Attractions

Must Do’s for a Family Vacation in Fort Myers, Florida

With top-notch beaches, plentiful fishing, and boutique shopping, Fort Myers, Florida draws scores of visitors every year. There is also no shortage of family-friendly fun from dolphin spotting tours to museum exploration. Here’s what... Read more

The IMAG History & Science Center in Fort Myers offers kids and adults the opportunity to create new experiences through the exploration of science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and history with an emphasis on Southwest Florida. Photo by Nita Ettinger. Must Do Visitor Guides | MustDo.com

Kids Love IMAG History and Science Center in Fort Myers

Visitors to Fort Myers’ IMAG History and Science Center can easily spend a full day at this educational fun attraction, especially on a hot or rainy day. The former Imaginarium merged with the SW... Read more

Tips for visiting Koreshan State Park near Fort Myers and Naples Florida. Photo credit Jennifer Brinkman. Must Do Visitor Guides | MustDo.com

Visiting Koreshan State Park in Estero, Florida

Located just south of Fort Myers and north of Naples on US-41 in Estero, Florida Koreshan State Park is the preserved site of a 19th century religious community. The 200-acre park includes the Koreshan Unity Settlement... Read more

Tour five top Southwest Florida historic homes located in Ellenton, Sarasota, Fort Myers, and Estero. Plan your visit. Must Do Visitor Guides | MustDo.com

Top 5 Historic Homes in Southwest Florida

There’s no better way to experience local history than by touring a historic home. Southwest Florida has its share, including the last surviving antebellum plantation home in South Florida, the Italianate Ca’ d’Zan, the... Read more

Discover why Florida Repertory Theatre in Fort Myers is one of America's Top Repertory Companies. Must Do Visitor Guides | MustDo.com

Historic Florida Repertory Theatre in Downtown Fort Myers

Heralded by the Wall Street Journal as “One of America’s Top Repertory Companies”, the award-winning Florida Repertory Theatre continues to entertain audiences in Southwest Florida. The Florida Rep is located in the Historic Arcade... Read more

Florida’s subtropical climate is ideal for showy blooms, orchids, and flowering trees. Here’s our list of the best public gardens to visit in Southwest Florida. Must Do Visitor Guides | MustDo.com

Top 5 Botanical Gardens to Visit in Southwest Florida

If you want a day filled with color, fragrance, and fresh air, why not plan to stroll around one of these top Southwest Florida gardens? The tough part will be choosing which one... Read more

Tour the historic Burroughs Home and Gardens downtown Fort Myers, Florida. Must Do Visitor Guides | MustDo.com. Photo by Nita Ettinger

Tour Historic Burroughs Home and Garden

By: Gillian Birch Built in 1901, Burroughs Home and Garden is the only remaining home from the original “Millionaire’s Row” in downtown Fort Myers, Florida. Located on the banks of the broad Caloosahatchee... Read more

How to Travel With Your Kids and Enjoy it

By: Susan Finch You’ve been planning your Florida family vacation for months and are ready to hit the road. But then the reality sits in during a long day battling the airport, sitting in... Read more

5 Tips For Budgeting Travel With a Family

By: Susan Finch If the rising cost of a family vacation feels out of reach, you’re not alone. According to American Express the average cost of a vacation runs $4,580 for a family... Read more

Fort Myers has the highest number of sunshine hours in the whole of Florida – even more than Miami and Key West! Photo by Debi Pittman Wilkey. #Florida #FortMyers #vacation #beaches #thingstodo

Surprising Facts About Fort Myers, Sanibel, and Captiva

How well do you think you know the area around Fort Myers, Sanibel and Captiva Islands? Whether you are a native to Southwest Florida or a first-time visitor, we’re sure you’ll find something... Read more