Overview
Fort Pierce is a small, laid-back city on Florida's Treasure Coast, offering a historic downtown with Spanish-colonial revival architecture, easy access to beaches on Hutchinson Island, and a bustling marina. It's a budget-friendly alternative to bigger Florida cities, with a thriving arts scene and regular performances at the Sunrise Theatre.
Beach · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Nightlife
Before you go
Connectivity
Area code 772. Post offices on Orange Ave and Midway Rd. Free WiFi at most hotels.
Money
US dollar. Credit cards accepted widely. No ATMs mentioned in article.
Safety
Avoid the numbered streets and lettered avenues area (high crime). Exercise caution at night.
Transport
No commercial airport; use Palm Beach International (PBI) or bus services from the Turnpike plaza.
Weather
Best visited winter-spring. Summers hot and humid.