Vero Beach
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The Vero Beach Museum of Art , 3001 Riverside Park Dr., is home to several galleries focusing on American and International artists; phone (772) 231-0707.
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Sebastian Inlet State Park, 15 miles north on SR A1A, preserves more than 900 acres of barrier island for recreation and wildlife protection. In addition to 3 miles of beach for swimming, surfing and snorkeling, the park has nature trails and a Volksport walking trail. Interpretive programs and two museums also are available; phone (321) 984-4852.
Visitor Centers
Indian River County Chamber of Commerce 1216 21st St. Vero Beach, FL 32960. Phone:(772)567-3491
Shopping in Vero Beach
Discover a variety of shopping experiences in Vero Beach, a waterfront destination located on the Treasure Coast—so named after the priceless goods a Spanish fleet lost offshore in a 1715 storm. Visitors can find their own treasures in the trendy boutiques and traditional shopping centers at this destination.
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Getting a deal on designer items is as easy as going to Vero Beach Outlets (1824 94th Dr.), an open-air outlet mall. Ann Taylor Factory, Nike Factory Outlet and Tommy Hilfiger are among the dozens of brands and retailers on-site. Phone (772) 770-6097.
<img id="dtl_image" src="//prdtdr1.national.aaa.com/tdr-images/thumbnail/1712976?992" alt="1712976" />Indian River Mall (6200 20th St., off SR 60) offers more than 60 stores, food places and services. JCPenney and Dillard’s anchor the mall. Phone (772) 770-9404.
Boutiques and one-of-a-kind shops can be found along SR A1A, which has the added benefit of being near the beach with access to waterfront views. The Village Shops features a collection of specialty stores that present fine art, apparel and accessories; phone (772) 231-1066. Head southward to Maus & Hoffman, 981 Beachland Blvd., a longtime family-owned boutique, which sells high-end, custom sportswear; phone (772) 226-5028.