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What to do and see in Fort Pierce, Florida (FL): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Fort Pierce is a city in and the county seat of St. Lucie County, Florida, United States. It is also known as the Sunrise City, sister to San Francisco, California, the Sunset City. The population was 41,590 at the 2010 census. As of 2012, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau was 42,645. It was named after the Fort Pierce Army post which was built nearby in 1838 during the Second Seminole War. The military post had been named for Benjamin Kendrick Pierce, a career United States Army officer and the brother of President Franklin Pierce.
Restaurants in Fort Pierce
1. Lisa's Kayaks
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5.0 based on 68 reviews
Day on the water with a group of like minded peoples while enjoying the beautiful nature and tropical paradise by kayak, stand up paddle board, Truely something for everyone. All levels are welcome. We have group events along with rentals.
2. Navy Seal Museum
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5.0 based on 1,298 reviews
Reviewed By Y68JMdavidp - Topeka, United States
This is an outstanding museum you don't want to miss. We spent 4 hours going through all the exhibits. You can see it in half the time if you don't attend the 2 hour movie, but it is a highlight as it provides you the history of the Seals from beginning to present and we learned a lot. I highly recommend it. You will enjoy sitting in a black hawk helicopter, maybe seeing and petting a Navy K9 puppy, seeing Seal Delivery vehicles, maybe trying out the obstacle course, and getting a real appreciation for all the Seals do! You can even dress up for a photo opp!
3. Motorized Kayak Adventures
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5.0 based on 346 reviews
Motorized Kayak Tours! Enjoy a breath-taking guided three hour motorized kayak tour of part of Florida's Indian River Lagoon. With over 4000 species of plants and animals, it is the most diverse estuary in North America. Easy to use, our kayaks come with small pollution-free electric motors and a simple steering system that will allow you to relax and enjoy the scenic beauty of the lagoon’s wildlife.
4. Fort Pierce Inlet State Park
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4.5 based on 339 reviews
A favorite spot for local fishermen in St. Lucie County.
Reviewed By Wavehunter772
Beautiful beach... Very clean. It's one of my favorite Beachs.they're does tend to be more sharks in the water than your average Beach. Do to the jetty inlet.
5. Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University
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4.5 based on 100 reviews
The Ocean Discovery Visitors Center is a destination where the community can come to learn about the research conducted by the marine scientists, engineers and students at FAU’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. Since its remodel in January 2017, the center houses five educational exhibits including Marine Drug Discovery, Marine Mammal Research & Conservation, Aquaculture & Stock Enhancement, Marine Ecosystem Health and Ocean Engineering. Visitors are welcome to explore these exhibits on their own or participate in a free 30-45 minute interpretive tour provided by a FAU Harbor Branch Graduate Student. The center also features a video theater, aquaria relevant to research topics, interactive displays, a touch tank, gift shop and student information station. While admission and interpretive tours are free, donations are accepted and contribute to Harbor Branch outreach initiatives. Group visits (10 or more people) are also available and must be reserved in advance.
Reviewed By Barby52 - Sebastian, United States
The graduate students that are the tour guides are very knowledgeable and informative. Kids as well as adults will enjoy the touch tank. Lots of really neat sea critters to see and touch. It's amazing what this research has done to continue finding new medical cures. They also have an awesome tour of the campus you can take on a golf cart and after hurricane season passes the lagoon tours will start up. An affordable gift shop is there to get a souvenir of your experience!
6. A. E. Backus Gallery & Museum
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4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By 1Magalicg - Charleston, United States
A small but very interesting museum on discovering a painter’s life. Connected to a great group of local artists called the Highwaymen. Located in a great area, plenty of free parking, near the water and across from the Manatee house.
7. St. Lucie County Aquarium - Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit
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4.5 based on 245 reviews
Our focus is on displaying ecosystems as complex communities of organisms interacting in their environment. At the Marine Ecosystems Exhibit, visitors can explore six different Florida marine habitats and learn about the complexity and importance of marine ecosystems. The largest aquarium is a model of a Caribbean coral reef. Other displays include living models of seagrass, mangrove, estuarine and nearshore habitats, as well as a deepwater Oculina coral reef. There are several smaller aquarium displays and a touch tank where you can meet some of our local sea creatures. Feeding Frenzy tours daily at 10:30am and Snack Time tours daily at 2:30pm. Behind-the-Scenes tour Saturday at 2:00pm.
Reviewed By surf4success - Okeechobee, United States
Stop by on Tuesday for a free visit to a wonderful collection of Florida's dwindling Coastal Reefs and all the wonderful fish and corrals they live in.
8. Al's Family Farms
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4.5 based on 246 reviews
Welcome to Al's Family Farms in Fort Pierce, Florida - the heart of the Indian River Citrus District. Guided citrus packinghouse tours are available January 2 through April 09, 2020. Keep reading for tour times, below. AL’s Red Barn Grill is open year around. Our historic Red Barn Packinghouse and Citrus Shop are open Nov thru June. Come sample & purchase local Florida citrus, fresh squeezed orange juice & Sharon's homemade fudge. Not here during tour time? Short video tour running in our lobby & the OJ Corral is open during Citrus Shop hours. The 2020 tour schedule is as follows: One hour guided citrus packinghouse tours are given Tues, Weds, Thurs & Fri at 10:30 a.m. from Jan 2 thru April 9, 2020. Call ahead as tours fill quickly. Watch us wash, sanitize & pack Indian River Citrus to send to your freezin' friends up north!
Reviewed By kapow79 - Rochester, United States
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Al's Family Farm. They have an excellent selection of citrus that is delicious. You can sample the citrus and juice. The honeybell juice is the BEST! Sherry was a friendly and fun tour guide. You get to see the fruit from tree to packaged. We shipped citrus home. It is a great tour for all ages. It was a highlight of our week in the area.
9. Fort Pierce Farmers Market
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4.5 based on 133 reviews
Reviewed By jegbd - Yarmouth, Canada
The market is located right next to the waterfront in Fort Pierce. So many food and craft vendors. You can get anything from baked goods, guacamole and salsa, smoothies, crab cakes, breakfast, popcorn, fresh fruits and vegetables. One place we tried for baked goods which I can't remember the name but they had breads and muffins and cookies and their coconut macaroons were to die for. The fresh guacamole was also very delicious. Then on the other side all the craft vendors are set up and there are t-shirts, dresses, purses, jewelry, paintings, you name it. A fun place to check out if you're in the area. It's every Saturday morning.
10. Pepper Park Beach
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4.5 based on 147 reviews
Reviewed By ajtpops
This beach has the feel of a true hidden gem. Soft light colored sand and the water incredibly clear for the Atlantic. Somehow there are no crowds and we had about 50 yards of gorgeous beach. We had seen a manatee swimming close to the shore here a few months ago
