There is so much to see and do on The Beaches of southwest Florida for every member of the family. This is one of the few remaining areas in Florida
that offers so much natural beauty with hundreds of acres of protected
nature and wildlife preserves. Birdwatchers and nature lovers will find
bliss here. Visit our splendid parks for a close up looksee at nature;
and don't forget to introduce yourself to the locals: our friendly
manatees, 'gators (from a distance) as well as all manner of wildlefe.
Water sports enthusiasts will never lack for lots of fun and
excitement, and sports fans will find plenty for which to cheer. Take a
cruise, a tour, a kayak or canoe ride, or along walk on the beach.
Then delve into our fascinationg history and culture. Southwest Florida attractions are all about your entertainment. For more information on Southwest Florida contact the Renee Team.
MOVIE THEATERS
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ARTS & CULTURE
- ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33919 (239)939-2787. www.artinlee.org.
Free admission to public art galleries featuring local, regional and
nationally know artists and craftspersons. This 150-seat theater plus
outdoor amphitheater features concerts, live theatrical performances
and numerous festivals throughout the year.
- BARBARA B. MANN PERFORMING ARTS HALL 8099 College Pkwy., Fort Myers, FL 33919. (239)481-4849, (800)440-7469(US). www.bbmannpah.com.
The area's only full-sized and fully equipped stage for Broadway
musicals. Prominent entertainers, popular and classical music concerts,
all on the campus of Edison College.
- BLACK BOX THEATRE 10501 FGCU Blvd., S. Fort Myers, Florida 33965 (239)590-7268 www.fgcu.edu/CAS/blackbox/. The small theater and excellent student based theater makes this
a hot spot for theatre lovers. Be sure to call the number above to
reserve tickets, seats tend to fill up fast.
- FLORIDA REPERTORY THEATRE 2267 First St., Fort Myers, FL 33901. (239)332-4488, (877)787-8053(US). www.floridarep.org. The magic of professional, live theater in historic downtown Fort Myers
presenting musical and dance performances. Built in 1908, the theater
is a renovated Victorian playhouse and equity theater company with
your-round productions.
- SOUTHWEST FLORIDA SYMPHONY 4560 Via Royale, Fort Myers, FL 33919. (239)418-1500. www.swflso.org. Enjoy a musical adventure. Lee County's
only professional symphony orchestra, offering classical and props
series, as well as specials performed at Barbara B. Mann Hall and a
chamber orchestra series in Schein Hall at BIG ARTS, Sanibel Island.
BEACHES & PARKS
- BONITA BEACH PARK 27954 Hickory Blvd., Bonita Springs, FL 34134. (239)949-4615. www.leeparks.org. Between Fort Myers Beach and Bonita Springs,
this 2.5-acre beachfront park features boardwalk and swimming area.
Sand dunes and costal vegetation surround a gazebo and eight picnic
shelters. Bus and trolley service available. Parking $0.75 an hour.
- BOWDITCH POINT REGIONAL PARK 50 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL 33908. (239)463-1116. www.leegov.com. Take a trolley to the northern tip of Fort Myers Beach
to this 17.5 acre park facility where amenities include a "village
deck" for group gatherings, a bathhouse and a boardwalk leading to a
picnic area and beach. 80 parking spaces are available; parking is
$0.75 per hour.
-BUNCHE BEACH 18201 John Morris Rd., Fort mYers Beach, FL. (239)432-2006. This 731-acre facility is a natural tidal wetlands area that is located on San Carlos Bay. This pristine, completely natural area that is indicative of the area before the introduction of exotic plant species, is old Florida.
This beach is an example of a living ecosystem that ranges from a sandy
beach to mangrove forests to salt flats and contains a wide variety of
wildlife. For passive recreational day use and has no amenities.
Parking is limited, but is free.
- CAPTIVA BEACH Capitve Island,
FL. Captive has been called "one of the most romantic beaches." Quiet
beach offering amozing sunset views. Portable restoom facilities.
Limited Parking for $2 per hour.
- CAYO COSTA STATE PARK Between North Capiva & Boca Grande, Boca Grande, FL 33921. (941)964-0375. www.floridastateparks.org. Accessible only by boat, Cayo Costa is one the largest uninhabited barrier islands in Florida.
It contains unique vegetation that has hone unspoiled for the past 500
years. Ideal for camping, swimming, shelling and fishing.
- CENTENNIAL PARK 2100 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33901. (239)332-2287. www.cityftmyers.com. Located along the Caloosahatchee River, this eight-acre park offers a playground, picnic areas and a fishing pier. A great setting for community events.
- DOG BEACH PARK 8600 Estero Blvd., Bonita Beach, FL 34134. (239)949-4615. www.leeparks.org.
Dog beach Park allows dogs to roam free in a beautiful beach setting.
No restroom facilities or running water. Parking is free.
- FORT MYERS BEACH Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931. Fort Myers Beach has miles gleaming white sand overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.
Famous for swimming and recreation, the gently sloping beaches make it
ideal for families and beach lovers. Restaurants, cafes, shopping and
activities abound.
- LAKES PARK 7330 Gladiolus Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33908. (239)432-2006. www.leeparks.org.
This 279-acre park features a 15-acre freshwater lake, a seasonal
swimming beach, showers, adjacent water playground, 2.5 miles of paved
biking and walking paths, playground, food concession, bike/boat
rentals and picnic pavillion. Take a miniature train ride and visit the
unique Fragance Gardens created especiallfor the visually impaired.
- LITTLE HICKORY ISLAND BEACH PARK Fort Myers Beach, FL.
A white-sand beach combined with a feeling of seclusion is the main
attraction at this beachront park. Surf fishing is a favorite pastime
for visitirs. The beach is wide and clean and offers restrooms, picnic
tables and showers. A ramp runs from the parking lot to the sand
allowing accessibility for wheelchairs. Parking $0.75 per hour.
- LOVERS KEY STATE PARK 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931. (239)463-4588. www.floridastateparks.org.
Lovers Key is a blend of recreational and educational experiences.
Accessible by car, foot or beat, the park has tidal lagoons fringed
with mangroves diverse aquatic animals, bathhouses, picnic shelters,
hiking, beautiful remote beaches, canoeing and kayaking. Park entrance
fee required.
- LYNN HALL MEMORIAL PARK 950 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931. (239)463-1116. www.leeparks.org.
A beachfront park providing recreational opportunities, including a
playground, picnic shelters, bathhouse and fishing pier, all in the
heart of Fort Myers Beach. Parking is $0.75 per hour.
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ENTERTAINMENT
- THE BIG "M" CASINO 450 Harbor Court, Fort Myers Beach FL 33931. (239)765-PLAY, (888)373-3521(FL ONLY). www.bigmcasino.com. Las Vegas-style casino gambling aboard Southwest Florida's
most luxurious gaming yacht. Enjoy blackjack, roulette, lit-it-ride and
the newest and loosest state-of-the-art slots. Two cruises dalily from
Moss Marine on Fort Myers Beach. Cash back on all slots.
- BROADWAY PALM DINNER THEATRE 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907. (239)278-4422, (800)475-7256(US). www.broadwaypalm.com. Breakway Palm Dinner Theatre is Southwest Florida's
"most entertaining destination." It features a lavish buffet and
professional theatrical productions with actors selected from national
auditions.
-THE HARBORSIDE EVENT CENTER 1375 Monroe St., Fort Myers, FL 33901. (239)332-7600, (800)294-9516(US/CAN). www.fmharborside.com. A premier facility for conventions, large trade and consumer shows, entertainment events and banquets in downtown Fort Myers. Located along the Caloosahatchee River
and within walking distance to the downtown historic and entertainment
district. Convening at Harborside affords amny unique meeting
opportunities.
- LEE CIVIC CENTER 11831 Bayshore Rd., Forty Myers, FL 33917. (239)543-8368. www.leeciviccenter.com. Home of the Southwest Florida
and Lee Country Fair, this indoor/outdoor event complex contins a
65,000-sq.ft. arena suitable for trade shows and seats 7,800 for
concerts. Also featrues a 15,000-sq.ft. air-conditioned Expo Hall and a
17,000-sq.Ft. Pavilion with three phase electric.
- MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN 2805 Colonia Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33912. (239)275-8487. www.semgulf.com.
The new weekend show "Silent Vengeance" which had a fantastic recetion
in its first two weeks of play. Or, enjoy the ongoing midweek show "
Deadly Deceptions." Seminaole Gulf Railway also offers daytime
excursions.
- NAPLES/FORT MYERS GREYHOUND TRACK 10601 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs, FL 34135. (239)992-2411, (800)321-2222. www.naplesfortmyersdogs.com.
All the excitement of greyhound racing on a quarter-mile oval track.
Dine trackside in the air-conditioned Sky Region Dining Room. Races
vary according to season. Call ahead for race times, poker room hours
and tournaments.
- THE SHELL FACTORY & NATURE PARK 2787 N. Tamiami Trl., North Fort Myers, FL 33903. (239)995-2141, (800)282-8505. www.shellfactory.com.
Huge slection of shells, jewelry, fine gifts, greeting cards,
stationary store and post office. Homemade fudge kitchen, hand -blown
galss factory and holiday house. Nature park, bumper boats, bumper cars
and mini-golf. Seafood restaurant and Subway.
- SUN HARVEST CITRUS 14810 Metro Pkwy., Fort Myers, FL 33912. (239)768-2686, (800)743-1480. www.sunharvestcitrus.com.
Squeeze in a visit to Sun Harvest Citrus for fresh-picked citrus,
juices, gourmet foods, gifts and much more. This 24,000-sq.ft.
packinghouse offers free tours for a look at Florida's citrus industry.
- SUN SPLASH FAMILY WATERPARK 400 Santa Barbara Blvd., Cape Coral, FL 33991. (239)574-0495. www.sunsplashwaterpark.com. Spend a day zooming, fluming and floating at one of the largest waterparks between Tampa and Miami. The park offers more than 24 attractions for family fun and excitement.
HISTORIC SITES
BURROUGHS HOME 2505 First St., Fort Myers, FL 33901. (239)332-5955. www.cityftmyers.com. A historic riverfront, turn-of-the last century home on the National Registry of Historic Places.
CABBAGE KEY INN Intracoastal Waterway, Marker #60, Pineland, FL 33945. (239)283-2278. www.cabbagekey.com. At Channel Marker #60 on the Intracoastal Waterway lies a unique 100-acre island reminiscent of days gone by. The original inn and restaurant features the famous Dollar Bill Bar and Cheeseburgers in paradise. Rooms at the inn, cottages and transient dockage available. Accessible by boat only.
EDISON-FORD WINTER ESTATES 2350 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33901. (239)334-3614, (888)377-9475. www.edison-ford-estate.com.
One of the area's most popular attractions are the homes of these
famous next-door neighbors, Thomas Edison and Hentry Ford. Tour
Edison's botanical gardens, his laboratory and the museum with the
world's largest collection of edison's inventions and memorabilia.
KORESHAN STATE HISTORIC SITE U.S. 41 at Corkscrew nationally recognized historical site, the Koreshan Park
was a utopian community settled in the late 1800s. Fishing, camping,
nature study, picnicking, boat ramp and canoes for rent. Guided walks
and campfire programs seasonally.
THE MOUND HOUSE: A CULTURAL & ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER 289 Connecticut st., Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931. (239)765-0865. www.ci.fortmyers.fl.us/celc/index. The Mound House is the oldest surviving home (1906) on Fort Myers Beach and is situated on a Calusa Native American mound on Estero Bay. The house is park of a 2.77-acre learning environment that broadens insights into area history, ecology and culture.
MOUND KEY ARCHAEOLOGICAL STATE PARK Located just east of Lovers Key in Estero Bay, Fort Myers Beach, FL. (239)992-0311. Northest of the southern tip of Fort Myers
beach, this island was constructed from shells by Calusa Indians
1,000-puls years ago. A popular archaeological site, with research
conducted by the University of Florida. Tours conducted by qualified historian.
SANIBEL LIGHTHOUSE BOARDWALK One Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957. (239)472-6397. www.ci.sanibel.fl.us. The most frequently photographed aspect of Sanibel Island.
The lighthouse has been a landmark since 1884 when the entire island
was a nature preserve. Visit the wheelchair-accessible boardwalk that
leads to the lighthouse. Parking is $2.00 per hour
SPORTS
ALICO ARENA 10501 FGCU Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33965. (239)590-7012. www.fgcu.edu/athletics. Home to the NCAA's newest Division II institution, Florida Gulf Coast University.
The arena is a 4,500-seat multipurpose facility that hosts FGCU Eagles
basketball & volleyball games among other FGCU sports. Alico Area
also holds Lee County sporting events and serves as a concert venue.
BOSTON RED SOX SPRING TRAINING 2201 Edison Ave., Fort Myers, FL 33901. (239)334-4700, (877)RED-SOXX. www.redsox.com. Watch a Boston Red Sox baseball game in Florida at the City of Plams Park. Call for tickets.
FLORIDA EVERBLADES ICE HOCKEY 11000 Everblades Pkwy., Estero, FL 33928. (239)948-7825. www.floridaeverblades.com.
Join in the excitement of watching the Everblades glide along the ice
and score. Hockey games held October to April at Germain Arena. Call
for tickets. NHL affiliate - Carolina Hurricanes
FLORIDA FIRECATES ARENA FOOTBALL Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy., Estero, FL 33928. (390-2287. www.floridafirecats.com.
The Florida Firecats, a professional football organization, were the
2002 American Conference champs and the 2004 Arena Cup Champions. The
af2 schedule (pre- and post-season games) runs from mid-March through
the first week of August. Call for tickets and info
FLORIDA FLAME 11000 Everblades Pkwy., Estero, FL 33928. (239)561-8130. www.floridaflame.com.
The National Basketball Development League is the beginning of the
NBA's minor league sports system headed up by NBA Commissioner David
Stern. Triple-A Basketball has arrived in Fort Myers, and your Florida Flame is "guaranteed to be nonstop excitement for all ages."
FLORIDA SAILING AND CRUSING SCHOOL 3444 Marinatown Ln., North Fort Myers, FL 33903. (239)656-1339, (800)262-7939. www.flsailandcruiseschool.com. Sailing and powerboat handling courses adn instruction, yacht charters and boat rentals.
FORT MYERS SKATIUM 2250 Broadway, Fort Myers, FL 33901. (239)461-3145. www.fortmyersskatium.com.
a 72,000-sq.-ft., state-of-the-art family entertainment facility. Ice
skating rink, a laser tag arena, video arcade and full-service
concession area. Rentals by the hour.
GERMAIN ARENA 11000 Everblades Pkwy., Estero, FL 33928. (239)948-7825. www.germainarea.com Southwest Florida's premier state-of-the-art sports and entertainment facility. Homes of the Florida
Everblades Hockey. Recreation facility featuring two NHL size hockey
rinks, public skating, pro shop, arcade, party rooms and sports pub.
MINNESOTA TWINS SPRING TRAINING 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy., Fort Myers, FL 33912. (239)768-4210, (800)33TWINS. www.miraclebaseball.com. Lee County
Sports Complex. Call for ticket and schedule information. Home of the
Minnesota Twins spring training camp. Following Twins Baseball in
March, stick around for Miracle Baseball in April.
MIRACLE BASEBALL CLUB 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy., Fort Myers, FL 33912. (239)768-4210. www.miraclebaseball.com. Member of the FLorida State League. Watch the team "play ball" at the Lee County Sports Complex located between Daniels Parkway and U.S. 41. A minor league affiliate of the Minnesota Twins. Games held April to Sept. Tickets may be purchased online.
