Our Local Recommendations
Sightseeing
Lots of local restaurants, coffee shops and shopping.
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Downtown Cape Coral Florida
Cape Coral Parkway EastLots of local restaurants, coffee shops and shopping.
Cape Coral’s beach near the iconic CC Yacht Club.
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Yacht Club Beach, LLC
1039 Dolphin DrCape Coral’s beach near the iconic CC Yacht Club.
Fishing pier in the iconic CC Yacht Club area.
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Cape Coral Yacht Club Park Fishing Pier
5819 Driftwood PkwyFishing pier in the iconic CC Yacht Club area.
Matlacha (pronounced Matt-la-shay) is an eclectic area a short drive away at the entrance of Pine Island that has great food places on the water and fun little shops and boutiques.
You must try Blue Dog Grill and Yucatán’s while you’re there.
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Matlacha
Matlacha (pronounced Matt-la-shay) is an eclectic area a short drive away at the entrance of Pine Island that has great food places on the water and fun little shops and boutiques.
You must try Blue Dog Grill and Yucatán’s while you’re there.
Fort Myers beach and boardwalk just a short drive away.
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fort myers beach, fl
Fort Myers beach and boardwalk just a short drive away.
Heading to the seashell capital of the world is a must day trip for you. So many great local restaurants on the island.
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Sanibel Beach
Heading to the seashell capital of the world is a must day trip for you. So many great local restaurants on the island.
Looking for a cool place to check out the local wildlife… At 365 acres, Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve is the second largest preserved green space in Cape Coral*. Located just north of Veteran's Parkway, Four Mile Cove / “Eco Park” is a brackish water wetland area that features a walking trail, visitor center, Veterans Memorial Area, and seasonal kayak rentals.
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I-Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve
2500 SE 24th StLooking for a cool place to check out the local wildlife… At 365 acres, Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve is the second largest preserved green space in Cape Coral*. Located just north of Veteran's Parkway, Four Mile Cove / “Eco Park” is a brackish water wetland area that features a walking trail, visitor center, Veterans Memorial Area, and seasonal kayak rentals.
Punta Gorda Historic District
Edison & Ford Winter Estates
2350 McGregor BlvdFt. Myers Downtown Historic District is a must during your stay…especially lively in the evenings and on weekends. TONS of great food options.
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Downtown Historic District
Ft. Myers Downtown Historic District is a must during your stay…especially lively in the evenings and on weekends. TONS of great food options.
Naples Pier
25 12th Ave SA day trip to Naples is worth the drive.
Another great beach to visit during your stay.
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Marco Island South Public Beach Access
870 County Rd 951Another great beach to visit during your stay.
Vanderbilt Beach
So many beaches…so little time!
A day trip to the Amish Village in Sarasota is like rolling back in time.
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Yoder's Restaurant & Amish Village
3434 Bahia Vista StA day trip to the Amish Village in Sarasota is like rolling back in time.
Short drive on Old Hwy 41 and you will see plenty of Alligators. Swamp boat rentals available.
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Everglades National Park
Short drive on Old Hwy 41 and you will see plenty of Alligators. Swamp boat rentals available.
Naples Botanical Garden
4820 Bayshore DrIf you love unique, exotic cars you will love this place!
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Revs Institute
2500 Horseshoe Dr SIf you love unique, exotic cars you will love this place!
The fastest way by water to get to Captiva Island.
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Island Girl Charters
13921 Waterfront DrThe fastest way by water to get to Captiva Island.
Food scene
Several dining and shopping options!
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Tarpon Point Marina, Tarpon Point
6179 Black Marlin LaneSeveral dining and shopping options!
Marker 92 Waterfront Bar & Bistro
5961 Silver King BlvdTarpon Point favorite
Tarpon Point waterfront bar & grill
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Nauti Mermaid Dockside Bar & Grill
5951 Silver King BoulevardTarpon Point waterfront bar & grill
Fun restaurants and shopping in the iconic CC Yacht Club area.
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Cape Coral Yacht & Racquet
5819 Driftwood PkwyFun restaurants and shopping in the iconic CC Yacht Club area.
Boat House Tiki Bar & Grill - Cape Coral
5819 Driftwood PkwyUrban Buzz Coffee
4413 Del Prado Blvd SGet your daily BUZZ
Great Mexican food with outdoor canal dining available.
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Monarca's Authentic Mexican Cuisine Bar & Grill
1604 SE 46th StGreat Mexican food with outdoor canal dining available.
Great day or evening trip just north of CC to hit the many restaurants and shops at Fisherman’s Village in Punta Gorda.
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Fishermens Village Resort
1200 W Retta EsplanadeGreat day or evening trip just north of CC to hit the many restaurants and shops at Fisherman’s Village in Punta Gorda.
You can only get there by boat or water taxi but this is a local legend on the historical register.
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Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant
You can only get there by boat or water taxi but this is a local legend on the historical register.
Fun atmosphere known for the multiple options for sauces and spices of wings.
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Hurricane Grill & Wings
756 SW Pine Island RdFun atmosphere known for the multiple options for sauces and spices of wings.
One of our favorites for seafood on the Cape. They also have Merrick Seafood Co. adjoining them that offers tons of fresh seafood.
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Fishtale Grill
1229 SE 47th TerraceOne of our favorites for seafood on the Cape. They also have Merrick Seafood Co. adjoining them that offers tons of fresh seafood.
One of the best restaurants on the Cape. A must try during your stay!
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Maria's Pizzeria & Restaurant
1224 SE 46th LnOne of the best restaurants on the Cape. A must try during your stay!
ginger bistro Cape Coral
2366 Surfside BlvdOne of our favorite Asian Fusion places on the Cape.
For REAL French food and the BEST French toast you will ever have this is a must! The owner who is from France will personally greet you and make sure you are 100% satisfied! They also offer different cooking classes.. I would highly recommend looking them up and try one out during your stay!
My Sweet Art
290 Nicholas Pkwy NWFor REAL French food and the BEST French toast you will ever have this is a must! The owner who is from France will personally greet you and make sure you are 100% satisfied! They also offer different cooking classes.. I would highly recommend looking them up and try one out during your stay!
Crisp Creperie
2301 Del Prado Blvd SOur FAV for Sweet or Savory Crepes!
Cape Coral go-to spot for food and live music. Sunday’s are Prime Rib from 4:30 to close.
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Rumrunners
5848 Cape Harbour DrCape Coral go-to spot for food and live music. Sunday’s are Prime Rib from 4:30 to close.
If you need a BBQ fix head to TX Tony’s!
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Texas Tonys Rib & Brewhouse
738 SW Pine Island RdIf you need a BBQ fix head to TX Tony’s!
Lower priced seafood option but still great food and atmosphere.
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Pinchers
6890 Estero BlvdLower priced seafood option but still great food and atmosphere.
Our favorite wood-fired pizza place on the Cape.
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Dante's Coal Fired Pizza
900 SW Pine Island RdOur favorite wood-fired pizza place on the Cape.
Matlacha water front dining with great food and views.
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Yucatan Waterfront Bar and Grill
4875 Pine Island RdMatlacha water front dining with great food and views.
Blue Dog Bar & Grill
4597 Pine Island RdA must visit while you’re visiting Matlacha.
Another Matlacha local dive that we frequent for sunsets and you will often see dolphins and manatees in the channel.
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Hooked Island Grill
9924 Pine Island RdAnother Matlacha local dive that we frequent for sunsets and you will often see dolphins and manatees in the channel.
Off the beaten path at the southern tip of Pine Island in St. James City.
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The Waterfront Restaurant & Marina
2131 Oleander StOff the beaten path at the southern tip of Pine Island in St. James City.
Located in Burnt Store Marina off of Old Burnt Store road between CC & Punta Gorda.
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Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar
3200 Matecumbe Key RdLocated in Burnt Store Marina off of Old Burnt Store road between CC & Punta Gorda.
Another great option in Punta Gorda
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Leroy's Southern Kitchen & Bar
201 W Marion AveAnother great option in Punta Gorda
If you are in downtown Punta Gorda or need to eat before you head to the airport this is a great place for a burger with many options!
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Burg'r Bar
317 Tamiami TrailIf you are in downtown Punta Gorda or need to eat before you head to the airport this is a great place for a burger with many options!
Another great option if you are in Punta Gorda.
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Carmelo's Italian Ristorante
321 W Retta EsplanadeAnother great option if you are in Punta Gorda.
MudBugs Cajun Kitchen
1473 Periwinkle WayIf you like Cajun food, you will love Mudbugs Cajun Kitchen on Sanibel Island.
Fun place to eat on Sanibel Island with a very expansive menu. Will be a wait most weekends.
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The Island Cow
2163 Periwinkle WayFun place to eat on Sanibel Island with a very expansive menu. Will be a wait most weekends.
A staple if you’re looking for fine dining in Ft. Myers.
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The Standard Restaurant
1520 BroadwayA staple if you’re looking for fine dining in Ft. Myers.
Fantastic vibe and seafood in historic downtown Ft. Myers.
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Izzy's Fish & Oyster
2282 First StFantastic vibe and seafood in historic downtown Ft. Myers.
Our absolute FAVORITE restaurant in the entire area…but you have to drive to North Naples. So worth the drive for the famous sunset dinners. Reservations weeks in advance are a must!
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The Turtle Club Restaurant
9225 Gulf Shore DrOur absolute FAVORITE restaurant in the entire area…but you have to drive to North Naples. So worth the drive for the famous sunset dinners. Reservations weeks in advance are a must!
Family Fun
Family water park just up the road from us.
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Sun Splash Family Waterpark
500 Santa Barbara BlvdFamily water park just up the road from us.
Tropical Breeze Fun Park
234 Santa Barbara BlvdTiger Wood’s PopStroke Putt Putt golf is a short drive over the bridge into Ft. Myers.
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PopStroke
5531 Six Mile Commercial CtTiger Wood’s PopStroke Putt Putt golf is a short drive over the bridge into Ft. Myers.
Who doesn’t need ice cream. Their homemade ice cream sandwiches and cakes are to die for!
Ice Cream Club of Cape Coral
2384 Surfside BlvdWho doesn’t need ice cream. Their homemade ice cream sandwiches and cakes are to die for!
Topgolf
2021 Topgolf WayJungleGolf Ft. Myers
17710 San Carlos BlvdZirilli's Chilly Treats
814 SW Pine Island Rd
Jeremiah's Italian Ice
2209 Santa Barbara BoulevardThis is a few blocks away
Local legend…the locals will say you gotta go to “The Love Boat” for Ice Cream!
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Love Boat Home Made Ice Cream
16475 San Carlos BlvdLocal legend…the locals will say you gotta go to “The Love Boat” for Ice Cream!
Catch a Mighty Mussels minor league baseball game.
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Hammond Stadium
14100 6 Mile Cypress PkwyCatch a Mighty Mussels minor league baseball game.
Check their calendar as they often host festivals in the park.
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Laishley Park
Check their calendar as they often host festivals in the park.
Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20
13499 Bell Tower DrTampa is a day trip and always great to catch a baseball game.
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Tropicana Field
1 Tropicana Dr.Tampa is a day trip and always great to catch a baseball game.
Busch Gardens
10165 McKinley DrEasily make a day trip to Busch Gardens.
We have 2 beach cruiser bikes for your use but if you need more you can rent from Cape Coral Cycling.
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Cape Coral Boat Rentals
5828 Cape Harbour DrWe have 2 beach cruiser bikes for your use but if you need more you can rent from Cape Coral Cycling.
Harbour Rentals
5793 Cape Harbour DrivePontoon Boat Rentals
Shopping
Newly opened in 2022. A must grocery shopping visit for fresh produce, seafood, meats, bakery, wine and more. FRESH guacamole made daily and its AWESOME!!
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Farmer Joe's Fresh Market
1401 Southwest Pine Island RoadNewly opened in 2022. A must grocery shopping visit for fresh produce, seafood, meats, bakery, wine and more. FRESH guacamole made daily and its AWESOME!!
Saturday’s 8-1 at Club Square SE 47th Ter & SE 10th Pl
Tuesday’s 9-1 at The Shops at Surfside - Veterans Pkwy & Surfside Blvd
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I-Cape Coral Farmers Market
Southeast 10th PlaceSaturday’s 8-1 at Club Square SE 47th Ter & SE 10th Pl
Tuesday’s 9-1 at The Shops at Surfside - Veterans Pkwy & Surfside Blvd
Merrick Seafood
1229 SE 47th TerraceFresh seafood market that joins Fish Tale Grill.
Paesano's
862 Lafayette StDeli, fresh meats, Italian bakery & specialties
Sanibel Outlets
20350 Summerlin RdThe closest outlet mall to us.
Coconut Point
23106 Fashion DrMiromar Outlets
10801 Corkscrew Rd5th Avenue Shopping Naples Florida
649 5th Ave SGreat high end shopping
Mercato
9110 Strada PlOld Naples Surf Shop
1311 3rd St SIconic surf shop on 3rd Street in Naples
Adult Fun
Local Rum Distillery
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Wicked Dolphin Rum Distillery - Cape Spirits Inc.
131 SW 3rd PlLocal Rum Distillery
Wonderful dinner with a mystery you help solve! Look up the special events as well!! Perfect for a date night!
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Itrain ye-Dinner ye-Murder Mystery
2805 Colonial BlvdWonderful dinner with a mystery you help solve! Look up the special events as well!! Perfect for a date night!
Dave & Buster's
13499 S Cleveland AveThere are SO many golf courses in the area but here are a few local public courses.
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Cape Royal Golf Club
11460 Royal Tee CirThere are SO many golf courses in the area but here are a few local public courses.
Hunters Run Golf Club
1006 SE 4th PlCoral Oaks Golf Course
1800 NW 28th AveCaptain Michael Werner will find the fish. 239-359-7642
Great boats and equipment. These are our pics on one of our trips.
Jawsome Fishing Charters
5789 Cape Harbour DriveCaptain Michael Werner will find the fish. 239-359-7642
Great boats and equipment. These are our pics on one of our trips.
Esterra Salon & Spa
7128 Estero BoulevardSpada Salon & Day Spa
13161 FL-867