About

Long before our ship sailed the waters of Fort Myers Beach, Pieces of Eight was the name given to the most famous treasure coin of the New World — the Spanish silver “Eight Reales.” These glittering coins fueled the dreams of pirates and privateers alike, who risked everything to plunder Spanish galleons returning to Europe with their holds full of riches.

Our own Pieces of Eight was built in 2005 as a 65-foot, 79-ton replica Spanish galleon — 25 feet wide, powered by twin diesel engines, and fully inspected by the U.S. Coast Guard. She’s a mighty vessel, able to carry up to 100 hearty pirates across the waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

When Hurricane Ian roared ashore in 2022, the Pieces of Eight faced the storm head-on. While Salty Sam’s Marina took heavy damage, this iron-hearted galleon held strong. She bears a few bumps and bruises on her starboard bow to this day — proud battle scars that remind us of her strength and the resilience of our crew and community.

Today, she sails once again, hosting laughter, adventure, and pirate mischief for all who dare step aboard. So when you board the Pieces of Eight, take a moment to run your hand along her hull — you’re touching a piece of pirate history that’s weathered both time and tempest.

Even pirates need a place to wet their whistles, and aboard the Pieces of Eight, you’ll find the finest watering hole on the seven seas — The Pirate Pub! Tucked below deck in our air-conditioned galley, this hidden treasure is stocked with everything ye could crave on your voyage.

Sip on our famous Pirate’s Punch, sample a tropical cocktail, or cool off with a cold beer or glass of wine as we sail the Gulf. Little buccaneers can join the fun too with kid-friendly drinks served in true pirate fashion.

Surrounded by authentic pirate décor, weathered wood, and the sound of laughter echoing through the ship, the Pirate Pub is where tall tales are told and good times flow. Whether ye be a scallywag or a captain, everyone’s welcome to raise a glass and toast to adventure!