The Best Place to Visit in Florida with Your Family this Spring Break: Crystal River

If you are looking at all the free time you have during your upcoming spring break and don’t know where to start – the answer is clear: Crystal River! Whether you are looking to spend your entire spring break in the area or just a few days, there is plenty to do to keep you having fun the whole time! Read below to get the details on the best plan for your spring break this year.

Of course, the most unique, memorable activity that you can book right now is kayaking in 100% see-through, clear kayaks with Get Up and Go Kayaking- Crystal River.

Adventuring with Get Up and Go For Spring Break

Get Up and Go Kayaking are experts at creating the most memorable experiences that will make this spring break unlike any you’ve had before! We are proud to offer the cleanest and most comfortable clear kayaks to make your kayaking experience–whether it be your first time or 100th time–one to remember.

During a tour with Get Up and Go Kayaking at Crystal River, one of our talented guides will accompany you for the entire duration to make sure you get the most out of your adventure. They are masters at finding and identifying wildlife, can give you history about the area, share about conservation efforts, and give local recommendations. They are also always happy to take photos during your tour to make sure you take the memories home with you! Not only this, but they are there to make your experience go smoothly and keep you and your family safe.

Depending on when your spring break happens, you may be stopping by during our Manatee Tour or our Three Sisters Tour. Both are excellent adventures that offer unique and exciting experiences.

• If you are coming to Crystal River in March, you can be part of one of our Manatee Tours! Our manatee-minded guides will take you to the best places to look for our adorable, grey friends that call Crystal River home during the winter. Along the way, learn more about manatees and all the amazing conservation that goes into taking care of their populations!
• If you are coming to Crystal River in April, you would be part of some of our first Three Sisters Springs Tours of the season! During this tour, your guide will take you to the beautiful, crystal clear waters of Three Sisters Springs while telling you more about the area and wildlife that call it home. Get the opportunity to see alligators, birds, fish, dolphins, otters, and maybe even one of the year-round resident manatees! The best part of this tour is being able to get out into the waters of Three Sisters Springs and enjoy the cool spring water during a hot day!

Top Activities To Do In Crystal River

The city of Crystal River has a whole assortment of attractions to keep you entertained for your entire break! If you’re a foodie, love to try different dishes, or like to relax at a bar, then try checking out these awesome places:

• Copp Brewery and Winery is a brewpub that features its own specialty-brewed beers and wines, set in a beautiful tasting room that offers tasty comfort foods like fried green tomatoes, BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, and gumbo.
• The Crab Plant is set right alongside Kings Bay and offers some of the freshest seafood around–bringing in fresh catches from their own boats! Not only do they have a great menu selection, but they also have a seafood market available!
• Waterfront Social is a cooked-from-scratch restaurant set right along the water. Not only do they have delicious, fresh food offerings but they also have unique cocktails and beautiful views!

There is also the incredible Three Sisters Springs Wildlife Refuge, which offers a beautiful boardwalk right around the gorgeous clear, fresh water springs that manatees call home in the winter. There are always friendly volunteers ready and willing to answer any questions you might have, as well as educational signs all around the refuge. Don’t forget to stop by their visitor center for more information about manatees and Crystal River!

If the whole family is coming along for spring break, there are amazing family-friendly activities in the area as well. You may want to consider stopping by Crystal River Mini Golf for some friendly competition, or check out the escape rooms at Crystal River Escape Room and work together as a team to get out in time!

No matter when your spring break happens, you are sure to have an unforgettable experience with Get Up and Go Kayaking- Crystal River!