From the beaches of Miami to the springs of Ocala, Florida’s diverse landscapes have attracted filmmakers for over a century. Entertainment experts at Playcasino.com reviewed film location data across the Sunshine State to compile the definitive guide to iconic Florida locations fans can visit today.
1. Fontainebleau Hotel, Miami Beach
4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
The iconic resort served as the backdrop for Al Pacino’s Tony Montana in Scarface (1983). Still operating as a luxury hotel and open to day visitors for dining and beach access.
2. Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island
Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Real launch pad footage was used in Apollo 13 (1995), with exterior shots appearing in Armageddon (1998) and Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011). The visitor complex is open daily.
3. Seven Mile Bridge, Florida Keys
Marathon, FL 33050
The location for Arnold Schwarzenegger’s helicopter rescue in True Lies (1994) and James Bond’s License to Kill (1989). One of the most scenic drives in America.
4. Art Deco Historic District, Miami Beach
Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
The pastel-colored streets served as the primary backdrop for Miami Vice and Michael Mann’s 2006 film adaptation. Free to walk at any time of day.
5. Silver Springs, Ocala
5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
Hosted six early Tarzan films starring Johnny Weissmuller, Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954) and James Bond’s Never Say Never Again (1983). Glass-bottom boat tours still run today.
6. Caribbean Club, Key Largo
MM 104, 104000 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
The exterior shots of Key Largo (1948) with Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall were filmed here. The waterfront bar is still open and covered in movie memorabilia.
7. Gatorland, Orlando
14501 S Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32837
The alligator pit shots beneath the rope bridge in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) were filmed here — the alligators were standing in for crocodiles, a famous continuity error eagle-eyed fans still spot today. Still fully operating as one of Florida’s most distinctive parks.
8. Islamorada, Florida Keys
Islamorada, FL 33036
The primary filming location for Netflix’s Bloodline (2015–2017). The Moorings Village and Spa featured prominently across three seasons and remains open for stays.
9. Wakulla Springs, Tallahassee
465 Wakulla Park Dr, Wakulla Springs, FL 32327
The primary location for Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954). Glass-bottom boat and jungle cruise tours continue to operate on the same springs used in the film.
10. The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection.
501 5th Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Served as the retirement community in Ron Howard’s Academy Award-winning Cocoon (1985). Still operating as a hotel and open to day visitors.
