3 Best Landmarks in Tallahassee, FL

“Mission San Luis served as the primary community of the Apalachee people and functioned as Spain's administrative, religious, and westernmost military capital. The Landmark was designated as a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1966, and the site housed over 1,400 individuals, including a significant Apalachee chief and the Spanish deputy governor. Gender and tradition divided the residents' roles, with women primarily responsible for gathering and preparing food. The property features a 250-seat banquet room with an outdoor courtyard, classrooms, a warming kitchen, and meeting space available for rent. Throughout the year, Mission San Luis de Apalachee hosts camps, workshops, and special events, showcasing one of the oldest-known coiled basketry techniques practiced by many cultures. Free admission is available for children under 6, active duty military, and members.”

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“Goodwood Museum & Gardens features some of Florida's earliest fresco ceilings. The Museum radiates Old Florida charm and splendor; the museum showcases an 1830s main house filled with antiques alongside sprawling grounds and sixteen other historic structures. Widely esteemed as one of the region's most stunning antebellum homes, it is a popular venue for meetings, conferences, heritage tourists, weddings, and special events. Initially established by Hardy Bryan Croom, Goodwood Plantation spanned approximately 1,675 acres as a medium-sized cotton plantation. The Museum houses an extensive collection of art, porcelain, textiles, exquisite furniture, and glassware while also serving as a site for meetings, teaching, community engagement, and healing.”

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“Florida State Capitol holds significant historical and architectural importance. The Historic place has earned its place on the National Register of Historic Places. During the construction of the New Capitol, architects had to accommodate the continued functionality of the Old Capitol until the new one was completed. Today, the Capitol stands as a landmark in the heart of Florida's Capitol complex, serving as the nerve center of political history. Its stained-glass dome, symbolizing the state's motto, "Sunshine State," and tradition, is iconic. Florida State Capitol guides visitors through Florida's colorful representative government history while the building offers excellent photo opportunities and audiovisual displays. Additionally, the building underwent renovations, including repainting, adding a small dome, and installing plumbing.”

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