Sanibel Isles 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.
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.
Top hotels in Sanibel Isles
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Great breakfast, pool area, staff and rooms. Very accommodating. Recommended Jungle Bird which is right behind the parking lot and the food is excellent. Would definitely stay here again. Close to everything.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
It's 5'o clock somewhere! Honestly, this is the best place I've ever stayed. Colorful, smells good, lots of fun activities and the steak and egg breakfast was heavenly! Started the day with a wonderful massage. Maybe one last dip in the beach before I leave! It was a great weekend away!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Clean room, easy walk straight out to beach, tiki bar best around and pool water warm and relaxing
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
The second we pulled in, there were cops everywhere. The room appeared clean until we went into the restroom. The shower floor was soft and almost squishy. It was extremely dirty.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Beach view the best!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Clean, well kept.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sanibel Isles
The Dunes
While there might not be top attractions in The Dunes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way.
Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Gumbo Limbo
Though Gumbo Limbo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
Shell Harbor
While Shell Harbor isn't home to many top sights, Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel Sea School are some notable places to visit nearby.
Beachview Country Club Estates
While visiting Beachview Country Club Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
East End
While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse.
