Apalachicola

Apalachicola is a town on the Forgotten Coast of the Florida Panhandle, on the Apalachicola River and Bay.

About Apalachicola

Miles of uncrowded pristine beaches, an endless supply of protected shallow bays, excellent fishing and acres of national and state forests to explore. Fine oysters and other seafood. Apalachicola or "Apalach", was established in 1831. It was once the third largest port on the Gulf of Mexico. Wide, tree lined streets are still graced by picturesque homes from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries show the wealth and craftsmanship of its early days. Apalachicola has over 900 historic homes and buildings listed in its extensive National Register District and it was selected as one of the nation's Dozen Distinctive Destinations in 2008 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

The Apalachicola basin encompasses what is considered one of the least polluted, most undeveloped, ecologically diverse systems left in the United States. The Apalachicola Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR) oversees the health of this vast system. The ANERR is the second largest in the nation with over 246,000 acres under its protection. Apalachicola's vibrant history and rich maritime culture can still be seen on its working waterfront. Buildings that once served as 19th century ship's chandleries, old net factories and a sponge warehouse now house a mix of eclectic and trendy shops, restaurants, galleries and meticulously restored hotels and Bed & Breakfasts.

These locally owned and operated businesses create a quaint and friendly atmosphere for visitors as well as local residents. A grand theater lies in the center of town (see "Do" below).

Travel to Apalachicola

GPS 29.7258|-84.9833

By car

Apalachicola lies on US-98/US-319. You can pick up US-319 through the national forest straight from Tallahassee (1.5 hours) and US-98 will lead in along the coast from Panama City (Florida) | Panama City (1 hour).

Fly to Apalachicola

• Apalachicola Regional Airport IATA Flight Code: AAF 29.7275,-85.0275 Apalachicola Regional Airport -

Transportation in Apalachicola

Apalachicola is small and easily observed while walking. It is laid back and extremely simple to navigate. Locals are glad to direct you wherever you need to go. Also there are boat and fishing tours available in the area.

What to See

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• Apalachicola Historic District 29.728333,-84.991944 Apalachicola Historic District Over 900 homes and buildings are listed in this National Register Historic District, some dating as far back as the 1830s. A scenic walking tour of the town acquaints visitors with sites such as cotton warehouses, which housed the City's once prosperous cotton export during the 1800s, a sponge exchange and Victorian homes nestled amid the moss-draped live oak trees. A map is available at the Chamber office and Visitors Center at 122 Commerce Street.

• Apalachicola Museum of Art 96 5th Ave - ☎ +1 850 653-2090 The Greek Revival style Fry-Conter House, built in 1845 by Daniel Fry an illustrious riverboat captain, has been meticulously restored and now serves as the Apalachicola Museum of Art where temporary visual art exhibits can be viewed.

• Apalachicola Maritime Museum 103 Water Street 29.7258,-84.9812 ☎ +1 850 653-2500 Opening from Monday to Saturday 10AM to 5PM Apalachicola Maritime Museum - The Maritime Museum was founded to celebrate and preserve the maritime history of Apalachicola in a hands-on learning environment with active sailing program and adventure programs, boat-building, restoration and educational programs. Collectively and the activities of the AMM will provide a glimpse into the rich and diverse history of the three rivers that come together to form the largest river in Florida and the Apalachicola and the maritime history of Apalachicola.

• Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve ☎ +1 850 670-7700 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9AM–5PM Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve Encompassing over 246,000 acres in Apalachicola Bay, it is the 2nd largest Estuarine Research Reserve system in the nation. Nature Center is located at 108 Island Drive, Eastpoint east side of the St. George Island Bridge. Attractions include exhibits on the flora and fauna of the area and aquaria facility featuring a variety of local fish and turtles.

• Apalachicola National Forest 30.2361,-84.6656 ☎ +1 850 643-2282 Apalachicola National Forest - Apalachicola pond - Has 564,000 acres for birding, camping, boating, wildflower viewing, hunting and fishing.

• Battery Park and the City Marina Boat launch, park with picnic tables and playground Bay Avenue 4th-6th Streets. ☎ +1 850 653-9319

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• Chestnut Street Cemetery US Highway 98 between 6th and 8th Streets - One of the most significant cemeteries on the Gulf Coast. Established in 1831 and the stones tell the history of Apalachicola. Funerary art reflects the ethnic diversity of the community.

• Dixie Theatre - 29.727772,-84.984736 ☎ +1 850 653-3200 Built in 1912 and the Dixie Theatre became the entertainment center of Franklin County. Closed in 1967, it was rebuilt and opened once again in 1998. The Dixie now produces live professional theatre and musical events as well providing an acoustically perfect rental space for other community functions.

• Fort Gadsden Historic Site 29.933333,-85.016667 ☎ +1 850 643-2282 Fort Gadsden - FortGadsden A National Historic Landmark. Earthen embankments and interpretive kiosk, on the east bank of the Apalachicola River, roughly 45 minutes north of Eastpoint, accessed by Highway 65. The site interprets the role of Native and African Americans during the early 1800s.

• John Gorrie State Museum 46 6th Street 29.724631,-84.985181 ☎ +1 850 653-9347 Opening Hours: Thursday - Monday 9AM–5PM $2 John Gorrie Museum State Park - Gorriemuseumapalachicola1 Contains a replica of the first ice machine (predecessor to A/C) created by Dr John Gorrie in an attempt to cool his yellow fever patients. His invention later became the basis for the ice industry and air conditioning.

• Lafayette Park Block long open park overlooking Apalachicola Bay with a large gazebo in the center, plus a long broad wooden pier, interpretive signs, picnic tables and playground Avenue B between 13th and 15th. ☎ +1 850 653-9319

• Orman House 177 5th Street 29.7292,-84.99 ☎ +1 850 653-1209 Opening Hours: Thursday - Monday 9AM–5PM Orman House Built in 1838 by Thomas Orman and the wood for this two-story home was cut to measure near Syracuse, New York and shipped to Apalachicola by sailing vessel around the Florida Keys and then assembled on the bluff overlooking the broad estuary and bay of the Apalachicola River. Today the house still resonates with a genteel aura and warmth of the past.

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• Raney House Museum ☎ +1 850 653-1700 Opening Hours: Tuesday to Friday 1PM Monday - 4PM, Saturday 9AM Monday - 5PM Owned by the city of Apalachicola and on the National Register of Historic Places, provides a glimpse of the life of cotton commission merchant and community leader David Greenway Raney. The Apalachicola Area Historical Society has furnished the 1838 home and gives tours to the public. Donations or welcome, but not required. Historic museum is located on Market Street at the junction of Avenue F.

• St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge Visitor's Center 3100 County Road 30A - ☎ +1 850 653-8808 Opening 10AM–3PM St. Vincent Island is an unspoiled barrier island at the west end of Apalachicola Bay. The refuge is open during daylight hours. It is only accessible by boat and there are no facilities available. Open Visitor's Center is located on the north end of Market Street in Apalachicola.

• Three Servicemen Statue Detail & Veterans Memorial Plaza Veterans Memorial Plaza was created in 2008 to honor veterans for their service to our country. The block-long park consists of the Circle of Freedom walkway and the striking Three Servicemen Statue Detail, a bronze sculpture by Fredrick Hart that depicts a realistic image of Vietnam servicemen.

• Trinity Episcopal Church 29.725,-84.985278 Trinity Episcopal Church (Apalachicola, Florida) This Greek-Revival church, built in 1838, was prefabricated in White Plains New York and shipped in section by schooner to Apalachicola. Early church founders included Dr John Gorrie and botanist Dr Alvin Chapman.

Muslim Travel Tips

• Apalachicola Maritime Museum 103 Water Street 29.7258,-84.9812 ☎ +1 850 653-2500 Apalachicola Maritime Museum - Sailing tours on the Apalachicola River and bay

• The Great Plein Air Paint-out: The Grand Patrons' Party | Cotton Warehouse Apalachicola, Florida - ☎ +1-800-378-8419 $75 couple $40 each Artists have been asked to reserve their very best work to present to local and visiting art patrons at a Wetroom party in the Cotton Warehouse. This tribute to "the best of the best", from 6-10:30PM, will include live music, delicious food and the opportunity to purchase the premium art from the paint-out. Tickets are $75 per couple, $40 each, limited to 200 guests.

• Apalachicola Antique & Classic Boat Show downtown on Water Street - ☎ +1 850 653-9419 Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 4PM Free Held on the 3rd Saturday in April. Antique boats, examples of classic and traditional vessels, workboats and fiberglass and aluminum classics will all be on display throughout the day. This festival emphasizes the maritime history of Apalachicola. Special highlights include authentic oyster boats, workboats and home-built boats by skilled craftsmen, antique outboard engines, plus antique automobiles and art booths.

• Historic Apalachicola Home & Garden Tour - Apalachicola, Florida ☎ +1 850 653-9550 Many of Apalachicola's private homes and buildings can only be viewed from the exterior except for this unique day. For a $15 donation you can take a guided tour through architecturally and historically significant homes, churches and commercial buildings. All donations benefit the Trinity Episcopal Restoration Fund.

• Apalachicola Art Walk & Wine Festival | downtown - Apalachicola ☎ +1 850-653-9419 Opening Hours: noon - 6PM Held in April. Art in all forms will be shown around downtown Apalachicola where artists and musicians will be showing, selling and demonstrating their talents

• Restored in 1997 and the Dixie Theatre hosts professional theater and music January through March.

Shopping in Apalachicola

• Apalachicola Sponge Company - Opening from Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 5PM Handmade Olive oil and goats milk soap sponges.

• Forgotten Coast Outfitters - Outdoor clothing and fly fishing equipment.

• The Grady Market - Several antique shops, artist galleries and clothing boutiques.

• Oystercatcher - Womens, girls and baby apparel and accessories.

• River City Trading Company | 82 Commerce Street - Men and women's clothing accessories.

• Sirens Boutique | Avenue D and Market Street - Women's clothing and accessories.

• Two Gulls - Opening Hours: Daily 10AM Monday - 5PM Gifts and souvenirs.

• St. George Island Chili Cook-off St. George Island, Florida 29.7321850039,-84.7334289551 ☎ +1 850 653-6740 Held in March. Contestants square off in the largest Regional Chili Cookoff in the nation.

• Riverlily | 78 Commerce Street - ☎ +1 850 653-2600 Bath and beauty collections from all over the world including vintage earrings made with hard to find vintage beads and findings scarves, fabulous socks, hats, fragrant candles, greeting card selection.

Halal Restaurants & Food in Apalachicola

This urban center is noted for having some of the finest oysters, its bay oysters having a pure, mild, briny flavor that has been recognized by top chefs throughout the nation. Apalachicola harvests over 90% of the oysters sold in Florida and 10% of the nationwide supply. Smaller open bay boats, moored or trailered each day, tong for oysters in the many shallow areas of Apalachicola Bay. Fishing vessels displaying proud patinas of years of service line the waterfront and regularly net fresh local shrimp and fish. So not surprisingly, a diverse selection of acclaimed restaurants feature fresh, local, daily harvested seafood.

• Apalachicola Seafood Grill | 100 Market Street (by the traffic signal) - ☎ +1 850 653-9510 Opening from Monday to Saturday 11:30AM Monday - 8PM Get the "world's largest" fried fish sandwiches. Great selection of soft drinks.

• Boss Oyster | 123 Water Street - ☎ +1 850 653-9364 +1 850 653-2018 Opening Hours: Lunch & dinner 7 days a week. Waterfront location. If you're an oyster fan and they offer more that 15 styles of Apalachicola Bay oysters.

• Caroline's Dining on the River | 123 Water Street - ☎ +1 850 653-8139 +1 850 653-2018 Fine dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

• Crooked River Grill 151 Laughing Gull Lane, St. James - ☎ +1 850 697-5050 Part of the St. James Bay Golf Resort. Serves breakfast, lunch, or Steaks and seafood dinners. The Grill features full banquet facilities and a gazebo.

• Old Time Soda Fountain | 93 Market Street - ☎ +1 850 653-2606 Opening from Monday to Saturday As the name implies, thit is a 1950s themed soda fountain that serves ice cream, malts, floats and soda.

• The Owl Café | 15 Avenue D (at Commerce Street) - ☎ +1 850 653-9888 Local seafood, Steaks and Pasta.

• Papa Joe's Oyster Grill | 301-B Market Street - ☎ +1 850 653-1189 +1 850 653-3458 Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11:30AM Monday - 9PM, F-Sa 11:30AM Monday - 10PM Dine overlooking the Apalachicola River. Steaks and seafood along with an oyster café.

• Red Top Café | 238 US Highway 98 - ☎ +1 850 653-8612 Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week. This family style restaurant serves up [ Steaks, seafood, sandwiches and Chicken.

• Tamara's Café Floridita | 17 Avenue E (one block east of flashing light) - ☎ +1 850 653-4111 Opening Hours: 10:30AM Monday - 10PM Caribbean/South American style meals, including seafood and homemade desserts.

• Verandas Wine Cafe Bottle Shop and Bistro | Avenue D and Market Street - ☎ +1 850 653-3210 Serves local seafood in addition to Steaks and Pasta. Also one of the largest retail stores in the area.

• Viscardi's at Night | 100 Market Street - ☎ +1 850 653-9510 Now defunct.

• Wheelhouse | 317 Water Street - ☎ +1 850 653-8860 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday defunct

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Most restaurants have a full café and there are numerous stores in the area. Check out the nightlife in Saint George (Florida) | Saint George and Eastpoint.

• Night Owl | 15 Avenue D - ☎ +1 850 653-9888 Now listed as the Owl's Wine Room. Large selection offruit cocktails, focus is mainly American.

• Spoonbill | 123 Water Street - ☎ +1 850 653-8139 +1 850 653-2018

• Tap Room | 75 Commerce Street - ☎ +1 850 653-1910 Gastro-pub featuring craft fine and a full bar

Buy/Rent Muslim Friendly Condos, Houses and Villas in Apalachicola

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At eHalal Group, we understand the importance of meeting the unique requirements of Muslim individuals and families seeking properties that align with their cultural and religious trainings. Our extensive portfolio of Muslim-friendly properties in Apalachicola ensures that clients have access to a diverse selection of options tailored to their needs. Whether it's a luxurious villa, a modern condominium, or a fully equipped factory, our team is dedicated to assisting clients in finding their ideal property.

For those seeking a comfortable and modern living space, our condos are an excellent choice. Starting at US$ 350,000 and these condominium units offer contemporary designs, state-of-the-art facilities, and convenient locations within Apalachicola. Each condo is thoughtfully designed to incorporate halal-friendly features and amenities, ensuring a seamless integration of Islamic values into everyday living.

If you are looking for a more spacious option, our houses are perfect for you. Starting at US$ 650,000, our houses provide ample living space, privacy, and a range of customizable features to meet your specific requirements. These houses are located in well-established neighborhoods in Apalachicola, offering a harmonious balance between modern living and Islamic values.

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Ramadan in Apalachicola

Ramadan 2025 in Apalachicola

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Apalachicola River Inn | 123 Water Street - ☎ +1 850 653-8139 +1 850 653-2018 - Lodging, marina and restaurant.

• Bay City Lodge | 1000 Bay City Road - ☎ +1 850 653-9294 - Motel and cabins. If you're planning on fishing and the lodge sells bait and tackle and will clean your fish and your boat.

• Best Western, Apalach Inn | 249 US Highway 98 West - ☎ +1 850 653-9131 +1-800-528-1234 - Only chain hotel in Apalachicola.

• Bryant House Bed & Breakfast - 101 Sixth Street - ☎ +1 850 653-3270 +1-888-554-4376 +1 850 653-9663 - Serves a full (German) breakfast (Frühstück).

• The Consulate | 76 Water Street - ☎ +1 850 653-1515 Four suites overlooking the Apalachicola River. Rooms have a kitchen and balcony.

• Coombs House Inn - 80 6th Street - ☎ +1 850 653-9199 +1 850 653-2785 $80-225 A Bed and Breakfast in a restored Victorian mansion.

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• Gibson Inn | 51 Avenue C - ☎ +1 850 653-2191 - 30 rooms in a turn-of-the-century Victorian home. Rooms have a full bath, phone, TV and wi-fi. The inn also has a restaurant.

• House of Tartts | 50 Avenue Friday - ☎ +1 850 653-4687 Guesthouse in historic downtown. All rooms have a private bath.

• Witherspoon Inn | 94 5th Street - ☎ +1 850 653-9186 Former residence of Captain Witherspoon. Rooms have their own bath.

Telecommunications in Apalachicola

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• Apalachicola Municipal Library 74 6th Street 29.725526,-84.986403 ☎ +1 850 653-8436 Opening Hours: Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday 10AM–6PM, West 10AM Monday - noon and 1-6PM, Saturday 10AM Monday - 2PM A Books, audio books, local history and genealogy section, wireless internet access.

Where to travel next from Apalachicola

• Apalachicola National Forest
• Carrabelle
• Saint George (Florida) | St. George Island
• Tallahassee

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