Situated along the Indian River Lagoon an hour south of Cocoa Beach, Sebastian is a premier fishing and surfing destination on Florida’s Atlantic Coast where salty adventures abound, both on and off the water.
The Sebastian Riverfront offers plentiful fishing and boating opportunities, including fishing charters and boat rentals, top-notch waterfront dining, popular beach bars and breweries, live music, and more. Riverview Park, the city’s main gathering space, hosts River Days & Craft Brew Hullabaloo, Sebastian Riverfront Fine Arts + Music Festival, the Annual Sebastian Clambake, and other major events throughout the year. For families with young children, the Splash Pad at Riverview Park is a fun way to cool off in warm weather.
Sea turtles and surfers alike are right at home on the unspoiled shores of Sebastian Inlet State Park, a haven for paddlers, beachgoers, and anglers. Sebastian Inlet is where surfers can ride “Monster Hole,” a challenge even for skilled surfers, which forms a third of a mile offshore.
Families of all ages will enjoy a trip to Mel Fisher Treasure Museum to learn about shipwrecks and sunken treasure, and birders and wildlife enthusiasts won’t want to miss a visit to the 5,400-acre Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge, the country’s first national wildlife refuge, which offers hiking and walking trails as well as an ADA-accessible observation tower and boardwalk where visitors can get sweeping views of Pelican Island and the Indian River Lagoon.
Plan your trip at Visit Indian River County.
BEACHES
Sebastian is just minutes from some of the state’s top family-friendly beaches.
FAMILY FUN
Play in the water, visit the parks, and check out the area’s other family-friendly attractions.
MUSEUMS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Learn about shipwrecks and treasure, listen to live music, and check out fun festivals.
WATERWAYS
Sebastian’s waterways offer boating, fishing, and eco-tourism opportunities.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Explore the water, hit the trails, and get acquainted with dolphins and other animals that call this area home.
ACCESSIBILITY
Visit the area’s accessible attractions.
DINING
Sebastian’s eclectic mix of eateries offer everything from fresh seafood on the riverfront to craft beer at local breweries.
SHOPPING
Shop everything from quaint boutiques to major retailers.
SPAS OR OTHER
Include a spa treatment in your vacation itinerary.
SPORTS
Play tennis, golf, or take to the sky for an adrenaline-filled adventure.
PET-FRIENDLY ADVENTURES
Check out Sebastian’s dog-friendly attractions, restaurants, and parks.
PLACES TO STAY
Book a stay at a vacation rental, campground, hotel, or resort.
