An Old Shipping Port
Naturally, no one can hear of Apalachicola and not be reminded of oysters. These shellfish are prized around the country for their fresh, sweet taste. Still harvested like they were half a century ago when this picture was taken. You can get'em from the fishing docks directly, or from any of the fish markets that line the highway. If you don't want to tackle opening them yourself, sit down at any of the local restaurants for a dozen of the bay's finest.
You can visit the Gorrie museum (inventor of the ice machine), the Florida State University marine laboratory, the St Vincent Wildlife refuge visitors center, the Florida Maritime Museum, or just walk around the town and absorb its quaint charm.
The city is filled with some of the finest examples of 19th century architecture, with beautiful old houses, churches, and warehouses.
For more information on what is going on in and around the town, you might want to check out the
Chamber of Commerce Home Page
Get on US 98 anywhere and it will bring you here. If you insist on more detailed instructions, just look at this map. Like the pirates of old,
