I've lived in Florida for over 25 years. Here are 7 places I always tell tourists to visit.

In my opinion, Key West is one of the best places to visit in Florida.

Zhukova Valentyna/Shutterstock I've lived in Florida for over 25 years and love exploring the state's many beautiful spots.

In my opinion, popular spots like Miami and Orlando are worth visiting.

For a relaxing beach vacation, I suggest heading to Sanibel and Captiva Islands or the panhandle.

Florida is so much more than theme parks and sandy beaches — it's a place I've fallen in love with over the last 25 years for its gorgeous views, amazing weather, and the excitement of always finding something new to explore.

As someone who has lived in Orlando for decades, I've traveled Florida from coast to coast and have learned of lots of hidden gems along the way.

Here are seven places in Florida no tourist should miss.

Visiting St.

Augustine feels like stepping back in time.

Ultima_Gaina/Getty Images If you love history, St.

Augustine, located on the northeast coast of Florida, is a dream destination.

Known as the oldest continuously-settled city in the US, its brick streets and Spanish colonial architecture transport you back in time.

Start with a tour of the Castillo de San Marcos, a centuries-old fort overlooking the Matanzas River.

Then, wander through the shops and restaurants on St.