Apalachicola, FL

Travel Guide

Fishing boats at the Apalachicola pier
Fishing boats at the Apalachicola pier
Oyster/fishing boats at Apalachicola, Florida. Apalachicola is a small city along what is sometimes referred to as the Forgotten Coast on the Gulf coast of the Florida panhandle. Oyster and shrimp fishing continue to be important elements of the economy, and the town has a slower pace than the big resort areas elsewhere in the state.
Reflection of the sunset on the Apalachicola River.

Where to stay in Apalachicola

Oyster/fishing boats at Apalachicola, Florida. Apalachicola is a small city along what is sometimes referred to as the Forgotten Coast on the Gulf coast of the Florida panhandle. Oyster and shrimp fishing continue to be important elements of the economy, and the town has a slower pace than the big resort areas elsewhere in the state.

Historic Downtown Apalachicola

Seafood restaurants, shopping, and historic sites are just a few things travelers enjoy about Historic Downtown Apalachicola. Check out Downtown Books & Purl or John Gorrie State Museum while you're exploring the area.

Historic Downtown Apalachicola
Gibson Inn

Gibson Inn

3 out of 5
51 Ave. C Apalachicola FL
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Apalachicola. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Gibson Inn
Apalachicola Bay Inn

Apalachicola Bay Inn

2 out of 5
240 Hwy 98 West Apalachicola FL
Stay at this motel in Apalachicola. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Apalachicola Bay Inn
Coombs Inn & Suites

Coombs Inn & Suites

3.5 out of 5
80 Sixth St. Apalachicola FL
Stay at this hotel in Apalachicola. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions John Gorrie State Museum and Apalachicola Chocalate ...
Coombs Inn & Suites
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Reviews of Apalachicola

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Top Destination
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Verified traveler

A slow paced fishing village with enough local entertainment to keep us tourist happy.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Quaint and quiet.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We had a great meal at Owl Taproom I think it was called. Recommend!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Small, friendly, walkable

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful area! Loved its quaint feel of the town. Would definitely go back!

4/5 - Good

Chickie

Seems like this town is still recovering from the hurricane a couple years ago. I wish them well.

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