Apalachicola offers a 146-block historic district, including the David G. Raney House and Trinity Episcopal Church, both of architectural interest. As a working fishing village, Apalachicola fascinates many who enjoy its activity and authenticity. For prime-time shopping, you'll need to travel to Tallahassee or Panama City. For antiques, shop Havana or Quincy in rural Gadsden County, north of the national forest and northwest of Tallahassee. The best thing about the nightlife here is the seafood.
Some people go to Apalachicola primarily to eat out.
It's alleged that the Magnolia Grill gets a little pretentious at times, especially after receiving a rave review. Also worth a try are the Oyster Cove Restaurant or Finni's Bar and Grill on St. George Island. College Scene Were it not for the Internet and distance learning, Franklin County would be in the educational wilderness. But today, wherever books, computers, radios and televisions go, education occurs. There's no escaping, however, the obvious lack of post-secondary schools in the county.