Best things to do when you visit Sebastian Florida 

Are you thinking about traveling to Sebastian or the Treasure Coast and looking for fun things to do look no further because I got you covered because in this video I'm going to go over the top five places and activities to do when visiting near Sebastian Florida. Hey Everyone, my name is Spencer Bailey I’m a local realtor and I live right here in Sebastian Florida. If you are curious at all about the lifestyle here on the treasure coast, or just want a little more information, please feel free to reach out to me anytime with questions you may have. I would love to help you out, and possibly find the perfect home for you here on the beautiful treasure coast of Florida. My partner and I currently have 7 properties under contract here so we are very well versed with helping buyers find their dream home. So again, any questions you have make sure to reach out to me as soon as possible. With that being said, lets get right into it!

Sebastian inlet with Mel fisher museum with fishing museum 

OK so getting right into one of the biggest attractions Sebastian has to offer and that is the Sebastian inlet. I'm sure you have heard about it before and maybe I've read about it but I'm telling you, it definitely lives up to the expectations. if you love swimming, the outdoors, boating, fishing, And learning about the rich history of Sebastian, you definitely need to take a trip to the inlet. personally, I love to fish, and I have had great success out on the jetty. it's a very popular place to fish so it can get crowded at times but there's a reason why so many people come to fish that inlet and that is because there are some monster fish you can catch there. I'll put a few photos on the screen of the fish that I have caught there just in the past year. you can catch snook red fish Goliath grouper Jack's Spanish mackerel sheepshead, cubera snapper mangrove snapper, and so many other types of fish at that inlet which is another reason why it's so popular. the jetty gets you out a couple 100 yards into the ocean so you can hopefully hook on to that monster ocean fish that you've always been hoping to catch. fishing isn't the only thing to do at the Sebastian inlet, there is a great man-made Cove for the whole family to enjoy with picnic tables that gives a nice calm place 2 swim and have a great Family Day. there is also a little restaurant there with small bites so just in case you forgot to bring something to eat you can always fall back on having a fresh caught fish sandwich or an ice-cold beer whenever you need. The Sebastian inlet also offers a way to get your boat from the river out onto the Big Blue Ocean and for the most part it's not that bad take it out there you definitely need to have the right boat, and sometimes depending on the tide the waves can be a little wicked so definitely be careful and have experience before trying to make it out of the inlet. this alone brings a lot of people here because the next closest inlet is the Fort Pierce inlet, and that's roughly 45 minutes away give or take. 

Another thing I need to mention when going to the Sebastian inlet is on your way there you can visit the mclarty treasure museum and learn all about why our area has the nickname the Treasure Coast. it's a really fun great for the kids and educates you on all of the treasure ships that have crashed on our shores and how people are still digging up gold and silver coins to this day on our beaches. I would definitely highly recommend visiting Mel fishers treasure museum if you are visiting the area. 

Another fun place to go  if you're visiting Sebastian is captain hirams resort. captain hirams is a hotel bar and restaurant that you can go pull up a chair to the bar and kick your shoes off. the floor is sand, its right on the river, so it gives you a great Margaritaville relaxing vibe that you can enjoy. they always have fun events like live music karaoke and trivia. also on major holidays like New Year's they always have fun events where everyone comes and celebrates entering into the new year and it's always really fun. aside from the bar restaurant and hotel captain hirams also has boat rides that takes you out on the river and they tell you all about Sebastian, it's ecosystem, and all the neat little facts about our area. you can definitely see an abundance of wildlife on that trip and hopefully you may even see a few dolphins as well. Captain hirams really encompasses the atmosphere Sebastian has to offer. it's a Hawaiian shirt, sandals, a bad suntan, and a cold beer in your hand kind of atmosphere and that is exactly how Sebastian is. so if you're looking to experience Sebastian the best place I can recommend you to go is captain hirams.  

Mo Bay 

OK so now I'm gonna share with you one of my favorite spots to  grab a bite to eat. It might not be on everyone's radar and that is mobay grill.  mobay grill is a Jamaican restaurant with really amazing food I always like their grouper sandwich or their jerk chicken and my uncle said he really loved the oxtail Stew one of the best things he's ever eaten. It's located right on Indian River drive here in Sebastian so before or after your lunch or dinner you could walk the Boulevard next to the river for a little scenery. the chef that cooks there is Wesley campbelle. he is a renowned chef and as cooked at mobay for the last 14 years and if he has time he always checks on the guests to make sure they're satisfied with his dishes. definitely a hidden gem of Sebastian and you don't have to break the bank to go there they have great lunch specials with most dishes ranging from 10 to 30 dollars. So next time you're to bash and make sure to stop by. 

Pelican island national wildlife refuge 

Another recommendation I have for you if you're visiting Sebastian is to visit the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge. it is a beautiful area with tons of wildlife. It is great for bird watching and taking a leisurely stroll around while learning about the natural habitat around you. On the website it says  

“ The Nation’s most historic refuge offers an array of recreation opportunities for birders, nature photographers and other outdoors enthusiasts. Two 3-mile loop trails around managed salt marsh  and mangrove habitats as well as our newest Wildlife Trail give a taste of the refuge’s habitats and wildlife. The easy ¾-mile Centennial walking trail offers views of Centennial Pond and culminates in a 500-foot Americans with Disabilities Act accessible observation tower and boardwalk with a view of Pelican Island proper, located in the middle of the Indian River Lagoon. Fall through spring are considered the best time of year to see the famous residents of Pelican Island, including the migratory white pelicans as well as nesting brown pelicans. For history buffs, there are informational signs along the trails, detailing the story of the Nation’s First Wildlife Refuge, and the people who started it all. Kayaking, boating, and swimming opportunities abound in the Lagoon waters surrounding Pelican Island proper and the many spoil and mangrove islands that fall within the Refuge boundaries.” Definitely a really nice area that you can get outdoors, maybe get some exercise with a great view as well 

Paradolia Brewing Company

Ok so this last place I want to share with you is for all the beer drinkers out there, and that is Paradolia Brewing Company. They are a local brewery here in Sebastian and they have a great selection of craft beer. They have even won some awards for the amazing beer that they have brewed over the years. The owner is a really nice guy, and you can regularly see him there chatting with the locals. There is usually some live music being played in the afternoons and it makes for a nice laidback atmosphere that is great to just hangout and talk with friends. They also have some good food, I would highly recommend the beer cheese that they have there, its so good I love beer cheese don’t even get me started. They also have some wine seltzers and ciders if that is more your style. There is a nice porch so you can enjoy the views and the weather. outside is dog friendly as well so you can bring your pooch to enjoy the afternoon. Like I said it’s a great atmosphere and for many locals its their go to hangout spot.  

Ok everyone so those are some of my favorite things to do here in Sebastian Florida. If you’re thinking about coming down you should definitely consider going to check out the places I mentioned. As you may no by now I am a real estate agent here in Sebastian so if you are considering moving down anywhere to Florida feel free to reach out with me for any questions I would love to give you some helpful tips and tricks for when you do decide to make that move. as always everyone I hope this video helped and if it did make sure to leave a like and comment and make sure to subscribe and check back every week from what I post a new video about living in the beautiful Treasure Coast. with that being said thank you guys so much for watching and I'll see you on the next video take care. 

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