Located along Florida’s Treasure Coast, Martin County is one of Florida’s best-kept secrets. Discover more than 22 miles of uncrowded beaches and over 100,000 acres of parks and conservation land. From high-end shopping and unique attractions to countless aquatic adventures and a dynamic arts and cultural scene, there’s something for every type of business traveler to enjoy. So, what are you waiting for? Host your next meeting in paradise!
The Elliott Museum boasts an impressive collection of vintage automobiles, plus rare baseball memorabilia, artwork, revolving exhibits and more. Across the street, the 57-acre Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center houses diverse marine life and fascinating displays about Florida’s coastal ecosystems in the new Ocean EcoCenter. Explore natural wonders like Jonathan Dickinson State Park and Blowing Rocks Preserve in Hobe Sound. Or get a taste of unique agritourism experiences in rustic Indiantown.
Sitting on the most bio-diverse lagoon estuary in the Northern Hemisphere, Martin County is an angler’s paradise. Home to more than 800 species of fish, visitors can embark on inshore, offshore, saltwater and freshwater fishing excursions. There are also more than 28 world-class golf courses to swing by the sea—including Sailfish Sands, Florida’s first reversible 9-hole course. Or spend your sun-drenched days sailing, paddle boarding, diving, horseback riding, cycling and more! Our award-winning Explore Natural Martin ecotourism program (developed in partnership with Leave No Trace) can also plan customized eco-tours for groups of all sizes.
Historic Downtown Stuart (crowned “America’s Happiest Seaside Town” by Coastal Living Magazine and the “Best Coastal Small Town” in the USA TODAY 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards) is teeming with charming storefronts, colorful galleries and waterfront eateries. Jensen Beach also offers one-of-kind shops to find the perfect souvenir, along with the upscale boutiques of Sewall’s Point, Hobe Sound and Palm City.
Martin County offers a variety of versatile meeting venues, from sophisticated conference facilities to unique outdoor spaces. Impress your team with waterfront views at the Marriott Hutchinson Island Beach Resort, Golf & Marina (which just completed a stunning $50 million dollar renovation) or host your event on-site at the award-winning Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa in Jensen Beach. Meeting planners will also appreciate the area’s accessibility—just a short drive from four major Florida airports (Palm Beach International, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International, Orlando International, and Miami International).
“Martin County offers meeting planners an accessible, inspiring destination with tranquil settings and hidden gems, perfect for creating unforgettable group experiences.”—Nerissa Okiye, Martin County Tourism Director