Location: Apalachicola
Top Things to do in Apalachicola
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Apalachicola, Florida (FL)
Apalachicola ('æpʰəlætʃ,koʊl) is a city in Franklin County, Florida, United States, on the shore of Apalachicola Bay, an inlet of the Gulf of Mexico. The population was 2,231 at the 2010 census. Apalachicola is the county seat of Franklin County.
Restaurants in Apalachicola
1. Downtown Books & Purl
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By kellysO9428OQ
Lovely shop well supplied with book sand yarn. Very nice selection of books- current best sellers and local interest-perfect for vacation reading. Amazing selection of lovely yarns and knitting/crochet supplies. I was so happy this shop survived the recent hurricane, I will be going back on my next trip.
2. Oysterbones
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By sfpfactory - Glen Arm, United States
A great place... even if you don’t own a pet! Wonderful selection of gifts, wares, and apparel for your precious puppies and kitties, including senior ones, as well! Also a great line of greeting cards ... especially sympathy cards for those who have lost their beloved 4-legged family member.
3. The Raney House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
The Raney House Museum is an example of architecture and the interpretation of life in Pre-Civil War Florida. Apalachicola was one of three ports in the Gulf of Mexico which shipped cotton, grown upriver, along with Mobile and New Orleans when "Cotton was King". The town entertained ships from foreign ports, and was very cosmopolitan. The house offers visitors a glimpse into life in "Territorial Florida" (1821-1845) with many artifacts donated by Raney Family members.
Reviewed By Internationalmermaid - Groveland, United States
Fascinating, informal, and quite delightful, the Raney House is an Apalacicola treasure. We so enjoyed the docents Katie and Linda, on respective days. Their love for local history and the house itself is unmistakable. I asked a zillion questions and each was met with an informed and enthusiastic response. Most worthwhile!
4. Orman House Historic State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 252 reviews
Reviewed By 763philt - Gayville, United States
What a fabulous stop in Apalachicola. Enthusiastic Park Ranger related wonderful stories about the Orman family, the civil war, and so much more. Worth the short time it takes.
5. Dixie Theatre
6. The Grady Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By sfpfactory - Glen Arm, United States
Shops are located across the street from the waterfront. There is a shop that has great selections of clothing for men and women. Also jewelry and other gifts! You’re sure to come out of there with something for you, or some souvenirs!
7. Oyster City Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 285 reviews
Reviewed By 9desireea - Long Island, United States
I love having a cold glass of beer on a hot day, so imagine my surprise when I ordered a totally unknown IPA from a totally unknown Craft Beer Company, in a city I didn’t even know existed. Welcome to the sleepy and unusual looking little town of Apalachicola, Florida; also known as the Oyster Capital of the World. Tucked in one of the old western-movie-like buildings sits the Oyster City Brewing Company. And inside this extremely weathered looking structure, another one of Apalachicola’s hidden gems is being fermented into the best craft beer to ever hit, my highly discriminating beer palate. I’m not quite sure which was the first one I had. I know it was light in color but not light in substance. I also know, it was so delicious, I had two pints in a row. And if you think that was enough, think again! Because there was no way I was leaving without sampling the Mango IPA. I wish I could describe to you, exactly how great the beer was... but I can’t. I guess if I could, perhaps the beer would not be so good. So hey Anheuser Bush, are you listening... ‘cause you don’t know what you’re missing! Although to tell you the truth, I don’t think Oyster City Beer would ever sell to a non-American brewing company, regardless of who may be. They’re way to proud of what they have managed to craft with the help of some oysters and the wonderful people of Apalachicola!
8. Apalachicola Municipal Library
9. Bowery Art Gallery and Studio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
The Bowery Art Gallery & Studio is a fine arts and crafts gallery. We feature original works by local and regional artists. We show a broad range of unique fine crafts, pottery, jewelry, contemporary paintings, photography and sculpture. 57 artists and guest artists are currently on exhibit.
Reviewed By DawnC450 - Strawberry Plains, United States
Great social distancing practices are being taken for their tap room. You can’t drink beer in the tap room but you can get growlers and crowlers to go. They also provide you with cups so you can enjoy their excellent selection of beer anywhere in the city. Would highly recommend stopping by to grab a excellent beer. Their mango beer was my favorite on the beer list when I stopped by. The brown ale was also a great choice if you like higher gravity beer. Cool stickers too.
10. The Tin Shed
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By 996robertw - New Orleans, United States
We walked about every shop in town, and this place had the most interesting and authentic, unique things to see. If you like to browse, go here.
