We brought the kids here for a bit of history and thought we might spend an hour. More than two…read morehours later, our kids were still interested and engaged. There was a lot to see and do and a lot to learn. I think it's perfect for a really interested four year old and anyone older. The Friar was everyone's favorite part. He played his part well, was great with the kids, and had so much information to share. He talked about what every day life was like, taught them about different herbs and traditional medicine, gave them a history of the property, and showed them the garden and his favorite tree. The two women in the Spanish house are the only thing that made me consider a four star rating. They were not good with children, and acted like our presence was an interruption to their sitting around and talking with each other. When we walked in one of them disciplined my six year old for not knocking on their door - not in a friendly or joking way - as if he had done something wrong for continuing a tour we paid to take. The interaction only went downhill from there, and although it doesn't seem fair to lower the rating when everyone else was so wonderful, I hope they will work to find people who are good with children in the future.

The people that we're working at the main building when you first enter and the two ladies working…read morein the tiki hut were very nice an accommodating. All the early settlers such as the Spanish, English, French and Dutch had "marital" relationships with the Indigenous Americans even if they were not per say married. It was a rare occurrence for all European colonies to have an actual marriage between a European and a Native American. Regardless, there are many Americans that claim and prove to have Native American Ancestry, shown through DNA testing. Where I roll my eyes a little is that most claim to be related to Pocahontas and Geranamo. Because this is a Spanish mission, in some placards they emphasize that some Spanish men "intermarried" with the indigenous women and that the indigenous peoples found that to be a bettering of themselves. Of course, this is all speculation. In Cuban History, you learn that there was a complete genocide of the Indigenous peoples. It is well documented. Many of the indigenous preferred to throw themselves off the cliffs than to fall on the Spanish sword. Hatuey, who fought Spanish colonizers, famously said, "Then I do not want to go where they are. I would rather go to hell so as not to be where they are and where I would not see such cruel people." This is why there are no indigenous peoples in Cuba. Some of the Spanish conquistadors were even eaten by the indigenous. But this place would have you believe things were hunky dory between the Spanish and the indigenous. The Spanish were very Catholic and very strict with the social class or social caste system and would not "marry" the indigenous women they took. Even the historical actor said that the ledgers were all burnt and there isn't any historical legal evidence of their marriage unions. There is a lot of speculation about the past and not too much fact.

This is definitely the best place around to pick blueberries. There are plenty of beautiful, ripe…read moreberries and it's not very crowded which makes it very enjoyable. We highly recommend this family friendly place! My husband and I together picked a little over 20 lbs! Most of them are going in the freezer for when we can't get local fresh berries. The owners and staff are super friendly and helpful. You get a bucket with a plastic bag inside so you're all ready to go when you're done picking. The price is $5.00 a lb for U PIck and $8.00 a lb for already picked. When I checked a couple other places that I have been to in the past, the price was between $8.00 and $10 a lb for U Pick! It's definitely a working farm because you can also buy large potted tomato plants, Rosemary plants, Pinecone Gingers, Fig Trees, Gardenia plants, Rose of Sharon bushes, Aloe Plants and more. I couldn't resist a beautiful Fig tree with a few figs growing already! That was only $15!! This will be my go to place from now on for blueberries!! Also, since it's just a few hundred yards from the Wacissa River, you can make a day of it and rent a kayak or tube and head out to the springs to beat the heat!

Great place reasonably priced, awesome owners, close to the wacissa spring I would definitely returnread more

Closed For Renovations Until Late 2026…read more Since Yelp requires at least 85 characters...blah, blah, blah, blah. Please don't show up and then bless them out in a 1 star review because you discover they are closed. They don't control this page on Yelp. Yelp does. I notified Yelp of the temporary closure and so far they've done nothing.

Great place! Friendly staff. Free parking. Nice cool A/C…read more You can donate and they have suggested donation numbers, but you're not forced to. It's actually bigger than I thought, so lots to explore. I was there during the alligator exhibit which was very neat. There was a life-size alligator in there and that was how I learned how big alligators really are! The gift shop sold gator sticks so I thought that was interesting

Great place to visit, worth the stop. Cars starting rom 1894. I'm not a car buff but I found it…read morefascinating any way. Friendly staff also.

Who knew there was life this side of the state?…read more Passed by the Monticello Opera House last weekend. Got to see their murder mystery show, The Altos Hit Broadway. Apparently the Monticello Opera House hosts various shows throughout the season, including a murder mystery show each year. I just happened to catch the last showing of it. Typically these shows include dinner as well, so it's essentially dinner theater. Don't ask me about price as I was invited, but the dinner included bread, salad, a chicken with pasta dinner, and a dessert (this time being a sponge cake). While the food certainly wasn't gourmet, it was better than expected. I recommend not eating the entire dinner though if you're like me with a tiny stomach. You'll be asking to get rolled out of there. Note, too, that they have a bar on site for drinks. These you purchase separately. Parking around the area is ample and free. This little town doesn't seem have much going for it except this majestic-looking opera house, which I found out has two floors and has been around forever and a day. They seem to host a variety of events, and well, I definitely want to go back. The Playbill I received had next season's showings and there's one there that intrigues me about Anne Frank. Hmm...

Attended a play at this jewel of a place for the first time since the pandemic. Though the past…read moreplays I attended have been staged in the banquet hall (with a delicious catered dinner and an open bar), sitting in the auditorium was really nice. The building is old but precious, with original wood throughout. Though I had an enjoyable time, the only drawback was the sound. I am not sure of the types of microphones, etc., used. I heard most of the actors clearly, but a couple of the actors' voices were a bit muffled throughout the play. All in all, I am looking forward to attending more plays. And if/when I feel comfortable again being seated closely with other patrons at the same table, in a limited space while sharing a common meal, I will definitely do so - just not now. Though the auditorium is on the second floor and there are two flights of stairs, there is also an elevator. Of note, for those who love quaint settings for performances, consider donating to MOH to help maintain the ambiance and structural features.

I discovered this gallery through a friend. They have many different events throughout the week and…read moremonth. Figure Drawing Sunday is my favorite. It gets my mind of life for two hours. Nobody is judged here, any level is welcome.

As a non-profit arts exhibition and programs space, 621 Gallery offers an ever changing line-up of…read morenew exhibits to inspire you and make you contemplate life! The gallery focuses on contemporary art and artists, so you always feel like the art speaks directly to you on current issues of the day, especially with up to 250 different artists cycling through on display during any given year. There is always something new and exciting to see! The latest show I saw was on mining practices and their effects on nature and our resources, so definitely food for thought. In addition to the exhibits, 621 Gallery regularly is involved in other community events and partnered with other organizations, as they want to be a part of enhancing the quality of life in Tallahassee. So make sure to check in with them on their next events, since they're geared for all ages and backgrounds! Overall, we're so happy to have 621 Gallery as part of the Railroad Square Art District and we look forward to visiting their next show!

Located in Railroad Square art district, Obsession's is a gem with their collection of art…read moresessions. You can do splatter art, arcylic pours and spin art on a variety of canvases for a reasonable cost. You can rent out the space for parties. Betty, the owner, is a lovely person who ensures her guests are taken care of. Obsessions is also invested in autism and neurodiversity advocacy to create a safe space for all. Come by for some art, a cool souvenir by local vendor or to support a worthy cause, you can't go wrong with a visit here.

I love coming to Obsessions when I have free time. Me and my friends love to paint the canvases the…read moremost. Definitely a hidden gem.

We had a WONDERFUL time at Flippin Great Pinball!…read more We got the Family pass for the hour, and we all had such a great time. They have a ton of different Pinball games, as well as racing games, and old favorites like Ms. PacMan and Galaga. I could stay in there for hours and play Ms. Pac-Man and Elvira. They have great hourly rates, and you can also pay a day-rate or get a monthly pass! They also have Birthday rooms available. Perfect for game lovers!

This place is super cool. I highly recommend this place if you have one of those lazy weekend days…read moreor just for a birthday party. There is so many old games that are super fun for you and your friends. In the end I think you will get a great time out of this fun place so definitely go there.