Southwest Florida International Airport 53 min
J.N. 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge (1 hr 12) A park on the Gulf with over 230 species of birds plus trails, fishing, tours & family activities. Bowditch Point Park (55 min) Nature preserve & recreation area with panoramic bay views, trails & access to a swimming beach. Sanibel Historical Museum and Village (1 hr 2) Living history museum about pioneer life, with 7 restored buildings, from a school to a post office. Blind Pass Beach (1 hr 13) Expansive, sandy beach popular for shell collecting & angling, with sunset views & strong currents. Turner Beach (1 hr 14) Straightforward beach for swimming & saltwater fishing from the shore or rock jetty. Sun Splash Family Waterpark (26 min) Seasonal amusement park with 14+ acres of waterslides, a lazy river & kids' water play area. Gulfside City Park Beach (Algiers) (1 hr 2) Public beach offering picnic areas & BBQ grills, plus bike racks,noutdoor showers & restrooms. Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum (1 hr 3) Museum features interactive exhibits with a focus on local shells & a hands-on space for children. Captiva Island (1 hr 22) Tranquil island offering scenic views, long sand beaches, abundant wildlife & fishing. Bowman's Beach (1 hr 12) This beach is popular with beachcombers searching for seashells & offers swimming & picnic areas. Sanibel Lighthouse (1 hr) The grounds are open to the public to view the exterior of this historic beachfront beacon up close. Alison Hagerup Beach - Public Parking - Captiva Florida (1 hr 22) Pay parking lot with limited spots & access to a relaxed beach with a rocky shoreline. Lighthouse Beach Park (1 hr) A scenic 32-acre park & lighthouse at the island tip with a fishing pier, picnic area & showers. |