This is a given, which is why I'm making this my first post on cheap Florida daytrips. The beach is the ultimate free day. The best part is that there is a beach within driving distance of virtually every place in Florida.
Surfers prefer the Atlantic coastline, while those on the Gulf side (when there isn't a gigantic oil spill to avoid) love the warm, waveless waters that almost feels like you are stepping into a bathtub.
Tips: Visit a less touristy beach such as those found along the Treasure Coast in Vero Beach and Fort Pierce for quiet solitude. Wabasso Beach in Indian River County is a public Atlantic Coast beach with a lifeguard located right next door to the more pricey Vero Beach Disney Resort. Only difference is the price -- free. And free parking that is usually plentiful. On the other side of the coast, beaches in Indian Shores don't seem crowded. There is public parking along Clearwater and Indian Shores beaches, but space is limited, so prepare to drive around looking for an empty spot during the hot summer months.
Pack a lunch and cooler with drinks. Bring some boogie boards that Wal-Mart sells for under $20. (Boogie boards are optional. I've never bought one and always had fun on the beach.) And you have an inexpensive day out with the family.
Just don't forget the sunblock.
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