Gulf Shores Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
Causeway Islands Park B
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Causeway Islands Park B might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sanibel. Wander the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Gulf Shores
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Great place all around. Very nice and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
clean efficient rooms
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
I would think that a hotel based on the beach would have a check in time much earlier that 3: oclock ,so the visitors could use more of their stay doing beach stuff. By the time we checked in at 3 most of the afternoon in over.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Love it here! Clean rooms, great staff, great breakfast!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway
Yes breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops
Friendly staff, great beakfast, rooms very clean
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gulf Shores
Gulf Pines
While Gulf Pines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach.
Chateaux Sur Mer
While Chateaux Sur Mer isn't home to many top sights, Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tradewinds
While there might not be top attractions in Tradewinds, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach are top sights worth seeing.
East Rocks
While there might not be top attractions in East Rocks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
Heron's Landing
When in Heron's Landing, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and Blind Pass Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
