Gulfport, Florida
Votes
2012 Best Small Towns in America
Contest ended: May 16, 2012
28 Votes - "Best For Food"
16 Votes - "Friendliest"
7 Votes - "Most Fun"
3 Votes - "Most Beautiful"
Description
Gulfport, FL is a small beach community full of parks, piers, culture, and delicious dining. The colorful town is buzzing with activity from Fresh Markets every Tuesday showcasing fresh produce, breads, seafood, and condiments to Art Walks the first Friday and third Saturday of every month featuring musicians, artists, and food vendors.
Gulfport celebrates several annual festivals including Get Rescued supporting pet rescues in February, SpringFest highlighting local artists in March, a 4th of July parade, and a Labor Day street fair called Gecko Fest.
Visitors can mosey through the Clam Bayou Nature Preserve, take in the view from Williams Pier, or explore the historic Waterfront District’s varied shops and restaurants. Reviewers rave about Isabelle’s, O’Maddy’s, Tangelo’s and Neptune Grill to name a few.
Locals enjoy recreation at Skyway Fishing Pier and Egmont Key State Parks, let loose at the local Casino, and celebrate the arts in galleries along Beach Blvd. Be sure to visit the All Veterans Memorial Park, which pays tribute to veterans from each branch of the military.
Reviews
- luv our little town, Gulfport is the best!
- on May 15, 2012
- Many good restaurants most within walking distance of the beach.
- on May 15, 2012
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A short stroll through this quaint, artsy beach village offers a variety of cuisines in interesting venues. If you are itching for something tasty and delicious, Gulfport, FL, has the culinary scratch to satisfy your itch! Come and also enjoy the relaxing ambiance, the calm waters of Boca Ciega Bay, interesting boutiques, and the smiles you will receive from folks and shop keepers.
- on May 15, 2012
- Good food, fun things to do. Beach, pier, little shops, street vendors, funky artsy places.
- on May 9, 2012
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GULFPORT HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. O'MADDY'S IS A GREAT PLACE TO EAT-- I'VE NEVER HAD A BAD MEAL THERE AND THE WAIT STAFF IS FABULOUS! tHE PEOPLE COULDN'T BE FRIENDLIER AND i'VE NEVER BEEN TO SUCH A "DOG FRIENDLY" TOWN. THE PEOPLE AND THE DOGS ARE ALWAYS SMILING. iF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A SPECIAL MEAL TRY NEPTUNES GRILL--YUM! BESIDES GREAT FOOD, YOU HAVE TO GO TO AN "ART WALK" ON A FRIDAY NIGHT. THERE'S PLENTY OF MUSIC, FRIENDLY PEOPLE , AND VENDORS GALLORE, WITH MANY UNUSUAL GIFT ITEMS. MAKE SURE YOU VISIT GULFPORT AND WATCH THE SUNSET AND THE BOATS IN THE HARBOR. ENJOY!!
- on May 10, 2012
