Things to do in Sanibel
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Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Fort Myers
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Fort Myers Beach: Adults only BYOB Tiki Pub Daytime Cruise
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Sunset Dolphin Cruise with Sanibel Lighthouse Views
What to do in Sanibel
Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel when you stop by Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Sanibel Island Northern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Northern Beach during your trip to Sanibel? Discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area, or enjoy its biking trails.
Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.
Blind Pass Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blind Pass Beach during your trip to Wulfert? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village in Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Causeway Islands Park B
Enjoy the beautiful sunrises and explore Causeway Islands Park B, a lovely green space in Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Areas of Sanibel
Beachview Country Club Estates
If you're spending some time in Beachview Country Club Estates, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Sanibel Isles
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sanibel Isles and surrounding area, you can visit Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way.
Shell Harbor
Though Shell Harbor might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel Sea School.
Sanctuary
While Sanctuary might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blind Pass Beach and Turner Beach.
The Dunes
When in The Dunes, you can plan a visit to Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Bailey's Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Murex Lakes
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Murex Lakes and surrounding area, you can visit Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum.