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
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What to do and see in Southwest Gulf Coast, Southwest Gulf Coast: The Best Traveler Resources
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. Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 893 reviews
The Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center is your official source when visiting our beautiful islands. Stop in for information on lodging, restaurants, activities, shopping, attractions, and much more!
Reviewed By Erfurt - Jupiter, United States
it is located very conveniently, as soon you get off the causeway bridge on the right hand side, a very modern facility, knowledgeable , friendly staff, the Lady on duty took her time to answer my question, very much appreciated. A good place to get Information.
2. Sanibel Public Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 566 reviews
Sanibel Public Library offers numerous services to patrons. In addition to books, the library contains an extensive AV collection, consisting of many entertaining, teaching, and how-to videos, books on both CD and digital format, plus DVDs, and music CDs. The Library provides public internet access, high speed WiFi, as well as printing services—no Library card required. If you do not live in Lee County Florida, you may purchase a Visitor Card for $10, good for one year. Use the Visitor Card to check out books, movies, cooking kits, museum passes, music, magazines, and more—up to 30 items at one time. Also use your Visitor Card to download eBooks, magazines and audiobooks, and stream movies and music through the Library's eShelf collection. Sanibel Public Library hosts programs for kids of all ages throughout the year including storytimes, makerspace events, and special guests. Events are listed at the Library's online calendar.
Reviewed By Q4879PCcarlaf - Cape Coral, United States
The renovation is spectacular! Terrific children's area and the displays are fantastic! Love to stop in and add a piece to the jigsaw puzzles! Staff is friendly and helpful and they always seem to have books that I am looking for.
3. Gulf Gate Public Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By kbofsrq
Well laid out - great children's section - tons of DVDs, etc., puzzles, computers. Their meeting rooms and study rooms are great.
4. Fort Myers Beach Public Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By 103GaryW
To our surprise, this beautiful library turned out to be a great resource for both our learning and entertainment during our recent travel introduction of FMB. These were one hour+ programs focused on archeology, history and dolphin population relevant to the area. The speakers were all well informed, professional and interesting speakers.
5. Divine Naples Coffee & Wine
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
We are open for Food and Drinks breakfast lunch and dinner TO-GO Only, during the corona virus - we will NEVER close and stay open for our community! Proudly serving Julius Meinl 100% Arabica coffee at our Downtown, Naples coffee shop. Please visit us at our Coffee Shop, SPA and Tourist Information Center
Reviewed By lloyd2006 - Napa Valley, United States
This is our third time visiting Divine Naples Coffee shop. They have a wonderful selection of coffees, cocktails, wine, and food. Looking forward to going there on our next trip to Naples.
6. The Cultural Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 177 reviews
The Cultural Center been serving Port Charlotte and the surrounding community with educational, recreational, social and entertainment activities since 1961. More than 12,000 happenings go on each year on our 90,000 square foot campus. The Cultural Center enriches the lives of our residents and visitors by offering a theater, The Learning Place - for the Arts, Academics, Dance and Exercise; Beaches Cafe - for delicious breakfast and lunch; and unique shopping in the Thrift and Gift shops onsite. We can also accommodate seminars, banquets, and gatherings of any size in our adjustable 7,200 square foot conference center.Our volunteers, your donations, and the support of the community have allowed us to maintain our legacy as “The Place that Friendship Built”.
Reviewed By lorijgalster - North Port, United States
We saw the Sarasota Jazz Band. They were great. Played all the big band favorites I grew up with. I felt so bad because there were less than 30 people in the audience. Tickets were so reasonable only $20. They need to advertise more. Great programs and talent. We had a fun evening. Get on-line and check out their programs. I am definitely going to take a group there again.
7. Naples Regional Library
8. Oasis Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 219 reviews
Established in 1974, as America's first national preserve, the site protects over 729,000 acres of a vast freshwater swamp ecosystem, which supports the rich marine estuaries along Florida's southwest coast.
Reviewed By B5023WPmichaelb
This is easily the best of the nature observatories along route 41 between Naples and Miami. In addition to approximately 25 adult alligators that ranged in size up to about 13 ft, there were White Ibis, Great Egrets, Anhingas and a nice mix of native and non-native fish species. The boardwalk is just steps from the parking lot, and you will see wildlife almost immediately. There are clean restrooms and vending machines as well. Definitely worth a stop if you are headed from Miami to Naples or vice versa.
9. Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, run by Florida Arts, Inc. (a 501c3 organization), is a must-see attraction with a colorful history. The center is dedicated to bringing world-class art events to the Southwest Florida community. Within our restored, state-of-the-art facility, we present a wide range of events to the public. From concerts to art exhibitions, galas to lectures, and providing educational arts experiences for children and adults alike– we promise excellence! Florida Arts, Inc. nurtures innovation and excellence in the visual and performing arts via exhibitions, performances, education, and community outreach. Through our development and management of the Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center, we carry on the legacy of Berne Davis and her mission to provide a world-class venue and open access to the arts for all Members of the Southwest Florida Community.
Reviewed By CaptTrouble - Hudson, United States
This art center in Downtown Fort Myers is a 23,000 square foot Neoclassical Revival building built in 1933 on the site of the old fort. The columns on the front are made of limestone from the Florida Keys and the walls are embedded with coral and sea shells. I've never seen anything quite like it; it is very eye-catching! In 1960, the building was converted into a Federal Court House, but in 1998 it was abandoned. It then suffered a lot of damage and many of the original fixtures were removed or destroyed. In 2003, a not-for-profit organization obtained a 99 year lease from the city and began renovations. In 2007, Berne Davis pledged $1 Million for restoration and the name of the building was changed in honor of the family's contribution. This is when renovation of the first floor began. By the end of 2008, 10,000 square feet of the building had been restored. Another grant of $650,000 was received in 2012, and those renovations were completed in 2014. The building is currently used for arts education, music lessons, lectures, art exhibitions, and independent film screenings. The enormous luminaria in the front of the building are lighted at night and are spectacular to see and walk around. They are covered in cut out words that narrate a story, and the words fall on the building and all around. Its a spectacular building to see and it is wonderful that it was rescued.
10. Selby Public Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By Beebah01 - University Park, United States
I would be lost without this library. I am constantly heading upstairs to the books on cd section. They have a nice selection. It is open, spacious, and welcoming. The book store downstairs is also fun. Sarasota is lucky to have this.
