Friday, July 30, 2010

Free Friday Five -- Five Free Things to Do in Florida

Florida is filled with things to do and see that don't cost anything. Here are five ideas for a day trip that have free admission:

1. Fort Matanzas, St. Augustine. Historic fort. Visit during "Living History Day" for a free re-enactment with musket demonstrations and cannon firings. Living History Days are Aug. 7, Sept. 11, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 11. For hours and directions, visit Fort Mantanza's web site.

2. Orlando Brewing Company, Orlando. Free brewery tours Monday through Saturday at 6 p.m.

3. National Naval Aviation Museum, Pensacola. Bi-planes, vintage uniforms and other exhibits. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week.

4. Okeeheelee Nature Center, West Palm Beach. About 2.5 miles of nature trails.

5. Tampa Electric Manatee Viewing Center, Tampa. See manatees swimming in the wild and exhibits. Open Nov. 1 through April 15.

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