Beaches of Fort Myers, Sanibel & Captiva
Beautiful, white-sand, beaches (with 30+ public beach access points) consistently named among the top vacation destinations in the United States.
Museums & Exhibits
The Southwest Florida Museum of History hosts unique exhibits ranging from dinosaurs to native Americans and Spanish explorers.
Snorkeling & Diving
The beaches of Fort Myers and its outer islands are a haven for man-made reefs, shipwrecks and other underwater debris that has created homes for ocean creatures and marine life.
Boating, Canoeing & Kayaking
Fort Myers offers abundant boating, canoeing and kayaking options with plentiful launch and rental facilities nearby. Enjoy sightseeing cruises to islands dotting the Gulf of Mexico, including Cayo Costa, Cabbage Key and Boca Grande.
Hiking & Biking
Nearby Caloosahatchee Regional Park, offers more than 20 miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. Sanibel island was designated as a “Bicycle Friendly Community” by the League of American Bicyclists, with more than 25 miles of easily accessible bike paths.
Dining & Nightlife
Premier dining options ranging from beach-casual seafood restaurants to prime steakhouses. Greater Fort Myers also boasts a vibrant downtown nightlife scene with numerous restaurants, bars and microbreweries with live entertainment.
Shopping
Fort Myers’ downtown River District has 50+ local shops. You can also explore Coconut Point, an open-air mall with 113+ stores, and the Miromar Outlets with 160+ stores.
Arts & Culture
Downtown Fort Myers’ River District hosts exciting Music and Art Walks where musicians and artists line the streets. You can also visit Matlacha, one of the most creative communities in Ft Myers, with brightly colored paintings and sculptures.