Travelers taking time to enjoy a stay in Fort Myers, Florida will be met with plenty of sun, surf, and access to fun to go around. That said, Fort Myers is also perfectly positioned for some great day trips to add to your itinerary. When you’re looking to enjoy a particularly scenic destination during your adventure, setting your sights on Sanibel Island is a must. This welcoming and laid-back island is just the right place to spend a day exploring and it’s well within reach of Fort Myers when you’re looking to expand your experiences in Florida.
Getting Here is a Breeze
Sanibel Island is located off the coast of Fort Myers and getting here requires only 30 to 45 minutes of your time if you’re driving in. Enjoying time on Sanibel Island with a starting point in Fort Myers means traveling the Sanibel Causeway off Summerlin Road. This three-mile-long bridge is your route over San Carlos Bay. It’s good to note ahead of time that the causeway is a toll road and it’s $6 for vehicles and motorcycles alike to pass. In the event you’re heading to Fort Myers from further away and looking forward to a day trip to Sanibel Island, there’s a good chance you’ll be flying into Florida Regional Southwest (RSW). This airport serves flights from all over the country and globe and has a variety of rental car options on-site making it easy to get behind the wheel and start your drive into Sanibel Island following that very same causeway.
Things to Do When You Arrive
Sanibel Island has earned its nickname “Seashell Capital of the World” with good reason. A visit this way puts travelers within easy reach of over 400 different types of shells on the shoreline. That means a great activity to add to your visit here from Fort Myers is time with a bucket in hand, scouring the sands of Lighthouse Beach Park. This is a popular shelling locale on the eastern end of the island where morning low tide reveals a colorful array of shells to select! Afterward, you’ll want to continue your hunt over at scenic Bowman’s Beach where shelling can easily be paired with sunbathing, swimming, or simply savoring the island view. Many travelers who head to Sanibel Island come with hiking boots in hand so they can lace up and hit the trails at the JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge. This destination is known for its incredible population of alligators and flamingos alike, which can be observed from an impressive trail system. When cravings come calling during your Sanibel Island getaway, you’ll want to make sure to take note of delicious stops like the Sanibel Café and Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille where you can find a robust selection of menu options available topped off with handcrafted cocktails that always pair well with an island sunset.
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