Located in Florida's Treasure Coast, Stuart is the site of several shipwrecks from the 1700s, when Spanish galleons carrying gold and silver coins and other treasures were wrecked offshore in a hurricane. Early settlers came to stay in this area, which was once known as Potsdam. In 1895 the name was changed to Stuart.
Stuart was incorporated in 1914, and became the county seat. Tourism has kept this city alive for many years, particularly with the extensive charter boat business.
Water Sports are Big
Stuart is known as the "sailfish capital of the world." The community attracts numerous sports fishermen looking to catch the coveted sailfish and other sport fish offshore and in local waters. So, kick off your shoes and wet a line for some of the best surf, river and lake fishing in the state.
You can enjoy the natural scene at Stuart by walking on the beach, hunting for shells, catching the waves, diving, windsurfing or watching for large, lumbering sea turtles crawling ashore to lay their eggs in the sand.
Many other activities are available at the area parks. They include playground and picnic areas, shuffleboard, racquetball and tennis courts, fishing areas and boat ramps.
Step back in time and stroll along Osceola and Flagler Streets, where you can browse the shops. With soft pink sidewalks cushioning your every step, you can enjoy the cozy atmosphere. Victorian style lampposts, beautiful trees and shrubs are all around as you enter the lobby of the Lyric Theatre and reminisce about the many performers who've appeared on stage.
Satisfying your appetite can be a gourmet delight.
While you'll rave about the cuisine, in many instances it is matched by the ambience at area restaurants, sidewalk cafes, downtown bistros and country club dining areas.
In the relaxing atmosphere of many hotels, motels, inns and
resorts, accommodations
range from the modest to magnificent. Visitors can enjoy tastefully decorated
rooms or elegant apartments and villas with gorgeous ocean and river views.
If you prefer, you can turn back the clock with the quaint hospitality
of popular Bed and Breakfast Inns representing the old Florida lifestyle with
the comfort of today in rustic settings.
Stuart is definitely the place to visit and enjoy!
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