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A taste of “Old Florida”
If you want to visit a piece of “Old Florida,” tell Siri to take you to the tiny enclave of Cedar Key. Rich in small town flavor, this quaint, old-fashioned vacation town, with its lovely beaches, great fishing and lush natural preserves, is a haven for artists and writers who find inspiration from the unspoiled environment.
Located about 60 miles southwest of Gainesville and three miles out into the Gulf of Mexico, it’s an island whose out of the way location helps keep it authentic and where time seems to stand still. This is a place where houses and stores stand like herons perched on stilts above the Gulf and where the police greet you from spiffed up golf carts. As one of the nation’s top sources of farm-raised clams,it’s easy to find tastyclam chowder here along with some of the best“Cracker Cuisine” in Florida.
It doesn’t get much better than life by the sea in Cedar Key, Florida. This enchanting and historic town in Florida is a sensational spot for a day trip, as there is so much to see and explore. As an island city off the state’s northwest coast, Cedar Key was once a very busy port decades ago. What was once the second-largest city in Florida in the 1880s, Cedar Key now houses only 690 residents full-time. Today, museums, nature trails, restaurants, and much more fill the town, attracting writers, artists, and tourists galore. This creates the perfect itinerary for a weekend away.
Cedar Key, Florida, is a hidden gem town on the northwest coast that boasts beauty, nature, and tons of history.
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APRIL
April 6 & 7
Old Florida Celebration of the Arts
Cedar Key: Delight in the charm of Old Florida with a stroll down the historic, treelined
streets and discover fine art on display from 100+ artists and craftspeople during
this 60-year-old fine arts tradition and one of the top Small-Town art fairs in the nation.
Takes place Sat: 10 am - 5 pm; Sun: 10 am - 4 pm at 457 2nd St. Info: https://
3030 N. McMullen Booth Rd.
609 2nd St., Cedar Key, FL 32625
Su - F 1 - 4pm; Sa 11am - 5pm
352-543-5549
Explore Cedar Key’s Rich History
This lovely small town museum is home to several exhibits detailing the picturesque nvillage’s history dating back to prehistoric times. Exhibits include Native American artifacts, the 2nd Seminole Indian War, John Muir’s Journey, Cedar Pencil Industry, Seafood and Clam Industry, Florida Railroad
310 Dock St. | Cedar Key, Fl / 352-543-5070;
Open Su - W 11am - 8pm; | F - Sa 11am - 10pm; | Closed Th
A Local Take On Southern Seafood
Southern-style dishes inspired by fresh local seafood, seasonal produce
and Cedar Key’s heritage are the signature of this charming dockside restaurant that boasts spectacular water views from every seat.
Executive Chef/Owner, Jordan Keeton sources fresh, local seafood, meats and produce to create old Florida favorites with a thoroughly modern
twist. The Shrimp & Anson Mills Grits with andouille sausage is just wonderful; the Fried Green Tomatoes are absolutely delicious and beautifully plated; and the house-made Key Lime Cake is unique and delicious. Florida brewed beers, and craft distilled spirits, too!
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