Residents and visitors are invited to experience the 4th of July 2011 in Tallahassee! Independence Day promises a variety of entertainment for young and old, with concerts, parades, live music and plenty of fireworks. Families can relax and enjoy the entire day of Tallahassee events on this special occasion!

The capital city of the state of Florida, Tallahassee has a number of fine attractions and landmarks. For those coming on vacation, a walk through the State University is a must, as is a stroll through the Calhoun Street Historical District. Along the way visitors will find plenty of fine restaurants to sate their appetites, and in the evening there is a good number of establishments offering prime nightlife entertainment. On the 4th of July 2011 expect a bustling downtown area with lots of special events and outdoor performances.

Independence Day features the grand St. George Island Parade, a favorite with children. Tallahassee is full of city parks where the holiday festivities will include numerous games and recreation for young and old alike. Parents bringing the kids on vacation will find numerous fun activities for the young ones at the local museums, many of them close to the downtown area.

The city has a number of restaurants that feature fine seafood from the nearby Gulf of Mexico, and the nightlife entertainment will be heightened during the 4th of July holiday. Many of the better restaurants in the city have been in operation for generations, and the residents of the city each have their favorite. Many will be open late, after the locals and visitors alike have been entertained by a spectacular fireworks display.

For visitors attending the 4th of July 2011 in Tallahassee celebration, there are a good number of modest and luxury hotels in and near the downtown area, most of them within walking distance of the major city attractions. Be sure and book early for the Independence Day weekend, as rooms will be going fast. On arrival, relax and enjoy the culture of this fine southern capital city during the nation's birthday as there will be plenty of Tallahassee events from which to choose!