Local Area Attractions Near Fort Myers / Pine Island KOA Holiday

Edison & Ford Winter Estates

Edison & Ford Winter Estates

www.efwefla.org/
2350 McGregor Blvd.
Ft. Myers, FL 33901
239-334-7419
The Edison home, located adjacent to the winter home of Henry Ford, features the inventor's laboratory and botanical gardens. Henry Ford bought the property next to the Edison's and visitors can tour the home of the world's first billionaire as well as the Edison home. Tours are Monday-Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm. Closed Christmas and Thanksgiving.

Tropic Star Cruise Boat

Tropic Star Cruise Boat

www.tropicstarcruises.com
Pineland Marina
13921 Waterfront Dr.
Pineland, FL 33945
239-283-0015
Cruise to local islands with white sand beaches that are dotted with seashells. Discover Cabbage Key, Cayo Costa State Park and Beach, Boca Grande, and North Captiva. Rent a kayak and explore Pine Island or Cayo Costa. Tropic Star offers ferry and kayak packages. Open 7 days a week year round. KOA campers enjoy $2.00 off per person.

Fleamasters Flea Market

Fleamasters Flea Market

4135 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Ft. Myers, FL 33916
239-334-7001
There's so much for everyone to enjoy, you won't know where to begin. Thousands of buyers and sellers, farm-fresh fruit and vegetables, antiques, arts & crafts, name brand merchandise at deep discounts, a variety of restaurants and snack bars, free parking, and free admission. Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 8:00am-4:00pm year round.

The Shell Factory

The Shell Factory

www.shellfactory.com
2787 N. Tamiami Trail North Ft. Myers, FL 33903
239-999-2141
800-282-5805
There's something for everyone at the Shell Factory. With the world's largest collection of rare shells, sponges, coral, fossils and sea life specimens, you'll spend a glorious day among the beauty and wonder of the deep. Here you'll find 17 acres of beautiful gifts from the sea, delicious snacks, rides, displays and exhibits. Enjoy the abundant selection of imaginative gifts, including John Perry sculptures, hand-blown glassworks, art collections, home decorations with a nautical motif, wearable fashions and collectibles from Disney, Sesame Street and Warner Brothers plus much more.

Boston Red Sox Spring Training

Boston Red Sox Spring Training

http://boston.redsox.mlb.com
City of Palms Park
2201 Edison Ave.
Ft. Myers, FL 33901
239-334-4700
877-733-7699
See your favorite team play and practice for the upcoming season! Workouts begin mid-February. March marks the beginning of the exhibition games. Check out the website for other Spring special events.

Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre

Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre

www.BroadwayPalm.com
1380 Colonial Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33907
239-278-4422
800-475-PALM
Great reviews from both critics and patrons have made Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre one of southwest Florida's most popular attractions. With a combination of musical favorites and new Broadway productions, the Broadway Palm continues its tradition of quality family entertainment. The lavish buffet has received nearly as much critical praise as the productions. The menu is specially selected to match each show's mood and ambiance. A visit to the dessert table provides the perfect finale to any meal!

Sun Splash Family Water Park

Sun Splash Family Water Park

www.sunsplashwaterpark.com
400 Santa Barbara Blvd.
Cape Coral, FL
239-574-0557
Spend the day relaxing in blue waters. Enjoy more than two dozen wet and dry attractions for all ages.

Fort Myers Historical Museum

Fort Myers Historical Museum

This museum is a restored train depot and on display is a turn-of-the-century Ft. Myers rail car from 1930. The museum also has information and exhibits telling stories about the Calusa Indians, the Koreshan religious sect, and cattle ranchers. Guided tours are available, as well as downtown walking tours. Open December through April, Tuesday - Saturday. The museum is closed on holidays.

10091-A McGregor Blvd.

Fort Myers, FL 33901

239-332-5955

Website

Fun island shopping

Fun island shopping

  • Island
    Matlacha 239-283-8080
  • Wild Child Art Gallery
    www.wildchildartgallery.com
    Matlacha 239-283-6006
  • Pine Island Books
    Pine Island Center 239-282-2665
  • Connie's Connection
    St. James City 239-283-7241
  • Matlacha Art Gallery
    Matlacha 239-283-6453

Fishing

Fishing

  • Olde Fish House Marina
    Matlacha 239-282-9577
    Boat Rentals, Bait, Boat Ramp, Fuel, & Seafood Market
  • Fishing Southwest Florida
    Captain Terry Pitz 239-282-9243
    www.flyfishingswfl.com
    [email protected]
    Fishing Charters:Light tackle or fly fishing for tarpon, redfish, snook, trout and more! Fishing the flats near Sanibel, Captiva, Ft. Myers, Naples, and Pine Island.

Public golf courses

Public golf courses

  • Alden Pines Country Club
    14261 Clubhouse Dr.
    Bokeelia 239-283-2179
    18-hole course, Par 72
  • Royal Tee Country Club
    11460 Royal Tee Circle
    Cape Coral 239-283-5522
    Three 9-hole courses, All Par 36
  • Cape Coral Executive Golf Course
    1006 SE 4th Place
    Cape Coral 239-574-4454
    9-hole course, Par 30
  • Coral Oak Golf Course
    1800 N.W. 28th Ave
    Cape Coral 239-573-3100
    18-hole course, Par 72

Other local necessities

Other local necessities

  • Ann's Beauty Salon
    St. James City 239-283-7000
    Hair care for the entire family!
  • Pine Island Realty
    www.pine-island.com
    St. James City 239-283-0909
    Vacation and retirement homes
  • Greater Pine Island Chamber of Commerce
    www.pineislandchamber.org
    Matlacha 239-283-0888
  • Southwest Florida International Airport
    Ft. Myers 239-768-1000

The Everglades

The Everglades

Located just 2 hours south is the Everglades National Park and the Big Cypress National Preserve. Keep your eyes open for wild alligators along the side the road, take an airboat ride through the swamps, or just drive through the grasslands and Mangrove Wilderness. Experience the wild side of Florida!

Key West Ferry

Key West Ferry

www.seakeywestexpress.com
706 Fisherman's Wharf
Ft. Myers Beach, FL
1-800-273-4496
Don't bother driving! Instead, jump on a high-speed ferry to transport you to the most exotic seaport, Key West. The ferry ride is four hours and getting there is half of the fun! Upon arrival you have your choice of touring for 5 hours or you may choose to return another day! The ferry service offers a free continental breakfast and free parking!

Manatee watching

Manatee watching

Manatees, endangered sea cows, love to swim in our warm Gulf waters. We recommend a few good natural places to spot them!

  • Manatee Par offers spectacular viewing of dozens of manatees. The park also has a visitor's center, canoe/kayak rentals, and fishing areas on the Orange River.
    Directions: From Pine Island Center, follow Hwy 78 west all the way to I-75. Take I-75 South, over the Caloosahatchee River. Exit to Hwy 80. Follow Hwy 80 (Palm Beach Rd.) Northwest. The park is opposite the Florida Power and Light Plant, on the right hand side. Call 239-432-2004 for park info or call the manatee viewing update line at 239-694-3537.
  • The Burnt Store Rd. This spot is not a public park, just a small piece of water on the back roads where you can see manatees in a natural habitat.
    Directions: From Pine Island Center, follow Hwy 78 west, through Matlacha and off the island. The first stoplight you come to will be Burnt Store Rd. Take a left and follow Burnt Store Rd. to Ceitus. Follow Ceitus and take another left at SW 38th Place. Make a right on SW 4th. Follow the dirt road to the left. Please do not feed or disturb the manatees as they are an endangered species.

Sanibel & Captiva Islands

Sanibel & Captiva Islands

www.sanibel-captiva.org
Although Sanibel is located only an hour from us, prepare to make a day of it! Sanibel and Captiva Islands have so much to offer, including shelling, shopping, dining, and more! The beaches on these islands are world-renowned for their shelling and clear waters. The shopping on the island is just as famous. The islands are dotted with upscale specialty shops and small ice cream parlors. For more of an adventure, bring your bike. There paved bike paths that cover over 25 miles of the island.