Weeki Wachee

4/5(148 area reviews)

Unique features of Weeki Wachee include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Weeki Wachee Springs or Weeki Wachee Springs State Park while you're exploring the area.

Weeki Wachee
Crystal River is a coastal city in western Florida. Kings Bay, which is fed by springs, is home to the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, sheltering manatees year-round.

Springs at Kings Bay

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

While visiting Springs at Kings Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Spring Park.

Springs at Kings Bay
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Trinity

The restaurants and lake views are a few reasons travelers visit Trinity. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Lake Tarpon and Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center are a few top sights nearby.

Trinity
Aerial view of residential suburbs with private homes located on gulf coast near wildlife wetlands with green vegetation on sea shore.

Gulf Harbors

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gulf Harbors and surrounding area, you can visit Green Key Beach and Robert K Rees Memorial Park.

Gulf Harbors
Gasparilla Pirate Festival at Tampa Florida, Ballast Point pier Tampa

Bayonet Point

3.5/5(171 area reviews)

Shopping, waterfront views, and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Bayonet Point. Make a stop by Beacon Woods Golf Course while you're exploring.

Bayonet Point
Florida Keys Bay

Crystal Shores

Though Crystal Shores might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hunter Spring Park and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge.

Crystal Shores
Comfort Inn & Suites New Port Richey Downtown District

Comfort Inn & Suites New Port Richey Downtown District

2.5 out of 5
6206 US HWY 19 New Port Richey FL
The price is SAR 354 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
SAR 354
SAR 397 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Port Richey. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,136 reviews)
Everyone was friendly at check in and out, also at breakfast. Room was really big and clean. Super soft sheets and comfortable bed. Loved their blinds vs. curtains for light control.

Reviewed on 19 January 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites New Port Richey Downtown District
Days Inn by Wyndham Brooksville/Dade City

Days Inn by Wyndham Brooksville/Dade City

2 out of 5
6320 Windmere Rd Brooksville FL
The price is SAR 304 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
SAR 304
SAR 339 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf motel in Brooksville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
My room was very clean in the staff was very helpful and very friendly. And the breakfast was also very nice. Dining room was very clean. The hot food was hot and the cold food was cold. It was great.

Reviewed on 18 January 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Brooksville/Dade City
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
614 Nw Us Highway 19 Crystal River FL
The price is SAR 419 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
SAR 419
SAR 465 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Crystal River. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,352 reviews)
Clean room!

Reviewed on 18 January 2026

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Hernando Beach Gulf Access, Dock & Heated Pool

Hernando Beach Gulf Access, Dock & Heated Pool

2 out of 5
Hernando Beach FL
Stay at this vacation home in Spring Hill. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Weekiwachee Preserve and Bayport Park Pier are ...
Hernando Beach Gulf Access, Dock & Heated Pool
Little House, Cute, Cozy Artist Cottage

Little House, Cute, Cozy Artist Cottage

Cedar Key FL
Stay at this cottage in Cedar Key. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Cedar Key Historical Society Museum and Cedar Key ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (290 reviews)
The hosts were very welcoming and friendly. The house is cute and well kept. We had a great time.

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Little House, Cute, Cozy Artist Cottage
Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. Gulf access for scalloping

Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. Gulf access for scalloping

Spring Hill FL
Stay at this vacation home in Weeki Wachee Gardens. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bayport Park Pier and Bayport ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (297 reviews)
Absolutely amazing with lots of wildlife - otters manatees turtles dolphins and monkeys. We felt no need to go anywhere else our entire stay. One of the few places I’d book again.

Reviewed on 25 December 2025

Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. Gulf access for scalloping
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Popular places to visit

Beautiful spring water, perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding!

Weeki Wachee Springs

4.5/5(148 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Weeki Wachee Springs, a lovely green space in Spring Hill. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Weeki Wachee Springs
Florida manatee

Three Sisters Springs

4.5/5(60 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Three Sisters Springs during your travels in Crystal River.

Three Sisters Springs
Florida is known for their gorgeous springs. Rainbow Springs State Park is definitely one that is truly captivating. Read the full travel guide here: https://thewalkingmermaid.com/blog/rainbow-springs-state-park-florida

Rainbow Springs State Park

4.5/5(159 reviews)

You can take time to visit Rainbow Springs State Park during your travels to Dunnellon. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Rainbow Springs State Park
Beautiful kayaking rest stop on the Weeki Wachee River.

Weeki Wachee River

4/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Weeki Wachee River during your travels in Spring Hill. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Weeki Wachee River
View of the Rainbow River at Rainbow Springs State Park near Dunnellon, Florida

Rainbow River

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rainbow River during your travels in Dunnellon. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Rainbow River
United States, Florida, Citrus County, Crystal River, Fisherman at sunset at Fort Island Beach

Fort Island Gulf Beach

4.5/5(55 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Fort Island Gulf Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Crystal River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Fort Island Gulf Beach