Fort Myers

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Fort Myers Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
Burroughs Home featuring a house and a garden
Fort Myers
Fort Myers
Fort Myers
Stretching out along the banks of the Caloosahatchee River, this attractive town offers rich fishing grounds, quality golf courses and an attractive waterfront.

Fort Myers is a sunny, warm-weather city where you can fish for tarpon, spy alligators and birds at wetland reserves and learn about two of the city’s most famous winter residents: Henry Ford and Thomas Edison.

The town’s premier attraction is the Edison and Ford Winter Estates, the neighboring properties where the two great inventors spent their winters. Browse the exhibits in the museum, which occupies their side-by-side abodes and details the work and achievements of the two pioneering businessmen.

For further insight into local history, visit the IMAG History and Science Center. Here, displays include an animal lab showcasing alligators, iguanas, pythons and prairie dogs among other creatures. Don’t miss the dinosaur-focused exhibit where real fossils are on show.

Abundant outdoor activities and wildlife-watching opportunities can be found in the Fort Myers area. Play a round of golf at Fort Myers Country Club or at Eastwood Golf Course. Venture upriver to Lee County Manatee Park between December and March to see the “sea cows” swimming in the warm waters. Stroll along the boardwalk trail of the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, where everything from migrating birds to alligators can be spotted.

Don’t leave without driving or taking a stroll down McGregor Boulevard. This stately road is lined with attractive royal palms, some of which, according to local legend, were planted by Thomas Edison. Admire the historic houses lining the riverbank and stop for a drink or a meal in one of the roadside cafés.

The nearest airport to Fort Myers is Southwest Florida International Airport, which is about 25 minutes from Fort Myers by car. Although bus and coach routes connect Fort Myers with other major Floridian cities, such as Miami, Orlando and Tampa, renting a car is the best way to travel around the area itself. If you fancy some beach time, the white-sand stretches of Fort Myers Beach are just a 30-minute drive away.

Where to stay in Fort Myers

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Iona

Iona might not have many top sights, but Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach and Key West Express are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Iona
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Villas

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Villas. A stop by Bell Tower Shops or Railroad Museum of South Florida might round out your trip.

Villas
Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve showing forest scenes and a lake or waterhole

Daniels Corridor

While visiting Daniels Corridor, you might make a stop by sights like JetBlue Park at Fenway South and Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve.

Daniels Corridor
I attempt to track down mini golf courses anywhere I travel.

Aside from the mechanical wonderment of Par-King near Chicago, Castle Mini Golf is the best course yet!

Tons of real estate to cover, long greens, many multi-level holes, fun medieval theme, beautifully landscaped, and very well maintained.

If you're in or passing through the Fort Myers area, it's most definitely worth a detour.

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South Fort Myers

While visiting South Fort Myers, you might make a stop by sights like Estero Bay Preserve State Park and Castle Golf.

South Fort Myers
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Punta Rassa

Punta Rassa is a destination visitors seek out for is beaches, abundant dining options, and waterfront views. You might want to check out attractions like Sanibel Harbour or Sanibel Harbour Beach while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Punta Rassa
Barbara B Mann Hall featuring a pond

Cypress Lake

While there might not be top attractions in Cypress Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Barbara B Mann Hall and Bell Tower Shops.

Cypress Lake
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
17260 Harbour Pointe Dr, Fort Myers, FL
The price is P21,167 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
P21,167
P25,036 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Book a stay at this spa resort in Fort Myers. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
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Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway
2.5 out of 5
20091 Summerlin Road, Fort Myers, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,884 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P6,884
P7,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Myers. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
Good hotel!
"Hotel is a little old but clean, good staff, and an awesome pool. Enjoyed my time there!"

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway
Hyatt Place Fort Myers/at The Forum
Hyatt Place Fort Myers/at The Forum
3 out of 5
2600 Champion Ring Rd, Fort Myers, FL
The price is P9,695 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
P9,695
P10,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fort Myers. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Close to everything"

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2025

Hyatt Place Fort Myers/at The Forum
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Resort Harbour Properties
Resort Harbour Properties
3.5 out of 5
17170 Harbour Pointe Drive No 101, Fort Myers, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Fort Myers. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Key West Express and Sanibel Island ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (333 reviews)
"Nice place to relax"

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2025

Resort Harbour Properties
Edison Beach House
Edison Beach House
3.5 out of 5
830 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,258 reviews)
"Great place to stay."

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2025

Edison Beach House
Lazy Cuckoo Inn
Lazy Cuckoo Inn
2 out of 5
17270 Whitewater Ct, Fort Myers Beach, FL
Stay at this aparthotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Key West Express and Smugglers Cove Adventure ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (181 reviews)
"Great place never a disappointment"

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2025

Lazy Cuckoo Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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