Cities of Florida
Florida lies in the far southeast of the United States, jutting out as a long peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. The state is known for its warm climate, beaches and wetlands. The capital is Tallahassee, in the north, but the largest cities lie farther south. In this map you fly across Florida and learn to place its cities in the right spot.
You will meet real cities like Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa and Orlando. Jacksonville in the northeast is the largest city, while Miami in the south is the best known. A recognisable feature is Lake Okeechobee, a large shallow lake in the south, not far from the swamps of the Everglades.
Hop in the helicopter and find all the cities of Florida at your own pace — a fun, free way for kids and grown-ups to learn the map of this sunny peninsula state.
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What is the capital of Florida?
The capital of Florida is Tallahassee, located in the north of the state near the border with Georgia. Many people think Miami or Orlando is the capital, but that is not correct — it is Tallahassee. The largest city in Florida is Jacksonville.
What is the largest city in Florida?
Jacksonville is the largest city in Florida by both area and population, located in the northeast on the Atlantic coast. Miami, in the south, is Florida's best-known city internationally. Tampa and Orlando are also among the largest places in the state.
What is a notable geographic feature of Florida?
A notable feature of Florida is Lake Okeechobee, a large but shallow lake in the south of the state. Nearby lie the famous Everglades wetlands. Florida is a low-lying peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, with almost no mountains.
What is the best way to learn the cities of Florida?
The best way to learn the cities of Florida is by playing on the Toponauts map. You fly a helicopter over the peninsula and place cities like Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Miami and Orlando in the right spot yourself. It is free and lets you practice at your own pace.