Activity & Dining Guide Cape Coral | Fort Myers

 

ACTIVITY & DINING GUIDE CAPE CORAL | FORT MYERS

Surrounded by water, Cape Coral, 15 minutes from Fort Myers on Florida’s Southwest Coast, is a prime boating destination with 400 miles of canals and neighborhoods of beautiful waterfront homes.

Cape Coral’s family-friendly attractions and more than 1,500 acres of parks make it an ideal vacation destination for nature lovers and families with children. At Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve, spot wildlife from the boardwalk that runs through the mangroves along the Caloosahatchee River. During the cooler months, visitors can see manatees at Sirenia Vista Park, which also offers kayaking, birding, and fishing opportunities. San Carlos Bay is a natural beach located in Fort Myers. A beautiful spot to watch the sunset or enjoy the beaches.

FAMILY  FUN
Cool off at the water park, zip-line, ride go-carts, and play miniature golf.

• SunSplash Waterpark
• Gator Mike’s Family Fun Park
• Captain Jack’s Everglade Tours
• Family Fun ParkMovie in the Park

MUSEUMS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Watch a theater performance, see local art, and check out the festivals.

• Arts and entertainment
• Concerts
• Festivals
• Attractions
• Cape Coral Quest 2.0 Scavenger Hunt

OUTDOOR  ADVENTURES

Visit the parks, rent a bike, and get out on the water.

• Outdoor activities
• Parks and nature
• Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail
• The Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail
• Burrowing Owl Festival

WATERWAYS

Fish or paddle along the 38-mile river.

• Caloosahatchee River
• Gasparilla Sound-Charlotte Harbor Aquatic Preserve

BEACHES

Relax on the beaches of the Fort Myers area.

• Beaches

ACCESSIBILITY

Explore Cape Coral’s accessible parks and attractions.

• Lee County Accessible Tourism Guide
• Rotary Park Environmental Center
• Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve

DINING & BARS | CAPE CORAL & FORT MYERS

Lobster Lady – fabulous seafood restaurant. Highly suggest you make a reservation.

Prime Steak 239 – one of the best steak restaurants in the area along with seafood. They also have a really nice bar too.

The Boathouse Tikki Bar & Grill: Waterfront location. Fun spot with live music daily & happy hour.

Junglebird: Fun tikki restaurant & bar. Sunday brunch 10am to 2pm. Happy hour specials 2-5PM daily including food.

Rumrunners – rated best waterfront dining in Cape Coral. Great food & ambience

FINS Seafood & Dive Bar: fun casual spot.

DeRomos Gourmet Market & Restaurant:  – Located in Bonita Springs this restaurant has a great Italian market & restaurant. Well known for their martinis.

Lelulos Pizza – Known for its fantastic pizza. Located very good close to the villa.

Bob Evans – they offer a great breakfast.

The Mucky Duck: Located on Captiva Island. Great beach & a fun pub serving up fresh seafood.

Turtle Club – Fine dining on a scenic beachfront located in Naples. (Currently closed till second week of April.

LOCAL SERVICES CAPE CORAL

ABC Wine & Spirits: Located on Pine Island. Great selection of wine & liquors.

Farmer Joe’s Market: A new massive family owned grocery store & speciality market.

Publix – Grocery store about 8 minute drive from the villa.

Starbucks Surfside Boulevard – About an 8 minute drive from the villa.

Cape Creamery: Fantastic ice cream store next to Lobster Lady Restaurant