While many people might not associate the Sunshine State with “countryside living” there is still something to be said for the more rural pockets filled with plenty of hidden gems in Florida. Sure, you can spend nights dancing in South Beach, or pub hopping in Daytona Beach, but there is certainly much more to see in Florida than just the city life. We’ve come up with this rural gems road trip in Florida that will take you to some of the best countryside attractions that are a little less known, but definitely worth a visit.

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The entire road trip focuses on hidden gems in Homestead, Florida, and clocks in at less than an hour of driving time. But surely, you’ll want to take the time to stop and see the sights. For your planning ease, be sure to use this interactive road trip itinerary.

1. Fruit & Spice Park

Fruit & Spice Park, 24801 SW 187th Ave, Homestead, FL 33031, USA
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We’re kicking off this road trip adventure with a stop at the Fruit & Spice Park in Homestead, Florida. Easily one of the most unique rural gems in the state, this one-of-a-kind park features over 500 varieties of fruit, spices, vegetables, and herbs. Walk the grounds and take a self-guided tour to learn all about this hidden gem. Check out this article to learn more about the Fruit & Spice Park in Florida.

2. Knaus Berry Farm

Knaus Berry Farm, 15980 SW 248th St, Homestead, FL 33031, USA
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For over 60 years, this farm has been THE place to snag fresh strawberries and homemade cinnamon rolls. People will line up for hours just to take home a box of buns. Just keep in mind when you visit, the hours for this farm are different from most. Open seasonally, Knaus Berry Farm closes for the summer and reopens in late fall for cinnamon rolls, milkshakes, and more. Keep reading to learn more about Knaus Berry Farms in Florida.

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3. Blue Lagoon Farm

Blue Lagoon Farm Miami Venue, 14451 SW 252nd St, Homestead, FL 33032, USA
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Blue Lagoon Farm Miami is a hidden gem tucked away in Homestead that most people don’t even know exists! This event venue offers day-long open swims in the man-made lagoon that will have you feeling like a mermaid. Pay one low price for a few hours and enjoy swimming in this tropical paradise. Visit the Blue Lagoon Farm Facebook page to plan your visit to one of the most interesting hidden gems in Florida.

4. Shiver's BBQ

Shiver's BBQ, 28001 S Dixie Hwy, Homestead, FL 33033, USA
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By now, you’ve probably worked up an appetite, so our next stop is one of the best hidden gems in Homestead, serving up delicious, hickory-smoked BBQ. Shiver’s BBQ is family-owned and operated, and has been around since the 1950s. With a specialty in beef brisket, pork spare ribs, chicken, and beef brisket, you definitely won’t leave hungry here. Your stomach will growl when you read more about Shiver’s BBQ.

5. Robert Is Here Fruit Stand

Robert Is Here Fruit Stand, 19200 SW 344th St, Homestead, FL 33034, USA
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After a delicious BBQ meal, let’s go cool off with some homemade, fresh fruit milkshakes at the Robert Is Here Fruit Stand. What many have nicknamed the Disney World of Fruits features a bevy of tropical fruits and local goods from all across the globe. Plus, the milkshakes are practically heaven-sent.

6. Schnebly Redland’s Winery & Brewery

Schnebly Redland's Winery & Brewery, 30205 SW 217th Ave, Homestead, FL 33030, USA
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End your road trip the right way with a cold beer or delicious fruit wine at Schnebly Redland’s Winery & Brewery. Known as the southernmost winery in the country, you’ll find many different exotic fruit wines that you likely won’t find anywhere else.

So, what do you think about this rural hidden gems in Florida road trip? Would you spend a weekend exploring these sites? Are there other hidden gems in Homestead to add to the itinerary? Make sure to sound off in the comments section! We would love to hear from you. Whether you intend to make this a day trip or turn it into a longer trip, don’t forget to check out our ultimate road trip packing list. We’ve thought of everything so that you don’t have to.

Meanwhile, if you want to learn a little bit more about one of the road trip stops, check out this feature of the tropical paradise that is Schnebly’s Winery.

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Where are some of the best beaches that are considered to be hidden gems in Florida?

Yes, everyone knows Florida has some of the best beaches in the world, and quite often, those beaches are quite populated. But there are also plenty of lesser-known beaches that are some of the best hidden gems in Florida. The following are some of those hidden gem beaches:

  • Usina Beach in St. Augustine. While everyone else is enchanted by the charming historic town St. Augustine, it’s the perfect moment for you to visit the quiet beach!
  • Playalinda Beach, part of the Cape Canaveral National Seashore. It’s not rocket science that you’ll love the “longest undeveloped stretch of oceanfront on Florida’s east coast.”
  • Cayo Costa State Park in Captiva. Make sure you bring a shell bag, because this beach is filled with seashells you can’t find anywhere else.

For more information on these and several other locations, check out this article on the best hidden beaches in Florida.

Is there a hidden gems road trip in Florida?

Why yes, there is! If you want to stay near the water but still visit some places that remain relatively unknown, you’ll love this hidden gems road trip in Florida along the Gulf and panhandle. Along the way, you’ll stop at places such as:

  • Joseph Peninsula State Park in Port St. Joe
  • Oyster City Brewing Company in Tallahassee
  • Three Sisters Springs, part of the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge in Crystal River

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