Stuart

By car

Get off I-95 at SW Martin Highway. Follow the road east into the city.
US-1 runs directly through central Stuart, across the Roosevelt Bridge from Jensen Beach.

By plane

• Witham Field

  phone: +1 772 221-2374
  address: 2011 Airport Road
  Not a commercial hub, but if you plan on visiting, it's best to bring your own plane.
• Palm Beach International (PBI) Closest commercial hub to Stuart and the Treasure Coast. Now serving Denver, Colorado.
• Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Major hub airport with free Wi-Fi and area to observe the landing and take-off of planes.
• Miami International Airport (MIA). Busiest airport in Florida with an on-site hotel and wide art gallery.

By train

The closest railroad station is in West Palm Beach; this station serves two passenger lines: Amtrak and Tri-Rail.
There has been much controversy of the Treasure Coast getting passenger train stations; if these plans go through, they will be serving the Florida East Coast Railway on rails that have not been touched by the rumbling wheels of passenger trains since the mid-1900s. The FEC and Amtrak have been negotiating this issue since 2012, and plans include new and improved stations from Stuart to Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie may get served as well, Vero Beach, Melbourne, Cocoa Beach, and Daytona Beach.

On foot

Central Stuart is very compact and is easy to walk around. The Lyric Theatre and Memorial Park are easily within walking distance.

By car

Stuart is easy to navigate, and not very spread out. Streets in the downtown area tend to be compact, so it's best to stay alert while driving. The notorious Confusion Corner in Downtown lives up to its name, a junction of 8 roads, a roundabout and many angular spurs, as well as a railroad track running along side.

By bus

Martin County, including Jensen and Stuart, has their own public transit system now, and its nickname among the residents is the "Marty". The Marty has one route partially served by the Treasure Coast Connector from the PSL Wal-Mart on US-1 to the Treasure Coast Connector Mall and further down south to local hospital and bank in Stuart. There are three routes:

• Route 1 takes you from the PSL Wal-Mart to the local bank in Stuart.
• Route 3 takes you through Stuart through a loop from Kiwanis Park to Witham Field, Martin High School and the intersection of US-1 and Kanner Hwy.

Stuart has many attractions to see, some of which include:

• Sailfish FountainThe Sailfish Fountain in the middle of the Sailfish Capital of the World's downtown is simply breathtaking, especially at night.

• The House of RefugeStuart's house of refuge is the last one standing on the east Floridian coast, and is quite a neat story.

• The Lyric Theatre

  address: 59 SW Flagler Street
  This old historic theater hosts neat live plays.

• Memorial ParkAmazing park in the center of downtown and is the viewing area for many amazing parades held by the city. War museum close by as well as a playground, and you can take in the astounding views of the park.

• Elliott Museum

  address: 825 NE Ocean Blvd
  On Hutchinson Island, this museum is home to an extensive gallery of cars and art.

Stuart is a magnificent waterside town with most of the fun being by the water. Other than waterside fun, here are some great attractions to enjoy:

• Downtown Stuart: This downtown is truly amazing. It has shopping and great restaurants and is a treat for the whole family.
• The Beach: The Stuart, Bathtub, and Jensen beaches are very nice and truly a wonderful relaxing place to be. Look for small sea life (espcially at Bathtub beach at low tide) and relax. Don't forget your boogie boards or surf boards! You will want them.
• Fishing at Causeway Park: Causeway park is a wonderful fishing place over the bridge in Jensen Beach. It is fun, has a small playground and facilities.
• Downtown Jensen: Across the bridge, downtown Jensen offers tons of fun in the hip, artsy little town.
• Shelton Park: This neat park offers several boardwalks which are great for fishing, or a romantic walk.
• West and East Island Park: A neat little park. Nice for picnics.

Fun by the water

• Jonathan Dickinson Park: A short drive away in Hobe Sound, this breath-taking river offers kayaking and other boating. While you're here, see and learn about the man who started this park, and lived alone out there for 50 years.
• Deep Sea Fishing: A fun activity for true fishermen.
• Parasailing/Jet Skiing: A fun way to enjoy the pure beauty of the St. Lucie Sound.
• Oceanographic Place: Walk around this nice sized park. It has breathtaking views and a tour guide to show them to you. You will love the mangroves, trees, and animals you will learn about on this walk.

Family fun

• Sailfish Splash Waterpark

  phone: +1 772 320-3100
  address: 931 SE Ruhnke St
  A small water park, Sailfish Splash ought to help you get in a fun day of play with a 1,000-foot lazy river, two four story water slides, a 7,326-square-foot "playground", and competitive style pools.

• 76 Golf World

  phone: +1 772 220-7676
  address: 6801 S. Kanner Hwy, 34997
  Golf World 76 is one of the most fun family centers on the Treasure Coast; check out their 18 slightly strange, yet entertaining golf holes, two go-kart tracks, batting cages, bounce houses, gyro-scope ride, an on-site arcade, and many other attractions.

There are many gift shops located around Downtown Stuart, mostly selling T-Shirts and other clothing suitable to help you endure the Florida heat. One shop sells skateboards, a common way for younger residents to get around on sidewalks, except where prohibited. Shoes are also able to be bought in the area from local stores and big-name stores.

• Regency Square

  phone: +1 772 288-0700
  address: 2440 SE Federal Highway
  Clothing stores and restaurants in a classic strip mall. Outside of Downtown Stuart.

• Pineapple Commons

  address: 2435 NW Federal Highway
  Strip mall practically on the border of Jensen Beach and Stuart.

• Riverwalk Cafe

  phone: +1 772 221-1511
  address: 201 SW St. Lucie Ave.
  Restaurant in Downtown Stuart, close to the St. Lucie River; seafood is the specialty, but chicken and pork are available for those with fish allergies or do not like fish.

• Mulligans Beach House Bar & Grill

  phone: +1 772 288-1881
  address: 61 W Osceola Street
  Seaside seafood restaurant in the heart of downtown; Happy Hour from 1-7PM; also has non-fish options.

• Hoffman's Chocolate and Ice Cream

  phone: +1 772 286-1554
  address: 12 SW Osceola Street
  Chocolate and ice cream.

• Luna Italian Restaurant

  address: 49 SW Flagler Avenue
  Claims to serve the best garlic knots on the Treasure Coast.

• HarborsideThis seafood shop has a pleasant ambiance.

• KilwinsIce cream shop.

• Gilbert's Coffee Bar

  phone: +1 772 214-1522
  address: 615 SW Anchorage Way
  Close to downtown in Sunset Bay Marina on the St Lucie River, serving coffee, tea, small plates, beer, and wine, using local ingredients.

• Hutchinson Island Marriott Beach Resort & Marina

  phone: +1 772-225-370
  address: 555 NE Ocean Blvd
  200-acre island resort.

• Ramada Stuart

  phone: +1 772 287-6900
  address: 1200 South Federal Hwy

• Suburban Extended Stay hotel

  phone: +1 772 286-1010
  address: 1900 South Federal Highway
  This hotel offers free high-speed Internet access and HBO.

• Hampton Inn & Suites Stuart-North

  phone: +1 772 692-6922
  address: 1150 NW Federal Hwy
  On the border of Stuart and Jensen Beach, this Hilton branch hotel gives guests free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a free hot breakfast.

• Quality Inn Stuart

  phone: +1 772 287-3171
  address: 950 SE Federal Hwy
  Outdoor pool, free WiFi, free hot breakfast, and guest computer included in one's stay.

Here are the cities nearest to Stuart:

• Jensen Beach - Old college town in Martin County, home to the local mall.
• Port St. Lucie - Home of the New York Mets, the largest city on the Treasure Coast; the City for All Ages.
• Fort Pierce - Largest county seat on the Treasure Coast, retains a small town feel like every town in the area.
• Vero Beach - Former home of the Dodgers with a vibrant downtown.