Location: Fort Myers Beach
Top Things to do in Fort Myers Beach
What to do and see in Fort Myers Beach, Florida (FL): The Best Hidden Gems Things to do
Located on Florida's Gulf Coast, Fort Myers offers its own great beaches as well as being surrounded by some 100 barrier and coastal islands to explore. The shelling is stupendous, and the nearby Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum is inspirational. The Great Calusa Blueway offers 40 miles of canoe and kayak trails.
Restaurants in Fort Myers Beach
1. Trico Shrimp Co
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By JollyCruise - Kansas, United States
Oh man this place is fantastic! Wonderful fresh shrimp and fish. We came here several times during our week on FMB. We enjoyed cooking shrimp, grouper and triple tail at our resort! They also have the best cocktail sauce, remoulade sauce and a fantastic seasoning. We loved it all so much we went back to get extras to take home of the sauces and seasonings. This place is a must for any visit in our books
2. Reel Fish N Sea Deep Sea Fishing Charters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
We take saltwater fishing seriously.Our expert fishing guides maximize your catch. How? By using our computerized database of secret fishing spots in Southwest Florida acquired over many decades by veteran fishermen.We offer serious offshore and inshore fishing charters always focused on maximizing your fun and comfort.We also offer leisure trips such as beach outings, private tours, lunch by the sea, and scuba diving.
3. Lovers Key State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,997 reviews
Park is not associated with Bonita Springs Dog Beach. Enjoy swimming, sunbathing, shelling, fishing, hiking, bicycling, wildlife watching, canoeing/kayaking, geocaching and more.
Reviewed By A832KAhannahh - Fort Myers, United States
My Dad and I visited back in October and there were so many dead sand dollars, we couldn’t fit them all in our hand. We suspected it was a phenomenon brought on by the red tide outbreak we had this year. Fortunately, the day we went it did not affect us. The beach is long, wide and has a lot of nature to observe along the trails, walkway, and on the shoreline. “Amenities include a two-mile (3 km) long beach on Lovers Key. Black Island has over five miles (8 km) of multiuse trails; bicycle, canoe, and kayak rentals, gazebo, picnic areas, boat ramp, and two playgrounds.” It is a beautiful place to see the sunset and get married. They had a huge tent set up complete with chandeliers right on the beach! There is a tram to carry you out to the beach or you can walk a long distance to the end. The tram leaves from the parking lot. There is a building that provides bathrooms and a gift shop with various small snacks & drinks. The park is open from 8:00 am till sundown year-round. There is a cost to get in is $8 unless the mode of transportation is larger or smaller than a standard vehicle. Well worth the trip!
4. Ostego Bay Marine Science Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
Welcome to the Ostego Bay Foundation Marine Science Center located at 718 Fisherman's Wharf on San Carlos Island in Fort Myers Beach, Fl. For 26 years, the Center provides a Marine Science Experience through interactive exhibits, aquariums, touch tank, one of kind collections and unique displays. Open Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. with both guided and self-guided tours. A donation of $5.00 per adult and $3.00 for children over 6 years of age is suggested. Always FREE for Foundation Members. Call for feeding times, it's an opportunity to see many of our reclusive marine specimens that come out of hiding for lunch. Touch a starfish, put your head in the mouth of a shark, see how sea turtles hatch, and much more. Open by appointment only July 12 through July 28th as we are hosting our annual Children's Summer Camp.
Reviewed By BRKY21 - Lexington, United States
My family and I went on the working waterfront tour. Enjoyable and fun learning about the area shrimp industry. An enlightening, behind the scenes look at the workings of the shrimp operation.
5. Mound House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 268 reviews
Reviewed By kvheltzer - Duluth, United States
We spent a couple of hours here one morning of our weeklong vacation in Ft. Myers Beach. It was a beautiful day and they weren’t many people there so we kind of had the place to ourselves. The volunteers were very helpful and provided excellent information about the history of Mound House and the area. In the excavation site where there had previously been an underground swimming pool was pretty amazing with all of the shells that were unearthed If you want to take a break from the beach we would highly recommend this spot. There is also a very nice fishing pier overlooking the estuary
6. Bowditch Point Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 725 reviews
Reviewed By TheTwoHarbours - Brisbane, Australia
We absolutely loved visiting Bowditch Point Park. Although we enjoy the hustle and bustle of Ft Myers Beach and its many restaurants and bars, we enjoyed the quiet nature trails, soft sand, and wildlife of Bowditch more. Bowditch Point Park is a gem of a location and perfect for families, groups, or couples looking to get away from the noise and people-packed streets of the main drag of Estero Blvd and at the Fort Myers Pier. Only a 20 minute walk (5 min bike ride) from the pier, Bowditch boasts handicap accessible boardwalks and trails, restrooms, foot washes, picnic pavilions and wide open beach space with great views of the Sanibel Causeway and the Gulf. This would be a wonderful spot for a sunset! At low tide, walk the perimeter of the park along the beach and you will find tide pools filled with wildlife. We saw dolphin, starfish and crab! This area is also known for its saltwater birding and is at part of the Great Florida Birding Trail. Manatee are also known to swim in these shallow waters on the bay side. Parking is $2/hour. Free bike racks are also available. The LeeTran Trolley stops at Bowditch and this is a great way to visit without paying to park if you don't have a bike or want to walk from the pier! The Trolley is free from Bowditch to the plaza and is also accessible.
7. Matanzas Pass Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By 203maryanns - Maplewood, United States
Love this place to relax, walk, and enjoy nature. Parts of the trail can get muddy so be prepared if you go after a day of rain.
8. Captain Mike's Fishing Fort Myers Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 38 reviews
