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A State Museum full of artifacts and history, along with the Cedar Key Historical Society Museum, is located along the small old-fashioned streets of downtown. A winding walk through the island brings you to many gift shops, local restaurants and lodging.
Visitors come from all over to shop for unique hand-made gifts, without the hassle of parking problems. For those who would like to ride instead of stroll, golf carts can be rented by the hour, day or month as an inexpensive and convenient way to get around the island. Cedar Key even has an airport with small craft airplanes coming and going. A taxi is on hand for those who need a ride into town and back to the airport.
Events are held throughout the year. Many people enjoy the 4th of July Annual Clam Festival at the City Park, with fireworks over the Gulf. In October, you can enjoy a two day Seafood festival and the Birding Experience. A Star Gazing event is held in February. One of the most popular events, the weekend Art Festival, is held in April.
Fishermen looking for the “Catch of the Day” come to Cedar Key and launch their boats at the City Marina and head out into the sparkling Gulf water. Others enjoy fishing from the Big Pier, located on Dock Street. This is a favorite activity for many visitors, as well. There are local Charter Captains who will show you the best fishing spots, and tour guides to take you out to other islands surrounding Cedar Key. For even more adventure, canoes, kayaks and boats can be rented from local vendors.In April 2004, a renovation of the City Park and Playground was completed. Now children have new state-of-the-art play equipment to enjoy. The restrooms, containing showers, have also been renovated. The City Beach, adjacent to the park, with soft white sand is a great place to relax, swim and sunbathe.
For those who enjoy a beautiful walk through natural environments, the Cedar Key Railroad Trestle Nature Trail was opened on May 31, 2004. While strolling down the nature trail, it may be interesting to note that this path was used by the railroad from Cedar Key to Fernandina Beach during the years 1861 to 1932.
After a leisurely visit to charming Cedar Key, many people enjoy feeling relaxed, and rested. Most visitors return for an occasional dose of the simple life, others return to buy or build homes and live on the quaint little island of Cedar Key.Our thanks to the Cedar Key Beacon for contributing to this story. For more information, please call the Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce at (352) 543-5600.