Gregory’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Beautiful natural area and beach close by with kayak rentals available. Great place to have a beach sunset picnic and take in the scenery including ample bird watching
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Bunche Beach
Beautiful natural area and beach close by with kayak rentals available. Great place to have a beach sunset picnic and take in the scenery including ample bird watching
Walking paths/boardwalk out to the bay through old growth mangrove forests. Great for a morning hike or jog.
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Matanzas Pass Preserve
199 Bay RdWalking paths/boardwalk out to the bay through old growth mangrove forests. Great for a morning hike or jog.
Nice public beach park with nature trails, BBQ grills, and picnic tables.
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I-Bowditch Point Park
50 Estero BlvdNice public beach park with nature trails, BBQ grills, and picnic tables.
State park with miles of white sand beaches and back bay estuaries kayaking trails/rentals. Take a tram ride out to the beach from the parking area, or walk if so inclined.
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Lovers Key State Park
8700 Estero BlvdState park with miles of white sand beaches and back bay estuaries kayaking trails/rentals. Take a tram ride out to the beach from the parking area, or walk if so inclined.
Miles of boardwalk and sightseeing/nature bathing through old growth ancient cypress forest.
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Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve
7751 Penzance BlvdMiles of boardwalk and sightseeing/nature bathing through old growth ancient cypress forest.
Nice beach park and pier at the foot of the historic Sanibel Lighthouse. Worth noting is a toll bridge to cross, and parking fees are a little on the higher anywhere on Sanibel or Captive Islands
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Lighthouse Beach Park
110 Periwinkle WayNice beach park and pier at the foot of the historic Sanibel Lighthouse. Worth noting is a toll bridge to cross, and parking fees are a little on the higher anywhere on Sanibel or Captive Islands
Great animal refuge for walking and bird watching activities.
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J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
1 Wildlife DriveGreat animal refuge for walking and bird watching activities.
Designed by your co-host Erica, brought to life with the help of her fellow alumni, and kept alive by current students, this food forest and garden is a delight and wonder fostering a love for nature, ecology and resiliency for generations to come.
FGCU Food Forest
9920 FGCU South CourtDesigned by your co-host Erica, brought to life with the help of her fellow alumni, and kept alive by current students, this food forest and garden is a delight and wonder fostering a love for nature, ecology and resiliency for generations to come.
Peaceful county park vert close by… playgrounds, botanic garden, trails, and yes, lots of lakes. Bicycle and boat rentals available. Miniature locomotive ride for kids, big and small alike. Seasonal weekly farmers market and seasonal events including a yearly renaissance fair.
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Lakes Park
7330 Gladiolus DrPeaceful county park vert close by… playgrounds, botanic garden, trails, and yes, lots of lakes. Bicycle and boat rentals available. Miniature locomotive ride for kids, big and small alike. Seasonal weekly farmers market and seasonal events including a yearly renaissance fair.
It’s a bit of a trip, but well worth it for this gem. Take the ferry out to this island state park, and spend the day relaxing in the splendor of unspoiled nature and beaches.
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Cayo Costa State Park
It’s a bit of a trip, but well worth it for this gem. Take the ferry out to this island state park, and spend the day relaxing in the splendor of unspoiled nature and beaches.
Historic and beautiful gardens with a history museum. Fascinating, must do at least once.
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Edison & Ford Winter Estates
2350 McGregor BlvdHistoric and beautiful gardens with a history museum. Fascinating, must do at least once.
Food scene
Mon Paris Coffee Shop & Bakery
13550 Reflections ParkwayQuaint French cafe and bakery within walking distance.
Nice organic cafe, just a short drive away.
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Living Vine Organic Cafe
1400 Colonial BlvdNice organic cafe, just a short drive away.
Chocolattés Coffee & Roasting
16120 San Carlos BlvdGreat locally roasted coffee and treats
Great seafood at reasonable prices, perfect sunsets view over Matanzas Harbor and dueling pianos/ dancing every weekend!
Original Shrimp Dock Bar & Grill
2200 Main StreetGreat seafood at reasonable prices, perfect sunsets view over Matanzas Harbor and dueling pianos/ dancing every weekend!
Great seafood and views of Matanzas harbor in a non-pretentious open air setting. Frequented by singer-song writer/guitarists performing.
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Dixie Fish Co.
714 Fishermans WharfGreat seafood and views of Matanzas harbor in a non-pretentious open air setting. Frequented by singer-song writer/guitarists performing.
Some of the best seafood in the area, expertly prepared, with great views of the Matanzas Harbor. Indoor and outdoor dining choices.
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Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille - Ft. Myers Beach
708 Fishermans WharfSome of the best seafood in the area, expertly prepared, with great views of the Matanzas Harbor. Indoor and outdoor dining choices.
Indoor dining overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, and outdoor bar/grill/live music venue. Volleyball, corn hole and cozy beach bar downstairs.
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Shucker's at the Gulfshore and The Cottage Bar
1250 Estero BoulevardIndoor dining overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, and outdoor bar/grill/live music venue. Volleyball, corn hole and cozy beach bar downstairs.
Very close, great spot for sushi and cocktails. Good lunch specials.
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Blu Sushi
13451 McGregor BlvdVery close, great spot for sushi and cocktails. Good lunch specials.
Takote
17200 San Carlos BoulevardGreat real-deal authentic tacos and margaritas in a fun, unpretentious atmosphere.
El Sabor De Puebla, House Of Salsas
16200 San Carlos BoulevardAmazing authentic tacos, guac, and to-die-for salsas!
Let the chef take you on a culinary experience at this highly rated restaurant within walking distance. Steak, seafood, happy hour.
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University Grill
7790 Cypress Lake DrLet the chef take you on a culinary experience at this highly rated restaurant within walking distance. Steak, seafood, happy hour.
Lan Xang Restaurant
1400 Colonial BoulevardVariety of exciting south Asian dishes
Pizza, beer, craft cocktails, pin ball, live music, and a taco truck out front. Very hip and unpretentious. Just a quick trip over the Cape Coral toll bridge.
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Nice Guys Pizza and Beer
1404 Cape Coral Pkwy EPizza, beer, craft cocktails, pin ball, live music, and a taco truck out front. Very hip and unpretentious. Just a quick trip over the Cape Coral toll bridge.
Beers on tap, curated wine selection, tapas and upscale pub fare. Very close.
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Stillwater Grille
13451 McGregor BlvdBeers on tap, curated wine selection, tapas and upscale pub fare. Very close.
Brewery / Tap Rooms
Best beers in town, small batch only, made with love, served in a cozy tasting-room with regular live music, food trucks, trivia, etc.
Point Ybel Brewing Company
16120 San Carlos BlvdRotating taps and cans/bottles to go from local and afar. Pinball, darts, unpretentious and laid back.
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No.3 Craft Brews & Beer Bar
1319 Cape Coral Pkwy ERotating taps and cans/bottles to go from local and afar. Pinball, darts, unpretentious and laid back.
Entertainment and Nightlife
Artbar with live funky music, martinis, and oh yeah, art everywhere!
Little intimate haven for craft cocktails, tapas, and live jazz and blues music in historic dowtown Fort Myers.
The Barrel Room
2214 Bay StLittle intimate haven for craft cocktails, tapas, and live jazz and blues music in historic dowtown Fort Myers.
Space 39 Art Bar & Martini Lounge
39 Patio De LeonSidney's Rooftop Bar
2301 First StreetRooftop bar in top of the SBDAC, live music and sunsets on the weekends
Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center
2301 First StGreat gallery supporting arts and art education in the area. Frequent events, and a green farmers market every Saturday morning, year round.
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Alliance for the Arts
10091 McGregor BlvdGreat gallery supporting arts and art education in the area. Frequent events, and a green farmers market every Saturday morning, year round.
Florida Repertory Theatre
2268 Bay StLive plays and acts