The charms of former Florida in the city of Apalachicola

Discovery of the city of Apalachicola in Florida

Far from the bling-bling and the image we make of Florida, the town of Apalachicola reflect the charms of ancient Florida. Located in what is called the “part of the pan” of the state, facing the Gulf of Mexico, Apalachicola was in the nineteenth century a cotton port. Today, this city has naturally turned to fishery and fish farming that have long been its main economic activities.

By visiting Apalachicola, you will be surprised to see that its past is still reflected on the facades of the few thousand historic buildings that border the little streets of the city.

The artists’ houses and sailors’ boats are located in the bay of Apalachicola and give this charming fishing town an authentic character. An image of Florida that one would think turned off, yet it is not the opinion of the inhabitants who will tell you that the "old" Florida is more than ever alive in the seaside resort of the city.

Passing to Apalachicola, do not miss a tasting of oysters under any pretext, it is said that they are fleshy and make all the city’s reputation. Taste the places where the premises have their habits in one of the restaurants on the seaside with a sunset that will enhance the flavors of this meal!

When to go?

Surprising the best time to get to Apalachicola coincides with the beginning and end of the oyster season, that is, at the end of the fall and early spring, the rest of the year from June to September the temperatures are very high and the weather is wet.

Far from the clichés of Florida, this city deserves the detour, especially since the bay of Apalachicola and its rosary of sandy islands form one of the most preserved sites in the United States!

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