Southwest Florida Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fort Myers Beach featuring a beach as well as a large group of people
Burroughs Home showing a house and a garden
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park showing a sandy beach as well as a couple
Naples showing shopping and signage
Fort Myers featuring heritage architecture

Where to stay in Southwest Florida

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North Captiva

Visitors to North Captiva enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, North Captiva Island Beach is worth a stop.

North Captiva
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South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Winterberry Beach and South Marco Beach are top sights worth seeing.

South End
Naples Botanical Garden featuring a garden and a pond

East Naples

Beaches, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of East Naples. Make a stop by Fifth Avenue South or Naples Botanical Garden while you're exploring.

East Naples
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Pelican

While visiting Pelican, you might make a stop by sights like Tarpon Point and Harbour View Gallery.

Pelican
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Siesta Key Village

Siesta Key Village is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Siesta Key Beach and Siesta Key Farmers Market, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Siesta Key.

Siesta Key Village
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens which includes wild flowers

Central Naples

While visiting Central Naples, you might make a stop by sights like Naples Grande Golf Club and Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens.

Central Naples
Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,360 reviews)
"Great rates, nice room. Only thing was the one elevator working but the stairs were open to the outside so it was ok!"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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Kompose Boutique Hotel
Naples Grande Beach Resort

Naples Grande Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
475 Seagate Drive, Naples, FL
The price is NZ$420 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$420
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Naples. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,774 reviews)
"Staff very nice and accommodating"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Naples Grande Beach Resort
Inn on Fifth

Inn on Fifth

4 out of 5
699 5th Ave S, Naples, FL
The price is NZ$509 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
NZ$509
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Naples. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Solo vacation
"The hotel is right on 5th avenue south, plenty of shops and restaurants. The staff were great and very accommodating. Jose from valet had great dining recommendations, Israel, Lisa and I believe Judy from the front desk were very helpful and exceptional. Nicole from the spa was amazing and great ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Inn on Fifth
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Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs

Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs

4 out of 5
11800 Coconut Cove Drive, Bonita Springs, FL
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Bonita Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Coconut Point Mall and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (638 reviews)
"Great in all senses!"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs
North Captiva Point House - Boat/Water Taxi Only **NEWLY RENOVATED **

North Captiva Point House - Boat/Water Taxi Only **NEWLY RENOVATED **

North Captiva
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Captiva. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions North Captiva Island Beach and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
So relaxing!
"Thank you for sharing your property with us! We had magnificent views—- including a full double rainbow 😍 the space was comfortable and clean and perfect for a long weekend getaway. We were able to easily access our boat to spend time on Cayo costa, lunch on cabbage key and a dip in the pool at ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2024

North Captiva Point House - Boat/Water Taxi Only **NEWLY RENOVATED **
Edison Beach House

Edison Beach House

3.5 out of 5
830 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,498 reviews)
"Property was centrally located and within walking distance to restaurants and bars. However, elevator is not working yet. Management did communicate before our arrival and offered the opportunity to cancel. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

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Popular places to visit

Siesta Key Beach

Siesta Key Beach

The soft, white sand on Siesta Key’s award-winning family-friendly beach is perfect for relaxing under a sun umbrella and taking part in a game of volleyball.

Siesta Key Beach
Lido Beach

Lido Beach

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Lido Beach
Venice Beach

Venice Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Venice Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Venice.

Venice Beach
Mall at University Town Center

Mall at University Town Center

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall at University Town Center during your trip to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Mall at University Town Center
St. Armands Circle which includes a statue or sculpture

St. Armands Circle

Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers.

St. Armands Circle
Naples Beach

Naples Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Naples Beach during your travels in Naples? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops while you're in the area.

Naples Beach

Activities

Scenic Sunset Cruise in West Palm Beach

Scenic Sunset Cruise in West Palm Beach

NZ$87
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Scenic Sunset Cruise in West Palm Beach
Private Snorkeling Adventure with the Ultimate Local Expert

Private Snorkeling Adventure with the Ultimate Local Expert

NZ$186
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Private Snorkeling Adventure with the Ultimate Local Expert
snorkeling

Experience Peanut Island Adventures

NZ$85
per adult
Experience Peanut Island Adventures
Flamingle Happy Hour Cruise

Flamingle Happy Hour Cruise

NZ$69
per adult
Flamingle Happy Hour Cruise
Luxury Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Luxury Sunset Catamaran Cruise

NZ$100
per adult
Luxury Sunset Catamaran Cruise
3 Hour Cruise & Swimming Excursion off Peanut Island Park

3 Hour Cruise & Swimming Excursion off Peanut Island Park

NZ$130
per adult
3 Hour Cruise & Swimming Excursion off Peanut Island Park
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Cities near Southwest Florida

Bonita Springs

Bonita Springs

Cape Coral

Cape Coral

Siesta Key Public Beach which includes a beach

Siesta Key

Ellenton

Ellenton