Southwest Florida International Airport 42 min
Captiva Island (1 hr 10) Tranquil island offering scenic views, long sand beaches, abundant wildlife & fishing. J.N. 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge (1 hr 1) A park on the Gulf with over 230 species of birds plus trails, fishing, tours & family activities. Turner Beach (1 hr 2) Straightforward beach for swimming & saltwater fishing from the shore or rock jetty. Cabbage Key (2 min) Colorful paintings by Lovegrove in a brightly hued building with gardens featuring eclectic decor. Blind Pass Beach (1 hr 1) Expansive, sandy beach popular for shell collecting & angling, with sunset views & strong currents. Bunche Beach (38 min) Part of a nature preserve, this beach offers a quiet vibe, shallow water & sunset views. Shell Factory (24 min) Edison & Ford Winter Estates (27 min) 21 acres featuring the former homes of Edison & Ford, a research lab, botanical gardens & a museum. Blind Pass (1 hr 1) Saltwater channel between Captiva & Sanibel islands, lined with beaches renowned for shelling. Sun Splash Family Waterpark (15 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 10) Pay parking lot with limited spots & access to a relaxed beach with a rocky shoreline. |