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Things to Do, Eating, Shopping
Shopping and Restaurants
Shopping and Restaurants - A few minutes drive from our guest suite. At the time of this printing, Restaurants include: Moe's Southwest Grill, Five Guys Burgers, California Pizza Kitchen, Amore Brick Oven Pizza, Amfora Mediterranean Restaurant, Olive Garden, Panera Bread, Ruth's Chris Steak House, Starbucks Coffee, and many more. Shopping includes: Target, Best Buy, Marshalls, Ross, Dillards, TJ Maxx, and many many more smaller shops!
218 locals recommend
Coconut Point
23106 Fashion DrShopping and Restaurants - A few minutes drive from our guest suite. At the time of this printing, Restaurants include: Moe's Southwest Grill, Five Guys Burgers, California Pizza Kitchen, Amore Brick Oven Pizza, Amfora Mediterranean Restaurant, Olive Garden, Panera Bread, Ruth's Chris Steak House, Starbucks Coffee, and many more. Shopping includes: Target, Best Buy, Marshalls, Ross, Dillards, TJ Maxx, and many many more smaller shops!
Outlet Shops and Restaurants. Over 60 Outlet shops for high-end retailers. Bring your walking shoes . . . and buy some too. :-)
349 locals recommend
Miromar Outlets
10801 Corkscrew RdOutlet Shops and Restaurants. Over 60 Outlet shops for high-end retailers. Bring your walking shoes . . . and buy some too. :-)
This a wonderful plaza with so many shops and restaurants to visit! To name a few: Target, Home Goods, Marshalls, Ross, Burlington, Ron Jon Surf Shop, Bass Pro Shop, Panera, BJs Restaurant, Cheddars, Chipolte, First Watch, World of Beer
115 locals recommend
Gulf Coast Town Center
9903 Gulf Coast Main StThis a wonderful plaza with so many shops and restaurants to visit! To name a few: Target, Home Goods, Marshalls, Ross, Burlington, Ron Jon Surf Shop, Bass Pro Shop, Panera, BJs Restaurant, Cheddars, Chipolte, First Watch, World of Beer
DAY TRIP: Very nice location to visit. Lots of quaint shops and restaurants. On the water so enjoy eating and sightseeing!
191 locals recommend
Fishermens Village Resort
1200 W Retta EsplanadeDAY TRIP: Very nice location to visit. Lots of quaint shops and restaurants. On the water so enjoy eating and sightseeing!
Downtown Fort Myers - Lots of shops and restaurants. Right on the Caloosahatchee River.
17 locals recommend
River District
2180 W First StDowntown Fort Myers - Lots of shops and restaurants. Right on the Caloosahatchee River.
Grocery Stores
Twenty-minute drive but worth the trip . . . Gourmet food, grocery items, and entertainment.
90 locals recommend
Oakes Farms Seed to Table Market
4835 Immokalee RdTwenty-minute drive but worth the trip . . . Gourmet food, grocery items, and entertainment.
Only 1/2 mile from our guest suite. Nice clean grocery store.
Publix Super Market at Corkscrew Village
21301 S Tamiami TrailOnly 1/2 mile from our guest suite. Nice clean grocery store.
Upscale Super Walmart - Has both grocery items and Walmart store items. Only 1/2 mile from our guest suite.
101 locals recommend
Walmart Supercenter
1619 Del Prado Blvd SUpscale Super Walmart - Has both grocery items and Walmart store items. Only 1/2 mile from our guest suite.
Sprouts Farmers Market
2224 Logan Blvd NGourmet grocery store with lots of organic options
Day Trip Ideas
DAY TRIP: On Marco Island. Spend the day at the beach and also explore Marco. Lots of places to grab a bite to eat and shop.
98 locals recommend
Tigertail Beach
430 Hernando DrDAY TRIP: On Marco Island. Spend the day at the beach and also explore Marco. Lots of places to grab a bite to eat and shop.
DAY TRIP: In Naples there is a quaint shopping village which is not to be missed. Lots of small shops in mall-style buildings. While in Naples, make sure to see the Naples Pier, Third Street shopping and of course Fifth Avenue.
193 locals recommend
Tin City
1200 5th Ave SDAY TRIP: In Naples there is a quaint shopping village which is not to be missed. Lots of small shops in mall-style buildings. While in Naples, make sure to see the Naples Pier, Third Street shopping and of course Fifth Avenue.
World Famous Zoo (Caribbean Gardens) with lots of animals and shows. It is in Naples. While there, don't miss out on visiting the Naples Pier, Tin City, and the Coastland Mall. Entrance fee required at the zoo.
Take a boat ride to see the monkeys or feed the giraffes by hand, very knowledgeable and kind staff.
407 locals recommend
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens
1590 Goodlette-Frank RdWorld Famous Zoo (Caribbean Gardens) with lots of animals and shows. It is in Naples. While there, don't miss out on visiting the Naples Pier, Tin City, and the Coastland Mall. Entrance fee required at the zoo.
Take a boat ride to see the monkeys or feed the giraffes by hand, very knowledgeable and kind staff.
DAY TRIP: Famous Fifth Avenue in Naples. If you drive to Naples, make sure to stop here and walk along Fifth Avenue. Lots of shops and restaurants. While here, make sure to also go to the Naples Pier.
84 locals recommend
5th Avenue Shopping Naples Florida
649 5th Ave SDAY TRIP: Famous Fifth Avenue in Naples. If you drive to Naples, make sure to stop here and walk along Fifth Avenue. Lots of shops and restaurants. While here, make sure to also go to the Naples Pier.
DAY TRIP: This is a nice drive for the day. Spend the day at Boca Grande Beaches and visit some nice shops.
167 locals recommend
Boca Grande
DAY TRIP: This is a nice drive for the day. Spend the day at Boca Grande Beaches and visit some nice shops.
DAY TRIP: A nice place to visit for free. Wildlife area with places to park and explore. Lots of mall lakes with sitting areas. Rustic
Babcock Webb Wildlife Management Area
Tuckers GradeDAY TRIP: A nice place to visit for free. Wildlife area with places to park and explore. Lots of mall lakes with sitting areas. Rustic
DAY TRIP: This is a worthy day trip! You can visit and explore the Ringling home and also see the Ringling museum. They have a fair museum with lots of artifacts. Sarasota is roughly a 90 minute drive from our guest suite.
540 locals recommend
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
5401 Bay Shore RdDAY TRIP: This is a worthy day trip! You can visit and explore the Ringling home and also see the Ringling museum. They have a fair museum with lots of artifacts. Sarasota is roughly a 90 minute drive from our guest suite.
DAY TRIP: Very nice location to visit. Lots of quaint shops and restaurants. On the water so enjoy eating and sightseeing!
191 locals recommend
Fishermens Village Resort
1200 W Retta EsplanadeDAY TRIP: Very nice location to visit. Lots of quaint shops and restaurants. On the water so enjoy eating and sightseeing!
DAY TRIP: This island has nice shops and restaurants. There are also beaches and the famous Sanibel lighthouse. Fishing can be done right from the causeway leading onto the island. One of our favorite spots to go for sunset is the causeway leading onto the island. -
Beaches: 1. Sanibel Lighthouse Beach Park- a vibrant beach with fishing pier and historic lighthouse. Bathroom facilities. 2. Bowman's Beach- a more secluded beach with a 5 minute walk over a bridge and sand dunes to the perfect sunny spot. 3. Blind Pass Beach- located along the channel between Sanibel and Captiva. Strong currents- no swimming allowed. Good for shelling, sunbathing and fishing. 4. Tarpon Bay Beach- showers and bathrooms available.
Nature: 1. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge- great for fishing, bird watching, alligator spotting, tram tour, and visitors center. 2. Captiva Cruises- enjoy a sunset or shelling trip aboard this boat. Watch for dolphins playing in the wake.
Restaurants: 1. Doc Ford's Rum Bar and Grille- Caribbean style food and drinks. 2. Traders- fantastic seafood and gift shop 3. The Island Cow- casual American cuisine with large portions 4. Matzaluna Italian
111 locals recommend
Sanibel Island
DAY TRIP: This island has nice shops and restaurants. There are also beaches and the famous Sanibel lighthouse. Fishing can be done right from the causeway leading onto the island. One of our favorite spots to go for sunset is the causeway leading onto the island. -
Beaches: 1. Sanibel Lighthouse Beach Park- a vibrant beach with fishing pier and historic lighthouse. Bathroom facilities. 2. Bowman's Beach- a more secluded beach with a 5 minute walk over a bridge and sand dunes to the perfect sunny spot. 3. Blind Pass Beach- located along the channel between Sanibel and Captiva. Strong currents- no swimming allowed. Good for shelling, sunbathing and fishing. 4. Tarpon Bay Beach- showers and bathrooms available.
Nature: 1. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge- great for fishing, bird watching, alligator spotting, tram tour, and visitors center. 2. Captiva Cruises- enjoy a sunset or shelling trip aboard this boat. Watch for dolphins playing in the wake.
Restaurants: 1. Doc Ford's Rum Bar and Grille- Caribbean style food and drinks. 2. Traders- fantastic seafood and gift shop 3. The Island Cow- casual American cuisine with large portions 4. Matzaluna Italian
Things to Do
Water Park in Naples. About 30 miles South of our guest suite. Spend the day soaking in the sun, floating in a lazy river and going down slides. Entrance Fee required
93 locals recommend
Sun-N-Fun Lagoon
15000 Livingston RdWater Park in Naples. About 30 miles South of our guest suite. Spend the day soaking in the sun, floating in a lazy river and going down slides. Entrance Fee required
Kayak or canoe down the famous Estero river. Enjoy an abundance of wildlife along the way! ** Just down the street from our guest suite so an easy way to spend the day!
30 locals recommend
Estero River Outfitters
20991 S Tamiami TrailKayak or canoe down the famous Estero river. Enjoy an abundance of wildlife along the way! ** Just down the street from our guest suite so an easy way to spend the day!
DAY TRIP: If gambling is your thing . . . This is a full-style casino. This is 35 miles from our guest suite. Not a small place, this is an upscale casino. Located in Immokalee. The city is less desireable, but the casino is gorgeous.
33 locals recommend
Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee
506 S 1st StDAY TRIP: If gambling is your thing . . . This is a full-style casino. This is 35 miles from our guest suite. Not a small place, this is an upscale casino. Located in Immokalee. The city is less desireable, but the casino is gorgeous.
Famous homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. Take a tour of the houses, gardens and workshops. Entrance fee required.
459 locals recommend
Edison & Ford Winter Estates
2350 McGregor BlvdFamous homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. Take a tour of the houses, gardens and workshops. Entrance fee required.
If you like flea markets, this is a gem. One of the largest flea markets in all of Florida. Will take a whole day to walk through.
Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday - Free admission and parking
30 locals recommend
Fleamasters Fleamarket
4135 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdIf you like flea markets, this is a gem. One of the largest flea markets in all of Florida. Will take a whole day to walk through.
Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday - Free admission and parking
Shell Factory
2787 N Tamiami TrailA great place to visit for Florida-related activities.
If you like trains, this is the place for you. In Fort Myers. Entrance Fee required.
6 locals recommend
Railroad Museum of South Florida
7330 Gladiolus DrIf you like trains, this is the place for you. In Fort Myers. Entrance Fee required.
A fun cruise aboard a pirate ship. For kids and adults. They have a rum cruise for adults only during the evening.
26 locals recommend
Salty Sam's Pirate Cruise
2500 Main StA fun cruise aboard a pirate ship. For kids and adults. They have a rum cruise for adults only during the evening.
Historic Theme style park. In Historic downtown Bonita Springs.
75 locals recommend
Everglades Wonder Gardens
27180 Old 41 RdHistoric Theme style park. In Historic downtown Bonita Springs.
Small Flea Market in Bonita Springs. Only open on the weekend. Free entrance and free parking.
30 locals recommend
Flamingo Island Flea Market
11902 Bonita Beach Rd SESmall Flea Market in Bonita Springs. Only open on the weekend. Free entrance and free parking.
A great putt-putt golf course that is close to our guest suite in Estero.
23 locals recommend
Congo River Golf
24270 S Tamiami TrailA great putt-putt golf course that is close to our guest suite in Estero.
Rent a boat for the day and explore Estero Bay or the Gulf of Mexico. Visit beaches that are inaccessible to others!
16 locals recommend
Bonita Boat Rentals
26395 Hickory BlvdRent a boat for the day and explore Estero Bay or the Gulf of Mexico. Visit beaches that are inaccessible to others!
Small putt-putt golf course. Family-owned. Great value. In Bonita Springs just South of Estero.
29 locals recommend
Golf Safari Inc
3775 Bonita Beach Rd SWSmall putt-putt golf course. Family-owned. Great value. In Bonita Springs just South of Estero.
If you drive to Naples and like plants/gardens this is a worthy visit.
259 locals recommend
Naples Botanical Garden
4820 Bayshore DrIf you drive to Naples and like plants/gardens this is a worthy visit.
If you go to Sanibel Island and you like birds and wildlife. This drive-through park is a great place to visit!
139 locals recommend
J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
1 Wildlife DriveIf you go to Sanibel Island and you like birds and wildlife. This drive-through park is a great place to visit!
Not to be missed . . . Take a stroll on the pier. See fish and birds. Spend the day at the beach. While there make sure to visit 3rd street shopping area and Fifth Avenue!
277 locals recommend
Naples Pier
25 12th Ave SNot to be missed . . . Take a stroll on the pier. See fish and birds. Spend the day at the beach. While there make sure to visit 3rd street shopping area and Fifth Avenue!
Right down the street. Great place to spend the day exploring the old buildings and wildlife. Right on the Estero river with good opportunities to sit and enjoy the river.
44 locals recommend
Koreshan State Park
3800 Corkscrew RdRight down the street. Great place to spend the day exploring the old buildings and wildlife. Right on the Estero river with good opportunities to sit and enjoy the river.
Food scene
41 Diner
19050 S Tamiami Trail50's style restaurant with home cooking. Great for breakfast!
Fresh seafood. Isn't the fanciest place but if you want fresh seafood, this is the place for you.
12 locals recommend
Skip One 41 - Seafood Restaurant and Market
15820 S Tamiami TrailFresh seafood. Isn't the fanciest place but if you want fresh seafood, this is the place for you.
Fancy's Southern Cafe
8890 Salrose LnCute place in Fort Myers serving comfort food.
A fun place to grab a bite - grab a seat on the patio and eat right on the water! On Fort Myers Beach, so enjoy the shopping that is near by.
79 locals recommend
Nervous Nellie's of Ft Myers Beach
1131 First StA fun place to grab a bite - grab a seat on the patio and eat right on the water! On Fort Myers Beach, so enjoy the shopping that is near by.
On the water at Lover's Key which is between Fort Myers Beach and Bonita. It is a drive to get there, but you can eat right on the water and see beautiful sunsets!
51 locals recommend
Flipper's on the Bay
8767 Estero BlvdOn the water at Lover's Key which is between Fort Myers Beach and Bonita. It is a drive to get there, but you can eat right on the water and see beautiful sunsets!
Pino's Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen
24600 South Tamiami TrailExcellent pizza and italian food
FK Your Diet
19630 S Tamiami TrailNot fancy schmancy but good food . . .
If you like Italian delis and food stores you will LOVE DeRomos!
59 locals recommend
DeRomo's Restaurant
26851 S Bay DrIf you like Italian delis and food stores you will LOVE DeRomos!
Coconut Jack's Waterfront Grille
5370 Bonita Beach Rd SWWaterfront grill
Good food and a GREAT place to watch the sunset. Can be crowded so get there early . . .
122 locals recommend
Doc's Beach House
27908 Hickory BlvdGood food and a GREAT place to watch the sunset. Can be crowded so get there early . . .
If you make a day trip to Sanibel, don't miss out on the bubble room . . . It is not only a great place to eat but is a sightseeing adventure!
80 locals recommend
Bubble Room
15001 Captiva DrIf you make a day trip to Sanibel, don't miss out on the bubble room . . . It is not only a great place to eat but is a sightseeing adventure!
If you are on Sanibel island and want to get a nice bite to eat, this is a good spot.
47 locals recommend
The Island Cow
2163 Periwinkle WayIf you are on Sanibel island and want to get a nice bite to eat, this is a good spot.
If you are on Sanibel Island this is a great place to eat. They have THE BEST lobster bisque in the United States!
7 locals recommend
Matzaluna The Italian Kitchen
1200 Periwinkle WayIf you are on Sanibel Island this is a great place to eat. They have THE BEST lobster bisque in the United States!
PIZZA - The closest place to grab a pizza - just down the street. Upscale pizza but very good.
Zino Ristorante
20041 South Tamiami TrailPIZZA - The closest place to grab a pizza - just down the street. Upscale pizza but very good.
Rosati's Pizza
21301 South Tamiami TrailChicago-style pizza. Italian food. Only about 1/2 mile from our guest suite.
Super Wok
18011 South Tamiami TrailFamily Owned and good food for a quick bite. Take Out Only
Jersey Mike's Subs
8951 Bonita Beach Rd SEA good deli-style sub! Eat-in or take out
Beaches
All Southwest Florida beaches are beautiful! Park in one of the parking lots that are along the road. most require parking of around $2 or more.
96 locals recommend
Bonita Beach
All Southwest Florida beaches are beautiful! Park in one of the parking lots that are along the road. most require parking of around $2 or more.
Excellent location to spend the day at the beach! A Shuttle takes you to the beach from where you park. Entrance fee required.
280 locals recommend
Lovers Key State Park
8700 Estero BlvdExcellent location to spend the day at the beach! A Shuttle takes you to the beach from where you park. Entrance fee required.
Fort Myers Beach is a nice place to see the beach and also shop in quaint stores. Lots of eating options available as well. Can be very busy during the season so get there early.
169 locals recommend
Fort Myers Beach
Fort Myers Beach is a nice place to see the beach and also shop in quaint stores. Lots of eating options available as well. Can be very busy during the season so get there early.
Great State Park right on the Gulf of Mexico. Lots of parking. Entrance fee required. Naples beaches are beautiful with white sand. - A good day trip to spend the day at the beach!
142 locals recommend
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park
Great State Park right on the Gulf of Mexico. Lots of parking. Entrance fee required. Naples beaches are beautiful with white sand. - A good day trip to spend the day at the beach!
DAY TRIP: A secluded Island Beach . . . You need to drive onto Sanibel and then onto Captiva to get to it so it is definitely a day trip to the beach. But the beaches on Captiva and the best in the World.
157 locals recommend
Captiva Island Pizza
11513 Andy Rosse LaneDAY TRIP: A secluded Island Beach . . . You need to drive onto Sanibel and then onto Captiva to get to it so it is definitely a day trip to the beach. But the beaches on Captiva and the best in the World.
DAY TRIP: This island has nice shops and restaurants. There are also beaches and the famous Sanibel lighthouse. Fishing can be done right from the causeway leading onto the island. One of our favorite spots to go for sunset is the causeway leading onto the island. -
Beaches: 1. Sanibel Lighthouse Beach Park- a vibrant beach with fishing pier and historic lighthouse. Bathroom facilities. 2. Bowman's Beach- a more secluded beach with a 5 minute walk over a bridge and sand dunes to the perfect sunny spot. 3. Blind Pass Beach- located along the channel between Sanibel and Captiva. Strong currents- no swimming allowed. Good for shelling, sunbathing and fishing. 4. Tarpon Bay Beach- showers and bathrooms available.
Nature: 1. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge- great for fishing, bird watching, alligator spotting, tram tour, and visitors center. 2. Captiva Cruises- enjoy a sunset or shelling trip aboard this boat. Watch for dolphins playing in the wake.
Restaurants: 1. Doc Ford's Rum Bar and Grille- Caribbean style food and drinks. 2. Traders- fantastic seafood and gift shop 3. The Island Cow- casual American cuisine with large portions 4. Matzaluna Italian
111 locals recommend
Sanibel Island
DAY TRIP: This island has nice shops and restaurants. There are also beaches and the famous Sanibel lighthouse. Fishing can be done right from the causeway leading onto the island. One of our favorite spots to go for sunset is the causeway leading onto the island. -
Beaches: 1. Sanibel Lighthouse Beach Park- a vibrant beach with fishing pier and historic lighthouse. Bathroom facilities. 2. Bowman's Beach- a more secluded beach with a 5 minute walk over a bridge and sand dunes to the perfect sunny spot. 3. Blind Pass Beach- located along the channel between Sanibel and Captiva. Strong currents- no swimming allowed. Good for shelling, sunbathing and fishing. 4. Tarpon Bay Beach- showers and bathrooms available.
Nature: 1. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge- great for fishing, bird watching, alligator spotting, tram tour, and visitors center. 2. Captiva Cruises- enjoy a sunset or shelling trip aboard this boat. Watch for dolphins playing in the wake.
Restaurants: 1. Doc Ford's Rum Bar and Grille- Caribbean style food and drinks. 2. Traders- fantastic seafood and gift shop 3. The Island Cow- casual American cuisine with large portions 4. Matzaluna Italian