Timeline
16:29
Grab a drink at Boozgeois Saloon. This local favorite cocktail bar and liquor store is a short walk from the gardens and a perfect spot to settle in before heading to the main event.
16:59
Walk to Heathcote Botanical Gardens. Arrive early to find a quiet spot among the five acres of subtropical plants. The admission fee is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $3 for children aged 6-12. Young children and members enter free.
17:14
Watch the golden light wash over the gardens. On 15 January, the sun sets toward the WSW, casting a warm glow through the foliage as the day winds down.
17:59
Stay a while longer as the light fades. The gardens offer a peaceful end to the afternoon, allowing you to linger in the greenery after the sun has dipped below the horizon.
Local tip
Check the route from Boozgeois Saloon to Heathcote Botanical Gardens if you are unfamiliar with the area.
Check before you go
- Heathcote Botanical Gardens is open for visits, but verify current hours before you go.
- Boozgeois Saloon is a local dive bar and liquor store; check their specific opening times for the evening.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Fort Pierce (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).