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Indiana to Florida Road Trip Itinerary

Indiana to Florida Road Trip Overview

Begin your journey in Indiana with a visit to the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum to experience the rich history of American motorsport. Head south to explore the subterranean wonders of Mammoth Cave National Park, where guided tours reveal vast cave passages and above-ground trails offer scenic river and forest views. Continue into the Appalachian region and spend time in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with Cades Cove providing iconic mountain vistas, historic homesteads, and abundant wildlife viewing. Journey farther southeast to the grand Biltmore Estate Gardens and Grounds in Asheville to admire Gilded Age architecture and expansive landscaped gardens. Then soak in Southern charm in Savannah’s Historic District, strolling Forsyth Park and its oak-lined squares. Head to St. Augustine to explore the Castillo de San Marcos and the city’s cobblestone streets steeped in Spanish colonial history. In Florida, immerse yourself in the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex with spacecraft exhibits and astronaut encounters, and finish with a nature-focused visit to Shark Valley in Everglades National Park to see alligators, wading birds, and sweeping sawgrass marshes. This itinerary blends history, natural wonders, outdoor recreation, and cultural experiences for a varied and memorable road trip from Indiana to Florida.


Recommended Activities

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    Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum

    Home to the Indianapolis 500 and a world-class collection of racing cars and memorabilia, the museum offers a deep dive into motorsport history, interactive exhibits, and the chance to experience the famous Brickyard atmosphere—appealing to racing fans and history buffs alike.
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    Mammoth Cave National Park

    The longest cave system in the world features extensive guided cave tours, stunning karst geology, and above-ground hiking, wildlife viewing, and river activities—perfect for adventure seekers, geology enthusiasts, and families who enjoy unique subterranean landscapes.
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    Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Cades Cove)

    Cades Cove provides iconic Appalachian scenery, abundant wildlife viewing (black bears, deer), historic homesteads, and scenic drives and bike paths. It’s ideal for visitors seeking mountain vistas, nature photography, and a peaceful, historically rich outdoor experience.
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    Biltmore Estate Gardens and Grounds

    America’s largest privately owned home set within extensive formal gardens and parkland offers grand Gilded Age architecture, seasonal horticultural displays, scenic walking trails, and vineyard views—appealing to history, architecture, and garden enthusiasts.
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    Savannah Historic District (Forsyth Park)

    A beautifully preserved Southern city center featuring oak-lined squares, antebellum architecture, and Forsyth Park’s iconic fountain; it provides strollable streets, art and cultural sites, charming shops, and a strong sense of historic ambiance and hospitality.
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    St. Augustine Historic District (Castillo de San Marcos)

    Home to the nation’s oldest masonry fort, the Castillo de San Marcos, the district combines Spanish colonial history, cobblestone streets, museums, and waterfront views—ideal for history lovers and travelers seeking well-preserved historic character and storytelling.
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    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

    Offers immersive spaceflight exhibits, real spacecraft and artifacts, astronaut encounters, and the chance to witness launches—perfect for space enthusiasts, families, and anyone inspired by science, exploration, and technological achievement.
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    Everglades National Park (Shark Valley)

    Features a raised tram and bike trail with excellent wildlife viewing (alligators, wading birds), expansive sawgrass marshes, and interpretive programs—ideal for visitors seeking close-up encounters with unique subtropical ecosystems and nature photography opportunities.
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Restaurants

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    St. Augustine Fish Camp (St. Augustine, FL)

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    St. Augustine Fish Camp (St. Augustine, FL)

    Celebrated for its fresh, locally sourced seafood and relaxed waterfront setting—great for sampling regional coastal flavors after exploring the historic district.
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    The Grey (Savannah, GA)

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    The Grey (Savannah, GA)

    Housed in a restored 1930s Greyhound terminal, this acclaimed restaurant features inventive Southern cuisine and elevated regional dishes—offers a memorable dining experience in Savannah’s Historic District.
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    Cúrate (Asheville, NC)

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    Cúrate (Asheville, NC)

    Known for outstanding Spanish tapas and vibrant flavors, Cúrate is a must-visit for food lovers exploring the Asheville/Biltmore area—perfect for sharing small plates after touring the estate.
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    The Floridian (St. Augustine/nearby, FL)

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    The Floridian (St. Augustine/nearby, FL)

    Celebrated for its Southern comfort food with a modern twist and commitment to local ingredients—ideal for tasting contemporary regional cuisine along the route.
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    Blue Door Kitchen & Garden (Athens, GA area stopover)

    Blue Door Kitchen & Garden (Athens, GA area stopover)

    Farm-to-table dining with a focus on seasonal Southern dishes and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere—great for a wholesome meal during your drive through the Southeast.
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Hotels

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    Omni Grove Park Inn (Asheville, NC)

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    Omni Grove Park Inn (Asheville, NC)

    Historic, luxury resort with stunning mountain views, extensive spa facilities, and easy access to the Biltmore Estate—great for a restful, upscale stopover in the Blue Ridge.
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    The DeSoto (Savannah, GA)

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    The DeSoto (Savannah, GA)

    Centrally located historic hotel offering comfortable rooms and rooftop pool near Forsyth Park and the Historic District—ideal for exploring Savannah on foot.
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    Casa Monica Resort & Spa (St. Augustine, FL)

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    Casa Monica Resort & Spa (St. Augustine, FL)

    A restored Spanish Revival landmark hotel in the heart of the historic district with elegant rooms and easy access to Castillo de San Marcos and local attractions.
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    Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront (near Kennedy Space Center, FL)

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    Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront (near Kennedy Space Center, FL)

    Oceanfront hotel offering beach access and convenient driving distance to the Kennedy Space Center—good for pairing coastal relaxation with a space-tour visit.
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    Everglades City Historic Inn (Everglades gateway area, FL)

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    Everglades City Historic Inn (Everglades gateway area, FL)

    Charming, well-located option for exploring the Everglades with easy access to Shark Valley excursions and airboat tours—offers a relaxed base near the park.
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Local Events & Happenings

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    TRIAL BY FIRE: Tribute to Journey

    TRIAL BY FIRE: Tribute to Journey

    Experience the Journey Tour That Never Was! Join Trial by Fire: Tribute to Journey as they bring to life the 1996 Trial by Fire Tour that never happened. In 1996, Journey reunited with legendary frontman Steve Perry and released Trial by Fire, their ...
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    Charlie Starr

    Charlie Starr

    Charlie Starr is the vocalist and lead guitarist of Blackberry Smoke, an American rock & roll band well known for their blend of country, blues and rock. Born in Lanett, AL, Starr?s passion for music was ignited from an early age, influenced by the r...
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    Twitty & Lynn: A Salute to Conway & Loretta

    Twitty & Lynn: A Salute to Conway & Loretta

    There?s a moment right at the very beginning of any Twitty & Lynn show that affords country music fans the chance to look back in time. Just after the band has played the signature intro to ?Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man,? Tre Twitty and Tayla Lyn...
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    William Lee Martin - Seemed Smart at the Time Tour

    William Lee Martin - Seemed Smart at the Time Tour

    For nearly 30 years, William Lee Martin has been making America laugh with his fast-paced, ?PG?in 1985? brand of comedy?fun, a little edgy, but never filthy. His new tour, Red Dirt Comedy Presents: William Lee Martin ? Seemed Smart at the Time, deliv...
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    Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart

    Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart

    In this a-MEOW-zing musical show, Gabby unboxes a special acorn that needs the magical touch of a rainbow to grow. But when CatRat causes a color cat-astrophe and breaks the rainbow, Gabby and the Gabby Cats must find the colors again to set things r...
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    Fake It to Make It

    Fake It to Make It

    Since 2016, Fake It to Make It (FITMI) has been SafeHomes? signature fundraising event, raising over $1.4 million to support our mission of transforming victims of domestic violence into survivors. Nearly every year, the show has sold out?and in 2024...
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    Wild Kratts Live 2.0: Activate Creature Power!

    Wild Kratts Live 2.0: Activate Creature Power!

    The Wild Kratts LIVE! stage show that has kids across North America buzzing is back with an ALL-NEW show: "Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0: Activate Creature Power!" Get ready to dive into another classic Wild Kratts adventure with the Kratt brothers as they co...
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Travel Gems from Reddit

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    ... Miami -> Orlando -> Jacksonville/St Augustine -> Savannah -> Atlanta -> Nashville -> Memphis -> Birmingham -> Jackson -> New Orleans -> Gulf Shores -> Panhandle area of Fl...

    Interesting or best spots to stop on Florida and Deep South Road Trip

    ... Miami -> Orlando -> Jacksonville/St Augustine -> Savannah -> Atlanta -> Nashville -> Memphis -> Birmingham -> Jackson -> New Orleans -> Gulf Shores -> Panhandle area of Fl...

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    One cool area would be blue ridge, pisgah national forest,Asheville, Charleston OR if looking for more southern coastal, say Jekyll island, st Augustine- cross to the panhandl...

    Planning a road trip around the southeast US during fall break and wondering where I should visit in this area?

    One cool area would be blue ridge, pisgah national forest,Asheville, Charleston OR if looking for more southern coastal, say Jekyll island, st Augustine- cross to the panhandl...

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    After eating, drop by the Savannah Candy Kitchen for snacks, especially the praline pecans. Buy them there and skip the nasty ones at Buccee's. Just know you'll get ...

    Roadtrip VA to FL: where to stop

    After eating, drop by the Savannah Candy Kitchen for snacks, especially the praline pecans. Buy them there and skip the nasty ones at Buccee's. Just know you'll get ...

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    I would also recommend Everglades National Park. Its crazy. You can literally walk on paths where alligators are hanging around - they look like tire treads at first. Take a s...

    Recommendations and advice for four week road-trip in Florida and Deep South

    I would also recommend Everglades National Park. Its crazy. You can literally walk on paths where alligators are hanging around - they look like tire treads at first. Take a s...

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    Savannah. Its small enough, if you dont have a lot of time its a perfect place to get some food. ... St. Augustine! Its south of Jacksonville.

    Weekend road trip to Florida. Looking for one (1) cool stop!

    Savannah. Its small enough, if you dont have a lot of time its a perfect place to get some food. ... St. Augustine! Its south of Jacksonville.

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    Hit Castillo de San Marcos in st Augustine. There's a great Taco place called Burrito Works. Get the UFO Taco baja style. Flagger/Ormond is a great area to swim at the be...

    Florida Road Trip

    Hit Castillo de San Marcos in st Augustine. There's a great Taco place called Burrito Works. Get the UFO Taco baja style. Flagger/Ormond is a great area to swim at the be...

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    16 votes, 31 comments. Hi I am planning a vacation for my family in December from NY. We are five people. 2 people can drive. One elderly person. We

    Charleston, Savannah, St Augustine and then Tampa. 10 day trip. Is this too ambitious?

    16 votes, 31 comments. Hi I am planning a vacation for my family in December from NY. We are five people. 2 people can drive. One elderly person. We

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    My suggestion would be head to Myrtle Beach, then roughly follow the coast down with stops in Charleston, South Carolina; Savannah, Georgia; Saint Augustine, Florida (oldest c...

    Virginia to Florida road trip - drive or fly?

    My suggestion would be head to Myrtle Beach, then roughly follow the coast down with stops in Charleston, South Carolina; Savannah, Georgia; Saint Augustine, Florida (oldest c...

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    Cape Canaveral if you like rockets at Kennedy space center. Its a day trip in itself, see if they have a rocket launch while youre there. Jupiter beach is amazing, they have B...

    Roadtrip Florida suggestions

    Cape Canaveral if you like rockets at Kennedy space center. Its a day trip in itself, see if they have a rocket launch while youre there. Jupiter beach is amazing, they have B...

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    Augustine, we had never visited Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, so this was high on our list of "Florida" experiences. It was magical! We have an America the Beautif...

    Florida Road-trip

    Augustine, we had never visited Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, so this was high on our list of "Florida" experiences. It was magical! We have an America the Beautif...

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    Stone crab season is over. If you find any on the menu they've been frozen and aren't fresh caught - which means everglades city doesn't really have a leg up on...

    Florida Road Trip

    Stone crab season is over. If you find any on the menu they've been frozen and aren't fresh caught - which means everglades city doesn't really have a leg up on...

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Music for Your Journey

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    Willie Nelson - On The Road Again - Live

    Willie Nelson - On The Road Again - Live

    An upbeat anthem about the joy of travel and being back on the highway — perfect for starting a road trip.
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    Rascal Flatts - Life is a Highway

    Rascal Flatts - Life is a Highway

    Energetic, driving tempo that matches long stretches of interstate and fuels a sense of adventure.
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    Eagles - Hotel California - 2013 Remaster

    Eagles - Hotel California - 2013 Remaster

    A classic, atmospheric track for twilight driving; its storytelling mood fits reflective moments on the road.
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    Eagles - Take It Easy - 2013 Remaster

    Eagles - Take It Easy - 2013 Remaster

    Laid-back, sunny vibe that complements scenic drives and carefree stops along the way.
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    Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros - Home

    Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros - Home

    Warm, rootsy song that evokes feelings of place and belonging — great for winding down after a day of exploring.
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    Lynyrd Skynyrd - Sweet Home Alabama

    Lynyrd Skynyrd - Sweet Home Alabama

    Southern rock staple that pairs well with traveling through the southeastern U.S. and adds regional flavor.
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    Rusted Root - Send Me on My Way

    Rusted Root - Send Me on My Way

    Upbeat, whimsical tune that brings a lighthearted, optimistic energy to daytime driving and sightseeing.
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    Led Zeppelin - Ramble On - 1990 Remaster

    Led Zeppelin - Ramble On - 1990 Remaster

    A melodic rock track about journeying and discovery, suitable for stretches of winding roads and mountain scenery.
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    Roger Miller - King Of The Road

    Roger Miller - King Of The Road

    Storytelling folk-country classic capturing the freedom of life on the road — great for relaxed highway cruising.
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    Simon & Garfunkel - Homeward Bound

    Simon & Garfunkel - Homeward Bound

    A reflective, melodic song about returning home that fits moments of contemplation toward the trip’s end.
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