Southwest Florida International Airport 55 min
Gulfside City Park Beach (Algiers) (1 hr 4) Public beach offering picnic areas & BBQ grills, plus bike racks,noutdoor showers & restrooms. Sanibel Historical Museum and Village (1 hr 3) Living history museum about pioneer life, with 7 restored buildings, from a school to a post office. Sanibel Lighthouse (1 hr 2) The grounds are open to the public to view the exterior of this historic beachfront beacon up close. Bowditch Point Park (57 min) Nature preserve & recreation area with panoramic bay views, trails & access to a swimming beach. Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (1 hr 5) This non-profit organization with a nature & garden center offers educational programs & events. Bowman's Beach (1 hr 14) This beach is popular with beachcombers searching for seashells & offers swimming & picnic areas. Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum (1 hr 5) Museum features interactive exhibits with a focus on local shells & a hands-on space for children. Lighthouse Beach Park (1 hr 2) A scenic 32-acre park & lighthouse at the island tip with a fishing pier, picnic area & showers. Sun Splash Family Waterpark (28 min) Seasonal amusement park with 14+ acres of waterslides, a lazy river & kids' water play area. Alison Hagerup Beach - Public Parking - Captiva Florida (1 hr 24) Pay parking lot with limited spots & access to a relaxed beach with a rocky shoreline. Blind Pass Beach (1 hr 15) Expansive, sandy beach popular for shell collecting & angling, with sunset views & strong currents. Turner Beach (1 hr 15) Straightforward beach for swimming & saltwater fishing from the shore or rock jetty. J.N. 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge (1 hr 14) A park on the Gulf with over 230 species of birds plus trails, fishing, tours & family activities. Captiva Island (1 hr 24) Tranquil island offering scenic views, long sand beaches, abundant wildlife & fishing. |