Florida Ridge Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Sonia Lorena
Photo by Sonia Lorena

Popular places to visit

McKee Botanical Garden

McKee Botanical Garden

Framing a children’s playground, exotic plants and water features fill this park-like space, where secret trails lead to surprising historic gems.

McKee Botanical Garden
Wabasso Beach Park

Wabasso Beach Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wabasso Beach Park during your trip to Wabasso Beach?

Wabasso Beach Park
South Beach Park

South Beach Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Beach Park during your trip to Vero Beach? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.

South Beach Park
Sexton Plaza Beach

Sexton Plaza Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sexton Plaza Beach during your trip to Vero Beach?

Sexton Plaza Beach
Royal Palm Pointe Park

Royal Palm Pointe Park

Upscale boutiques and restaurants border a scenic riverside park with an interactive fountain and picnic tables in the shade of palm trees.

Royal Palm Pointe Park
Vero Beach Museum of Art

Vero Beach Museum of Art

At the center of the Treasure Coast’s art scene, this museum has a serene sculpture garden and wings filled with temporary and permanent collections.

Vero Beach Museum of Art

Activities

Clear Kayak Tours in Fort Pierce

Clear Kayak Tours in Fort Pierce

AU$138
per adult
Clear Kayak Tours in Fort Pierce
4-Hour Mangrove Island and Dolphin Watch Sandbar in Fort Pierce

4-Hour Mangrove Island and Dolphin Watch Sandbar in Fort Pierce

AU$121
per adult
4-Hour Mangrove Island and Dolphin Watch Sandbar in Fort Pierce
Fort Pierce: 4-hr Mangroves & Dolphin Watch Sandbar in FL

Fort Pierce: 4-hr Mangroves & Dolphin Watch Sandbar in FL

AU$106
per adult
Fort Pierce: 4-hr Mangroves & Dolphin Watch Sandbar in FL
Fort Pierce: 2-hr Jungle Tour at Prehistoric Preserve in FL

Fort Pierce: Prehistoric Preserve Kayak Tour

AU$84
per adult
Fort Pierce: Prehistoric Preserve Kayak Tour
Fort Pierce: 6-hr Mangroves, Coastal Rivers & Wildlife in FL

Fort Pierce: 6-hr Mangroves, Coastal Rivers & Wildlife in FL

AU$136
per adult
Fort Pierce: 6-hr Mangroves, Coastal Rivers & Wildlife in FL
A fun family and friend discovery day inside our jungle tour

2- Hour Jungle Tour at Prehistoric Preserve Site in Fort Pierce

AU$90
per adult
2- Hour Jungle Tour at Prehistoric Preserve Site in Fort Pierce
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Our pick of the best Florida Ridge Hotel Deals

At Home Inn

At Home Inn

2.5 out of 5
7025 Okeechobee Road, Fort Pierce, FL
The price is AU$86 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$86
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Fort Pierce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Good service"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

At Home Inn
Hutchinson Island Hotel

Hutchinson Island Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1230 Seaway Drive, Hutchinson Island, Fort Pierce, FL
The price is AU$220 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$220
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Fort Pierce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,431 reviews)
"My wife and I were there to celebrate a wedding over the weekend. The bathroom and closet could use a few updates. Otherwise, the facility was excellent along with the staff. We would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Hutchinson Island Hotel
Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa by IHG

Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa by IHG

4 out of 5
3500 Ocean Dr, Vero Beach, FL
The price is AU$388 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$388
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Vero Beach. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Good location. Friendly staff. Room needed updating."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa by IHG
Ocean Breeze Inn Vero Beach

Ocean Breeze Inn Vero Beach

3.5 out of 5
3384 Ocean Dr, Vero Beach, FL
The price is AU$217 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$217
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Vero Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The Rooms were surrounding the outdoor pool and was flanked against a local restaurant having the Atlantic Ocean beach just a few steps further. There wasn’t much to classify as we “didn’t like” during our visit."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Ocean Breeze Inn Vero Beach
Costa d'Este Beach Resort and Spa

Costa d'Este Beach Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3244 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL
The price is AU$448 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$448
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Vero Beach. Enjoy a full-service spa, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"This property is probably the best in VERO three generations. I grew up in this town and coming back to stay at this hotel. I must say it’s absolutely perfect. The restaurant food at the hotel was spot on, the pool/Jacuzzi we enjoyed every day/night wonderful restaurants, walking distance, only negative ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Costa d'Este Beach Resort and Spa
SpringHill Suites Port St. Lucie

SpringHill Suites Port St. Lucie

3 out of 5
2000 NW Courtyard Cir, Port Saint Lucie, FL
The price is AU$166 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$166
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Port Saint Lucie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"It"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

SpringHill Suites Port St. Lucie
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Other neighbourhoods around Florida Ridge

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Vero Beach South

Though Vero Beach South may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like McKee Botanical Garden and Vero Beach Country Club.

Vero Beach South
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Moorings

Moorings might not have many top sights, but Round Island Oceanside Park and South Beach Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Moorings
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South Beach

While visiting South Beach, you might make a stop by sights like South Beach Park and Round Island Oceanside Park.

South Beach
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Rock Ridge

When in Rock Ridge, you can plan a visit to McKee Botanical Garden and Vero Beach Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Rock Ridge
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Castaway Cove

While Castaway Cove isn't home to many top sights, South Beach Park and McKee Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Castaway Cove
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Downtown

While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Vero Beach Commmunity Center Park and Indian River Citrus Museum.

Downtown

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