The Best of Fort Myers

Enjoy the best of Fort Myers!  There’s a change of pace when you go to Fort Myers & Sanibel Beaches. For a lot of people, it’s just slowing down and relaxing. For others, it’s enjoying the soft, white sandy beaches and just sinking your toes in.  Then for some, it’s the outdoor activities, playing in the water, and the family activities where every minute it taken full advantage of.

If you’re looking for fun in the fun in the sun, you will find it all on the beaches surrounding Fort Myers. From the quiet and secluded Cayo Costa to the boundless activity found at Lynn Hall Memorial Park, there is beach for you. Lynn Hall is right in the heart of Fort Myers Beach. You will find more action here than at any of the other beaches with lots of restaurants, bars and lots of water sports.

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Fort Myers Weather (Best Time to Go)

The best time to visit Fort Myers is between March and May. Although the sun is up and rates are down, visitors wanting a quiet vacation should be on the lookout for spring breakers. The summer months see the most crowds, especially families, so plan to book at least three months in advance if you’ll be traveling then. Like other tropical locales, Fort Myers also sees an influx of travelers in the winter season when high temperatures are in the mid to upper 70s. During June – August “Hot” and “sweaty” don’t deter families from flocking here. Prepare for daily temperatures in the low 90s and remember to coat yourself in sunscreen. Also, don’t forget to pack an umbrella for those frequent afternoon rain showers – the area sees most of its rainfall this time of year. During September – November the rain has subsided; the families have fled; the heat has decreased; but the chance of hurricanes persists. These four factors encourage hotels to offer some great rates. Take a look at visiting during this shoulder season.  Then not many people can resist mid to upper 70-degree weather and clean beaches December – February. Hotels recognize this and charge premiums, yet even these are much less than at other Floridian destinations.

Best Fort Myers Beaches

Bunche Beach

Bunche Beach is one of the best beaches in Fort Myers. You can enjoy  swimming, suntanning, and shelling. There are also quite a few starfish and crabs here. Bunche Beach is also a sheller’s paradise.  But the best thing to do at Bunche Beach is kayak.

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Newton Park

Newton Park on Fort Myers Beach is a perfect beach for history lovers and families with children! There are restrooms, outdoor showers, picnic tables at the Cottage, and easy beach access. The property’s Seven Seas cottage is available for special events and features a covered thatched hut and bocce courts.

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Lover’s Key State Park

Since Lovers Key State Park is a state park, it has unique amenities here, and is one of the best beaches in Fort Myers Beach. In addition to the main beach, a separate dog-friendly beach, the Bonita Beach Dog Beach, just for dogs. Dogs can run off-leash and frolic in the water here.

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Fort Myers Beach

Fort Myers Beach is the most well-known beach in the Fort Myers area. You can enjoy seven miles of picture-perfect shoreline. Take a dip in the sparkling gulf waters, relax on the golden sand, test your sandcastle building prowess, and pick up loads of gorgeous shells.  There are also plenty of water sports including kayaking, paddle boarding, jet skiing, or parasailing.

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Crescent Beach Family Park

Crescent Beach Family Park is a section of shoreline is distinguished from the remaining seven miles of Fort Myers beach where families hang out. It’s one of the public beaches Fort Myers has that are super family-friendly.

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Best Fort Myers Tours & Activities

Lovers Key Guided Eco Tour-Mangrove Estuary

Spend a day in the great outdoors and explore Lovers Key on a guided eco-tour. Join a guide and a small group to paddle through the mangrove forests, keeping your eyes peeled for wildlife like dolphins and manatees. Learn about the area’s history of Native Americans and Conquistadors as well as the local ecology from your tour guide.  Book Your Lovers Key Guided Eco Tour Here.

Sunset Sail

SWFL sunsets are the best, and there is no better place to watch them than from the deck of our 36ft. Sailing Catamaran, “Copacetic”. The sunset hours are a magical time to be out on the water. With the winds calm, the sun turns golden and paints the sky in a palette of hues and colors that seem almost unreal.  Book Your Sunset Sail Here.

Everglades Adventure Day Trip

Discover Florida’s wild Everglades on an exciting full-day tour from the Greater Fort Myers area. Travel by airboat deep into the secluded Western Everglades, explore Big Cypress National Preserve by van and foot, and take a leisurely cruise through a mangrove forest. Enjoy commentary from your naturalist guide as you spot manatees, dolphins, and native birds and lunch .  Book Your Everglades Adventure Here.

Guided Kayak Eco Tour – Bunche Beach

Florida is home to some of the world’s most bio diverse landscapes and you can discover a fraction of it during this guided kayak tour. Join a small group and guide to paddle through mangrove forests, shallow bays, and beautiful beaches. While you paddle, keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as manatees, dolphins, spoonbills, turtles, and rays, and listen to commentary from your guide about your surroundings.  Book Your Guided Kayak Eco Tour Here.

Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach

There is no better way to get a birds eye view of this tropical paradise, with a family owned and operated staff with your safety and enjoyment as their highest priority! Take off and land from a custom para sail boat, and enjoy the cruise while the other parties take their turn!  Book Your Parasailing Adventure Here.

Best Fort Myers Restaurants

Sunset Beach Tropical Grille & The Playmore Tiki Bar  $11 – 30

A fun gathering place with a phenomenal view. You can sit back and relax, watching the fishermen on the pier or the dolphins playing in the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Let’s not forget, the white sandy beach and the world renowned sunsets. They have added great food and of course your favorite libations with live entertainment for a complete Ft. Myers Beach experience. Telephone:  239-463-1028  Web:  Sunset Beach Tropical Grille & The Playmore Tiki Bar.

Key Lime Conch Shack  Under $10

They are excited to bring affordable, island style seafood to Fort Myers Beach. The menu is inspired by our travels and features cuisines from the Caribbean, Bahamas, Hawaii, and Florida Keys.  Telephone:  239-848-1010 Web:  Key Lime Conch Shack

Fresh Catch Bistro  $31 – 60

Sit back, relax and enjoy.  Indulge in a great bottle of wine, a fine bourbon or scotch and the best food and service on Fort Myers Beach.  At Fresh Catch Bistro they work tirelessly to ensure your dining experience is simply the the best!  Telephone: 239-463-2600 Web:  Fresh Catch Bistro.

Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille  $11 – 30

Doc Ford’s Fort Myers Beach sits on the back of beautiful Estero Bay on San Carlos Island and offers the best waterfront dining on Ft. Myers Beach. Feel free to go by car or boat and experience live music and watch the largest shrimp boat fleet in the U.S. head in and out of the gulf thru Matanzas Pass. With seating inside and out, it’s a view you will never forget!  Telephone:  239-765-9660  Web:  Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille.

Smokin’ Oyster Brewery  $11 – 30

Smokin’ Oyster Brewery, known by locals as S.O.B., was established in 1997. Since the first oysters on the half shell where served many have enjoyed the Island atmosphere and the live entertainment on the outside porch of the renovated Florida home.  When you go to S.O.B. you will notice a small boat behind the bar. It was originally thought it could be used in case of a hurricane to escape with some of the delicious crabs, island bread, or hamburgers prepared fresh daily. However, now it is much more useful displaying the many bottled beers, wines and liquors used to make fabulous tropical drinks.  Telephone:  239-463-3474  Web: Smokin’ Oyster Brewery.

Best Fort Myers Beach Bars

Cottage Beach Bar & Gulfshore Grill

The Cottage Beach Bar & Gulfshore Grill is a popular Fort Myers Beach restaurant destination. The restaurant and bar offers fantastic views of the Gulf of Mexico from every table! A local’s favorite for 40 years, they offer the best in Ft Myers night life and are one of the top Ft Myers Beach bars in the area. Telephone: 239-765-5440  Web:  Cottage Beach Bar & Gulfshore Grill.

Junkanoo On The Beach

Join them at Junkanoo for a taste of the tropics. Guests will enjoy their open air or covered seating on the beach over looking the Gulf of Mexico.  Thanks to their fans, they’ve been voted the Best Restaurant, Bar and Drinks on Fort Myers Beach.  Watch your favorite sporting event, play pool, dance or just relax on one of the many cabanas on the beach! The party never really ends there.  Telephone:  239-463-6139  Web: Junkanoo on the Beach.

The Beached Whale

The Look Out Lounge serves the full Beached Whale menu including BBQ, Seafood Baskets and full plated entrees. Happy Hour features our popular Whale Wings, mussels, and famous Flat Breads.  Guests can dine with a great view of the Gulf from atop The Beached Whale.  Telephone:  239-463-5505 Web:  The Beached Whale.

 Famous Blowfish Bar (Part of Pierside Grille)

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