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Things to Do in Port St. Lucie (2026)
The Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens at 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd is a 20-acre oasis with themed gardens, including a butterfly garden and a children's garden. Admβ¦ πΏ Explore the Botanical Gardens
The Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens at 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd is a 20-acre oasis with themed gardens, including a butterfly garden and a children's garden. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. It's open Tuesday through Saturday from 9am to 4pm, and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Insider tip: visit on the first Saturday of the month for the free guided tour at 10am.
βΎ Catch a Mets Spring Training Game
Clover Park, at 31 Piazza Dr, is the spring training home of the New York Mets. Games run from late February through March, and tickets start around $15 for lawn seating. The stadium underwent a $57 million renovation in 2020, adding more shade and wider concourses. Arrive early to watch batting practice and snag autographs near the dugouts.
π£ Paddle the North Fork
The North Fork of the St. Lucie River offers calm waters perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding. Rentals are available at River Park Marina (500 E Prima Vista Blvd) for about $30 for two hours. Keep an eye out for manatees and otters, especially in the cooler months. For a guided experience, book a tour with South River Outfitters, which launches from Veterans Park.
π¨ Discover the MIDFLORIDA Event Center
The MIDFLORIDA Event Center at 9221 SE Civic Center Pl hosts concerts, comedy shows, and community events throughout the year. Check their calendar for tribute bands and family-friendly performances. The adjacent Civic Center Park has a playground and walking trails, making it a good combo for an afternoon out. Parking is free and plentiful.
ποΈ Relax at Jensen Beach
Just a 20-minute drive from Port St. Lucie, Jensen Beach Park at 4191 NE Ocean Blvd offers pristine sands and calm waters. Parking is $5 per day, and lifeguards are on duty from 9am to 5pm. The nearby downtown Jensen Beach has charming shops and cafes for a post-beach stroll. Insider tip: visit on a weekday for fewer crowds.
ποΈ Shop at Treasure Coast Square
Treasure Coast Square at 3174 NW Federal Hwy is the area's main mall, anchored by Dillard's, Macy's, and JCPenney. It's open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 9pm and Sunday from 11am to 6pm. The food court includes local favorites like Pollo Tropical. During the holidays, the mall hosts a popular Santa photo experience.
π½οΈ Dine at Local Seafood Spots
For fresh seafood, head to The Tin Fish at 100 S 2nd St in nearby Fort Pierce, about 15 minutes away. Their grouper sandwich is a local legend, priced around $16. Closer to home, Bonefish Mac's Sports Grille at 10800 S US Hwy 1 offers casual seafood and burgers in a lively atmosphere. Reservations aren't needed, but expect a wait on weekend evenings.
π³ Hike at Oxbow Eco-Center
The Oxbow Eco-Center at 5400 NE St. James Dr is a 225-acre preserve with hiking trails, a butterfly garden, and educational exhibits. Admission is free, and it's open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm. The trails are mostly shaded, making them comfortable even in summer. Don't miss the observation deck overlooking the North Fork.
If u go to the botanical gardens, the first sat tour is solid but honestly just wander the butterfly area on ur own. Also check the green market at the civic center on weekends, small but decent produce & local honey
The Elliott Museum on Hutchinson Island is worth the short drive, their vintage car collection and rotating exhibits surprised me.
Port St. Lucie is great for a stopover, but the real gem nearby is a walk at the Oxbow Eco-Center, which you've included. I'd also recommend the Saturday morning green market at the Civic Center for local honey.
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3 Days in New York: Itinerary 2026
Start your morning at the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Ferries depart from Battery Park (1 Battery Pl) every 30 minutes from 8:30 AM; book tickets in advance for $β¦ π½ Day 1: Lower Manhattan
Start your morning at the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Ferries depart from Battery Park (1 Battery Pl) every 30 minutes from 8:30 AM; book tickets in advance for $24. Afternoon, walk the Financial District to see Wall Street and the 9/11 Memorial, then grab lunch at the historic Fraunces Tavern (54 Pearl St).
π Day 1: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO
Cross the Brooklyn Bridge on foot around 4 PM to catch sunset views. It takes about 30 minutes. Once in DUMBO, explore Washington Street for the iconic Manhattan Bridge photo, then have dinner at Juliana's Pizza (19 Old Fulton St) for classic New York slices.
π Day 2: Midtown Manhattan
Spend the morning at the Museum of Modern Art (11 W 53rd St), open 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM; admission is $25. Walk to Rockefeller Center (45 Rockefeller Plaza) for Top of the Rock views ($40). Lunch at the nearby Shake Shack (1 Madison Ave) for a quick burger.
ποΈ Day 2: Times Square & Theater
Head to Times Square in the late afternoon for the neon lights and street performers. Book a Broadway show in advance; tickets range from $50 to $200. For dinner, try Carmine's (200 W 44th St) for family-style Italian, or grab a slice at Junior's (1515 Broadway).
π³ Day 3: Central Park & Upper East Side
Start with a stroll through Central Park, entering at 59th St and 5th Ave. Rent a rowboat at the Loeb Boathouse ($15 per hour) or visit the Central Park Zoo ($13.95). Walk to the Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 5th Ave) for a few hours; pay-what-you-wish for NY residents, $25 for others.
π Getting Around
Use the subway for most trips; a single ride is $2.90 with a MetroCard or contactless payment. For short distances, walking is often faster than a taxi. Avoid driving due to heavy traffic and expensive parking. Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft are widely available but cost more.
π° Money-Saving Tips
Buy a 7-day MetroCard for $34 if you plan to ride the subway multiple times daily. Many museums have free or pay-what-you-wish hours; check websites before visiting. Street food like hot dogs and halal carts offer cheap meals under $10.
the high line is totally worth squeezing in if you can. you can hop on at gansevort street and walk the elevated park up to hudson yards, it's free and gives you a completely different view of the city. also for a quick breakfast near your midtown day, try a bagel from ess-a-bagel on 3rd ave, they're open 24 hours and their everything bagel with scallion cream cheese is unbeatable.
I'd shift your day 1 afternoon route slightly. After the 9/11 Memorial, cut over to Stone Street instead of heading straight to Fraunces Tavern. It's a cobblestone block between William and Pearl that's closed to traffic, and in warm weather they put tables right in the street. A bunch of old taverns and gastropubs line it, and you can grab a beer at The Dead Rabbit or a pint at Ulysses'. Fraunces Tavern is great for history but Stone Street feels more alive and has better food options for lunch.
one thing this guide gets right is juliana's in dumbo, but if there's a line (and there will be) just walk two blocks down to grimaldi's under the bridge. same coal oven pizza, same family recipe, usually shorter wait. also for day 1 lower manhattan, stop by the seaport district after your financial district walk. there's a little park with deck chairs right on the east river and you get a killer view of the brooklyn bridge from the other side, way less crowded than the bridge itself