3 Best Landmarks in Tallahassee, FL

“Mission San Luis de Apalachee is a 64-acre Spanish Florida's westernmost capital that was Spain's administrative, religious capital, and the westernmost military outpost. The building was designated as a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1966. The museum was home to more than 1,400 citizens, including a tremendous Apalachee chief and the Spanish deputy governor. The museum's interpreters dressed in historic clothes will teach you about the life of the Apalachee and Spanish people who lived and worked here over 300 years ago. The work was allotted by gender and custom, and women gathered food, farmed, and prepared meals. There is a venue rental for the 250-seat banquet room with an outdoor courtyard, classrooms, a warming kitchen, and a meeting space for rent. Mission San Luis de Apalachee offers camps, workshops, and special events throughout the year. Mission San Luis de Apalachee offers free admission for children under 6, members, and active duty military.”

“Goodwood Museum & Gardens was built in the 1830s and has the oldest main house filled, sprawling grounds, and sixteen historic structures. The place is one of the most beautiful antebellum homes built in the region. The museum is popular for meetings, conferences, heritage tourists, weddings, and special events. Goodwood Plantation was a medium-sized cotton plantation of about 1,675 acres established by Hardy Bryan Croom. The main residence features some of the earliest fresco ceilings in Florida and an extensive collection of art, porcelains, textiles, beautiful furniture, and glassware. The carriage house, café, and roller rink are wheelchair accessible and have designated accessible parking.”

“Florida State Capitol has historical importance and is architecturally significant which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The architects who built the New Capitol were tasked with ensuring that the Old Capitol remained in use until the New Capitol was completed. The Capitol is an icon in the heart of Florida's Capitol complex and serves as the modern-day nerve center of political history. The stained-glass dome, reflecting the Sunshine State's heritage and traditions, comes alive. Florida State Capitol offers a journey through the colorful history of representative government in Florida. The Capitol is an excellent place for photographs, audiovisual displays, and recordings.”