Central West Coast Florida

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

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

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
UAV shot of neighborhood near Clearwater Florida with cityscape and green environment by drone

Trinity

The restaurants and lake views are a few reasons travelers visit Trinity. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Lake Tarpon and Silver Dollar Golf Club 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
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Bayonet Point

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
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 P6,737 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
P6,737
P7,478 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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! (1,378 reviews)
Friendly staff, clean room, good breakfast

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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 P6,696 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
P6,696
P7,499 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
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! (1,154 reviews)
The entire experience was outstanding! Definitely will be back!

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites New Port Richey Downtown District
Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center

Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center

3 out of 5
5316 Us Highway 19 New Port Richey FL
The price is P5,179 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
P5,179
P5,800 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Port Richey. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
Nice room for the price.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center
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Three Sisters Cottages

Three Sisters Cottages

4 out of 5
754 NE 3rd Ave Crystal River FL
Stay at this apartment in Crystal River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Spring Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Cozy apartment close to everything. Super-friendly owners. We loved the bicycles to explore the area

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Beautiful spring water, perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding!

Weeki Wachee Springs

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

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

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

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

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

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
Sunrise over a Florida Wetland

Cross City

Sponge Diver at Docks in Tarpon Springs

Tarpon Springs

Cotee River New Port Richey Florida Aerial View

New Port Richey

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Zephyrhills

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