Gulf Shores Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Fort Myers Beach: Tiki Pub Fun In The Sun Dolphin Cruise
Southwest Florida Sunset Sail
Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Bunche Beach
Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach
Our pick of the best Gulf Shores Hotel Deals
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
It is a beautiful resort Very expensive, the food is okay not fabulous for the prices.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Great staff; large clean, efficient room Pool & beach access were great. Great shelling
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Everything about this hotel was excellent. The room was fresh, the staff genuinely positive and welcoming. The multiple restaurants and bars available onsite made us feel like we didn’t need to go anywhere else. Right on the beach and every room had a beach view! We’ll be going back for sure!
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Nice quiet and clean.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
All, best time ever staff was outstanding
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Clean room
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gulf Shores
Gulf Pines
While Gulf Pines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach.
Chateaux Sur Mer
While Chateaux Sur Mer isn't home to many top sights, Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tradewinds
While there might not be top attractions in Tradewinds, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach are top sights worth seeing.
East Rocks
While there might not be top attractions in East Rocks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
Heron's Landing
When in Heron's Landing, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and Blind Pass Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
