Kristin’s guidebook

Kristin

Joined in 2018

Kristin’s guidebook

Food scene

Lobster Lady Seafood Market

216 locals recommend

Lobster Lady Seafood Market

1715 Cape Coral Pkwy W

216 locals recommend

Merrick Seafood

19 locals recommend

Merrick Seafood

1229 SE 47th Terrace

19 locals recommend

Fishtale Grill

81 locals recommend

Fishtale Grill

1229 SE 47th Terrace

81 locals recommend

Boat House Tiki Bar & Grill - Cape Coral

235 locals recommend

Boat House Tiki Bar & Grill - Cape Coral

5819 Driftwood Pkwy

235 locals recommend

Rumrunners

196 locals recommend

Rumrunners

5848 Cape Harbour Dr

196 locals recommend

Iguana Mia

56 locals recommend

Iguana Mia

1027 Cape Coral Pkwy E

56 locals recommend

Fathoms Restaurant & Bar

118 locals recommend

Fathoms Restaurant & Bar

5785 Cape Harbour Dr

118 locals recommend

Cape Harbour Oyster Bar & Grill

18 locals recommend

Cape Harbour Oyster Bar & Grill

5785 Cape Harbour Dr

18 locals recommend

Beaches

Fort Myers Beach

Driving time from Cape Coral: 30 minutes Distance: 16 miles If you’re looking for a more action-packed day out, Fort Myers Beach is one of the best beaches near Cape Coral to visit. Situated on Estero Island, this 7 mile-long stretch of white sand is perfect for families. Thanks to its gentle sloping shoreline, Fort Myers is often referred to as the world’s safest beach. Fort Myers is the most popular beach destination for visitors looking to engage in watersports. Parasailing, kayaking, jet-skiing, and paddleboarding are just some of the fun activities on offer here. Away from the beach, the Fort Myers pier is the most visited attraction on the island. Extending 560 feet into the Gulf of Mexico, the pier offers excellent views across the water. If you’re a keen ornithologist, the pier is a great spot to do some bird watching! Good to know – Parking fees rage on parking locations. If you like fishing, Fort Myers is a must-visit. Known as a “fisherman’s paradise”, the warm waters here are home to an enormous variety of different fish. Whether you want to charter a boat or stay on the pier, the island offers a fantastic range of inshore and offshore options.

436 locals recommend

Fort Myers Beach

436 locals recommend

Driving time from Cape Coral: 30 minutes Distance: 16 miles If you’re looking for a more action-packed day out, Fort Myers Beach is one of the best beaches near Cape Coral to visit. Situated on Estero Island, this 7 mile-long stretch of white sand is perfect for families. Thanks to its gentle sloping shoreline, Fort Myers is often referred to as the world’s safest beach. Fort Myers is the most popular beach destination for visitors looking to engage in watersports. Parasailing, kayaking, jet-skiing, and paddleboarding are just some of the fun activities on offer here. Away from the beach, the Fort Myers pier is the most visited attraction on the island. Extending 560 feet into the Gulf of Mexico, the pier offers excellent views across the water. If you’re a keen ornithologist, the pier is a great spot to do some bird watching! Good to know – Parking fees rage on parking locations. If you like fishing, Fort Myers is a must-visit. Known as a “fisherman’s paradise”, the warm waters here are home to an enormous variety of different fish. Whether you want to charter a boat or stay on the pier, the island offers a fantastic range of inshore and offshore options.

Captiva Island Pizza

Driving time from Cape Coral: 60 minutes Distance: 32 miles If you are looking for the best beaches near Cape Coral, Captiva Island is definitely one to visit. Although it is situated slightly further away from the city, this beautiful beach is worth going the distance for! Due to its amazing sunsets, Captiva Island is thought to be one of the most romantic destinations in Southwest Florida. The public beach at Captiva Island is secluded and remote – the perfect place to relax and recharge. A real taste of paradise, the soft white sand and turquoise waters are extremely reminiscent of the Caribbean Islands just across the Gulf. If you’re hoping to take a dip, the crystal clear water here is perfect for swimming. To help encourage fish into the area, a number of man-made reefs have been built just off the Captiva coastline, ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving! Good to know – As Captiva Island falls under Lee County Parks & Rec. regulations, dogs aren’t allowed on the beach. $5 per hr parking.

157 locals recommend

Captiva Island Pizza

11513 Andy Rosse Lane

157 locals recommend

Driving time from Cape Coral: 60 minutes Distance: 32 miles If you are looking for the best beaches near Cape Coral, Captiva Island is definitely one to visit. Although it is situated slightly further away from the city, this beautiful beach is worth going the distance for! Due to its amazing sunsets, Captiva Island is thought to be one of the most romantic destinations in Southwest Florida. The public beach at Captiva Island is secluded and remote – the perfect place to relax and recharge. A real taste of paradise, the soft white sand and turquoise waters are extremely reminiscent of the Caribbean Islands just across the Gulf. If you’re hoping to take a dip, the crystal clear water here is perfect for swimming. To help encourage fish into the area, a number of man-made reefs have been built just off the Captiva coastline, ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving! Good to know – As Captiva Island falls under Lee County Parks & Rec. regulations, dogs aren’t allowed on the beach. $5 per hr parking.

Turner Beach

Driving time from Cape Coral: 50 minutes Distance: 29 miles Turner Beach which is located on the southern tip of Captiva Island is popular for fishing from the beach and rock jetty, shelling, and admiring beautiful Gulf of Mexico sunsets. It is located on Sanibel-Captiva Road, on the Captiva side (right at the “Welcome to Captiva” sign) of the Blind Pass Bridge. Swimmers should exercise caution when swimming near the bridge because of swift currents and strong undertow. Swimming further down the beach is a safer option. Bars and restaurants are close by or pack food and refreshments for a picnic on the beach. Good to Know Restrooms are available at Turner Beach on the Captiva side of the Blind Pass Bridge. Captiva beaches do not allow pets, open fires, or the collecting of live shells. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited from November through May. A Saltwater Fishing License is required to saltwater fish from shore. There is no fee for Florida residents. Parking is available but very limited with just 30 spaces so plan to arrive early. The parking fee is $5 per hour. Lee County Annual Parking Stickers are accepted. Handicap accessible parking is also available.

18 locals recommend

Turner Beach

17200 Captiva Dr

18 locals recommend

Driving time from Cape Coral: 50 minutes Distance: 29 miles Turner Beach which is located on the southern tip of Captiva Island is popular for fishing from the beach and rock jetty, shelling, and admiring beautiful Gulf of Mexico sunsets. It is located on Sanibel-Captiva Road, on the Captiva side (right at the “Welcome to Captiva” sign) of the Blind Pass Bridge. Swimmers should exercise caution when swimming near the bridge because of swift currents and strong undertow. Swimming further down the beach is a safer option. Bars and restaurants are close by or pack food and refreshments for a picnic on the beach. Good to Know Restrooms are available at Turner Beach on the Captiva side of the Blind Pass Bridge. Captiva beaches do not allow pets, open fires, or the collecting of live shells. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited from November through May. A Saltwater Fishing License is required to saltwater fish from shore. There is no fee for Florida residents. Parking is available but very limited with just 30 spaces so plan to arrive early. The parking fee is $5 per hour. Lee County Annual Parking Stickers are accepted. Handicap accessible parking is also available.

Yacht Club Beach, LLC

Driving time from Cape Coral: 7 minutes from the city center Distance: 2.3 miles Located within the Yacht Club Community Park, the Yacht Club beach is the only public beach in Cape Coral. Situated directly on the Caloosahatchee River, this man-made beach features a long stretch of white sand and some amazing views across the water. Perfect for a fun family day out, there is also a number of outdoor activities and amenities to explore away from the beach, including sports courts, a fishing pier, and a beachfront restaurant. Good to know – If you’re not too keen on swimming in the river, there is a heated community swimming pool just off the beach.

181 locals recommend

Yacht Club Beach, LLC

1039 Dolphin Dr

181 locals recommend

Driving time from Cape Coral: 7 minutes from the city center Distance: 2.3 miles Located within the Yacht Club Community Park, the Yacht Club beach is the only public beach in Cape Coral. Situated directly on the Caloosahatchee River, this man-made beach features a long stretch of white sand and some amazing views across the water. Perfect for a fun family day out, there is also a number of outdoor activities and amenities to explore away from the beach, including sports courts, a fishing pier, and a beachfront restaurant. Good to know – If you’re not too keen on swimming in the river, there is a heated community swimming pool just off the beach.

Lovers Key Beach

Driving time from Cape Coral: 50 minutes Distance: 23 miles Lovers Key State Park is made up of 4 barrier islands, the largest of which is Lovers Key itself. Situated around 12 miles from Cape Coral, the Lovers Key Beach is one of the most remote in the area. Located on the gulf side of the island, this secluded beach was once only accessible by boat. Today, you can reach the beach via the boardwalk, or by tram. As it can be really quiet, Lovers Key Beach is ideal for spending a lazy day in the sun. If you prefer to be out on the water, kayaks, pedal boats, and paddleboards are all available to hire. If you’re looking to sail further afield, there are a number of boat tours and cruises that will take you out around the island. The calm, warm waters are a haven for the local wildlife, so look out for manatees and dolphins during your trip! Good to know – As the beach is part of Lovers Key State Park, you will have to pay an entrance admission fee, which is usually between $2 – $8 depending on your group size.

59 locals recommend

Lovers Key Beach

59 locals recommend

Driving time from Cape Coral: 50 minutes Distance: 23 miles Lovers Key State Park is made up of 4 barrier islands, the largest of which is Lovers Key itself. Situated around 12 miles from Cape Coral, the Lovers Key Beach is one of the most remote in the area. Located on the gulf side of the island, this secluded beach was once only accessible by boat. Today, you can reach the beach via the boardwalk, or by tram. As it can be really quiet, Lovers Key Beach is ideal for spending a lazy day in the sun. If you prefer to be out on the water, kayaks, pedal boats, and paddleboards are all available to hire. If you’re looking to sail further afield, there are a number of boat tours and cruises that will take you out around the island. The calm, warm waters are a haven for the local wildlife, so look out for manatees and dolphins during your trip! Good to know – As the beach is part of Lovers Key State Park, you will have to pay an entrance admission fee, which is usually between $2 – $8 depending on your group size.