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Fort Myers

Fort Myers is a booming town with great weather, entertainment and a casual feel in Southwest Florida.

Get in

By plane
  • Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), 11000 Terminal Access Road, Phone: 239-590-4800, . Budget flights from AirTran domestically and from LTU International from Düsseldorf and Frankfurt am Main, Germany.


  • Get around

  • You are going to need a car, public transportation is generally unavailable.
  • Sanibel Causway has a $6 toll, but it is only going onto the island, and well worth it.
  • The Midpoint and Cape Coral Pwky/Colonial Bridge is 1$ each way and generally unavoidable unless you go through Downtown Fort Myers and US41 around.


  • See

  • Check out their resident hockey team the Florida Everblades. Also check out their college team the Florida Gulf Coast University Eagles .
  • Minnesota Twins Spring Training. If you are in Fort Meyers during the spring, you may be able to see the Major Baseball League's Minnesota Twins' during their preseason training period.
  • Boston Red Sox Spring Training. The Boston Red Sox also have their spring training in Fort Myers. Their preseason home games are played at City of Palms park.
  • Edison Home
  • Sanibel Lighthouse


  • Do

  • Ft Myers Beach
  • Bonita Beach

  • Captiva Island

    Sanibel Island

    Buy

  • Miromar Factory Outlet Mall
  • Gulf Coast Town Center
  • Bell Tower
  • Coconut Pointe Town Center


  • Eat

    Plakka Greek Restaurant, Fort Myers Beach

    Lazy Flamingo, Sanibel Island and Santiva

    Sub and Pub (Downtown Fort Myers, open for lunch)

    Siam Hut (Thai, Cape Coral Pkwy and Del Prado)

    The Mucky Duck, Captiva Island

    The Bubble Room, Captiva Island

    Bert's Bar, Matlacha

    Drink


    Lazy Flamingo, Sanibel Island and Santiva

    Downtown Fort Myers
  • Dusseldorf's on the Beach, 150+ Types of Bier


  • Sleep

  • Best Western Waterfront, 13021 N. Cleveland Avenue, 239-997-5511, Toll-free: (800) 274-5511, . Right on the river. Features private pier, high-speed internet and heated outdoor pool.

  • GullWing Beach Resort, 6620 Estero Boulevard, +1 239 765-4300, Toll-free: (888) 627-1595, . Features suites and condos on Fort Myers beach as well as meeting and banquet space.

  • Best Western Hotel in Ft Myers, 13021 N. Cleveland Ave, Phone: (239) 997-5511, Toll-Free Reservations: (800) 274-5511, Fax: (239) 656-6966, . Accommodations include private balconies, high-speed Internet access, an on-site restaurant, and more.

  • Pointe Estero Beach Resort, 6640 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, Florida 33931, Phone: (888) 627-1595, . A beachfront suite hotel located on the peaceful southern end of Estero Island close to all the beach activities.

  • Best Western Springs Resort, 18051 South Tamiami Trail, . Marketed as a "tropical hideaway with a unique natural warm mineral water springs." Comfortable accommodations with a family restaurant and a poolside Tiki Bar.

  • Santa Maria Harbour Resort, . 7317 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, Florida 33931, Phone: (888) 627-1595. A resort on Estero Bay, a fishing harbour on Estero Island in Fort Myers Beach, Florida.

  • DiamondHead Beach Resort, 2000 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, Phone: (888) 627-1595, . Fort Myers Beach's only full service, all suite luxury resort with full-service conference facilities, and 124 one-bedroom suites, right on the beach. They are also located within walking distance of Fort Myers Beach entertainment district.


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    Hotels in Fort Myers
    GullWing Beach Resort Score 0 from 0 reviews
    6620 Estero Boulevard 0/10
    GullWing Beach Resort is a condo resort. ... more
     
    Ramada Limited Fort Myers Score 7.05 from 11 reviews
    4760 S Cleveland Avenue 7.05/10
    Local dining options include: Lighthouse Seafood Restaurant: adjacent to hotel Mel's Diner: one block Outback Steakhouse: 2 miles Johnny Rocket's: 2.5 miles TGI Friday's: 2.5 miles Blue Point Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill: 2.5 miles Damici's: 2.5 miles ... more
     
    Best Western Airport Inn Score 4 from 1 reviews
    8955 Daniels Parkway 4/10
    Dining options within walking distance of EBst Western Airport Inn include Haney's BBQ Restaurant, Steak House; Bella Rosa, American; Bob Evans, American; Denny's, American; Uno's Pizzeria, Italian; McDonald's, American; and Taco Bell, American. ... more
     
    Sun Stay Vacations Score 7.775 from 2 reviews
    6231 Estero Boulevard 7.78/10
    Southwest Florida is known for its “fun in the sun” atmosphere, and Fort Myers Beach is right in the middle of it all. This family-friendly beach town has a funky little vibe all of its own. Fun shops and restaurants line Times Square, and the town’s fishing pier is a popular draw. Most opt to find a spot somewhere on the pristine seven-mile beach nestling the Gulf of Mexico, named “Best Family-Friendly Beach in the Southeast U.S.” by Family Fun Magazine. On the southern end of the island lies Lover’s Key State Park, offering beautiful unspoiled nature preserves and opportunities to view remarkable wildlife. Golf, fishing, boating, shopping and dining hold huge appeal, as well, as do day trips to other nearby attractions, such as Sanibel and Captiva islands, the Everglades and the Florida Keys. ... more
     
    Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites Score 0 from 0 reviews
    1051 Fifth Avenue 0/10
    Beautifully landscaped grounds will make you feel as if you entered the islands. Enjoy two seasonally heated swimming pools, picnic areas equipped with gas grills, two great restaurants, Lighthouse Tiki Bar & Grill and the Yacatan Bar and Grill. The resort accommodations range from studio suites to two bedroom full kitchen suites. ... more
     
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    Departing Orlando for your day trip to Miami you will arrive at Bayside Miami where there is free time to look around the stores or to ride the Island Queen Cruise around world famous Star Island (additional fees apply).

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    St Augustine, Porpoise Point and Old Downtown Helicopter Tour Varies

    St Augustine, Porpoise Point and Old Downtown Helicopter Tour

    Departing east from the airport over the intracoastal waterway to North Beach, you'll enjoy a breathtaking view of the beach and coastline as you fly low and fast to Porpoise Point.

    From there, you will cross the St. Augustine inlet to Anastasia Island to catch a birds eye view of the St. Augustine Lighthouse, the Bridge of Lions, the Castillo de San Marcos, Flagler College, and the Nombre de Dios Mission before swinging west around the south side of town and back north to capture spectacular views of the Old Downtown set against the beaches of St. Augustine.

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