Top Things to do in Southwest Gulf Coast
Top Hotels in Southwest Gulf Coast
- 1. Bayfront Inn 5th Ave
- 2. Golden Host Resort
- 3. Naples Grande Beach Resort
- 4. West Wind Island Resort
- 5. Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina
- 6. Carlisle Inn
- 7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Punta Gorda, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Compass by Margaritaville
- 9. Hyatt House Naples/5th Avenue
- 10. Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
Countries
Top 7 Neighborhoods in Southwest Gulf Coast, Southwest Gulf Coast
Floridas Southwest Gulf Coast contains a constellation of enticing coastal gems. Stunning beaches, including Ft. Myers Beach, Tigertail Beach and Pensacola Beach, fringe the Gulf, down the I-75 from Tampa to Naples. Sanibel Islands shelling attracts thousands. Cape Corals waters are paradise for flyfishing. Golfers adore spectacular courses in Marco Island and Naples. Glorious sunny days and deliciously warm turquoise waters beckon in this often overlooked corner of the Sunshine State.
Restaurants in Southwest Gulf Coast
1. Edison Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By W1702PJmarkg - Catonsville, United States
The grounds of Edison Park and the Edison/Ford homes are beautiful from the banks of the Caloosahatchee River across McGregor Blvd to the champion Banyan Tree by Edison's laboratory. The tree was from India and given to him by Harvey Firestone and said to be the 1st one in the United States when it was planted in 1925. Looking at it for the 1st time, you would think it would be about 300 years old though it is only 95. It currently covers an acre with a 390 foot circumference and has a canopy height of 60 feet. There are 3 other champion Banyan's in the park and they are a sight to behold.
2. Third Street South
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 900 reviews
Just blocks from Naples Pier and Gulf beaches, THIRD STREET SOUTH is an abundantly landscaped, historic neighborhood known for its chic shops and wide variety of restaurants and cafés where excellent food, superb wines and the glorious option of outdoor dining make every meal memorable. Start your weekend's activities by visiting Naples' original Farmer's Market which takes place behind Tommy Bahamas from 7:30am - 11:30am every Saturday morning throughout the year. Discover everything from fish, meats, pasta, and cheese, to breads, produce, fresh ground coffee beans, and the best people and dog watching in town. Come for the day, come for the night, but don't miss the unique glamour and good times to be found on Third Street South.
Reviewed By Cherry_Wonderdog
Delightful area to walk around in the afternoon. A little less pompous, stuck-up, and pretentious than the 5th Avenue area, but it’s still posh downtown Naples, Florida. Beautifully manicured streets, nice vegetation, a number of historic buildings converted into lively restaurants and bars, and plenty of high-priced boutiques for window-shopping.
3. Fort Myers River District
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 691 reviews
Reviewed By rockdrums - Fort Myers, United States
Something going on in the Fort Myers downtown area every weekend. In addition, you can count on Art Walk happening the first Friday of every month and Music Walk is the third Friday of every month. Unique shops, many restaurants serving various foods (Mexican, Italian, BBQ, Seafood, Great Tasting Pizza, Specialty Burgers, etc.) Almost all of the restaurants provide outdoor and indoor seating for your comfort. Bands (pop, rock, reggae, funky dance music, from the 60's to today, etc.) almost every weekend in the outdoor area called the "Patio" as well as several other clubs and bars. You can walk around the downtown area with a cocktail or beer. There's usually a cabana set up in the Patio area where you can easily get a drink to go and sometimes, restaurants and bars will have a portable bar set up outside along the streets. They close down the streets to auto traffic on Bike Nights which occurs on a Saturday evening about once every couple months. All kinds of people walking around sharing the experience. Some with kids--some walking their pet dogs. Many people wear masks--some don't, but its a way you can social distance, have a good meal, maybe hear a band and have some fun. You know the weather is usually excellent in Florida!
4. Venice MainStreet
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 119 reviews
Venice MainStreet is committed to preserving and enhancing the character, beauty, economic, and community vitality of Historic Downtown Venice.
Reviewed By harryo188 - Fort Myers, United States
Some how we ended up walking around this area before most of the restaurants were open for lunch. BUT there was a French Patisserie open that had fabulous pastries. The owners are French and the pastries were as beautiful as the ones we found in France! We bought a whole bunch to eat for breakfast and desserts during the rest of the week of our stay in Venice. There was also a wine place open that was going to have a wine tasting later in the week, but alas, that was the day we were leaving. Too bad! Great place to wonder around, shop, eat and converse.
5. Naples Downtown
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By podrozniczka60 - New Jersey, United States
What a great area it is! A network of a few amazing “ atmospheric “ streets - attractive, fascinating and colorful, day and night. Boutique stores, expensive cars, inviting restaurants and cafes, pleasurable people watching. Relaxed , somewhat laid back but yet in a certain sense focused atmosphere filled with appreciation of what is good in life.You simply want to be here and relive it each time when in the area .
6. Venezia Park Historic District
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
