Florida Vacations - Tallahassee

Tallahassee Florida

163 miles west of Jacksonville, 191 miles east of Pensacola

Tallahassee, with a current population of approximately 150 000, has been the seat of state government since 1824. It's location is almost in Georgia so there's plenty of Old South influence to be seen.

The city boasts many restored 19th-century buildings and homes, including the majestic Old State Capitol. A feature of the city is the towering pines and oaks that frame the five official Canopy Roads that are flanked by historic plantations, Native American settlement sites, magnificent gardens, parks, lakes and streams.

The nearby Apalachicola National Forest is a haven for visitors who appreciate outdoor pursuits. Tallahassee has a proud record of preserving its history and many fine exhibits, historic homes and landmarks are to be found throughout the city. 

The nearby town of Havana is renowned as Florida's antiques capital. Tallahassee is home to the gridiron football teams of Florida State University and Florida A&M University. In the fall football season, the city becomes alive whenever the FSU team is playing at their home stadium.

During March to May, the tempo of the city also builds when the state's politicians are in town for sessions of the state legislature. Tallahassee accommodation consists of brand name inns along the motorway approaches to the city.

The downtown area offers a range of brand name hotels and inns with bed and breakfast lodgings and vacation rentals.

Getting There & Getting Around

Tallahassee Regional Airport is 10 miles (16km) southwest of downtown and is served by AirTran, Delta, Northwest and US Airways. Amtrak's transcontinental Sunset Limited stops in Tallahassee.

The city of Tallahassee operates the TalTran commuter bus service with routes throughout the city and university campus.  There is the usual assortment of taxi cab companies operating throughout the area.

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