Fort Myers River District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fort Myers River District
Popular places to visit
Centennial Park
Just minutes from Fort Myers’ historic downtown district, this park’s centerpiece is the statue honoring three of the city’s most famous citizens.
Florida Repertory Theater
You can enjoy a show at Florida Repertory Theater on your trip to Fort Myers. You can attend a baseball game while in the area.
Edison Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Edison Mall during your trip to Fort Myers. Attend a baseball game or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Edison and Ford Winter Estates
Explore the winter estates of two of the most famous men in American history. Tour their houses and gardens and learn more about their lives in the museum.
Sanibel Harbour
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanibel Harbour during your travels in Fort Myers. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Bell Tower Shops
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bell Tower Shops during your stay in Fort Myers. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Marco Island: 10,000 Islands Shelling Boat Tour
Fort Myers Dolphin & Manatee Kayak or Paddleboard Tour
Historic Walking Tour of Fort Myers
Private Transportation from Cape Coral hotels to Miromar Outlets
Private Dolphin & Sightseeing Boat Day Tour
Everglades Day Safari from Sanibel, Fort Myers & Naples
Our pick of the best Fort Myers River District Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn Fort Myers Downtown
Staff were friendly, hotel was just ok. Location was close to downtown but there is no restaurant in the hotel and the pool was located with literally a highway view. No privacy, too loud to even relax therefore for me it was unusable. It was just a hotel, nothing special about it and for the price ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
No
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Very nice but expensive
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Rbevvevec
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
The room smelled like mold, but they reimbursed me for some of my stay.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Didn’t need room cleaned just dirty towels removed and replaced with clean. Never happened in our 4 day stay. I asked for a clean fitted sheet and 2 clean towels on day 2 and it took 2 requests to get them. No one ever emptied trash or offered clean towels.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Fort Myers River District
Downtown Historic District
While visiting Downtown Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center and Florida Repertory Theater.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like City of Palms Park and Fort Myers Historical Museum.
Dunbar
While visiting Dunbar, you might make a stop by sights like IMAG History & Science Center and Dunbar Park.
Winkler
Winkler might not have many top sights, but Edison Mall and Vietnam War Memorial are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Whiskey Creek
While there might not be top attractions in Whiskey Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Barbara B Mann Hall and Vietnam War Memorial.
McGregor
McGregor might not have many top sights, but Barbara B Mann Hall and Dolphin Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
