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Fort Myers & Sanibel

Holidaying in Fort Myers and Sanibel is a great way to experience the natural beauty and laid-back lifestyle of Southwest Florida. Visitors can relax on pristine beaches, explore wildlife preserves and state parks, and sample delicious seafood cuisine. Additionally, the area is known for its historic sites, museums, and galleries, making it a great destination for history and culture lovers.

 

What you’ll love most about Fort Myers & Sanibel

  • Visit the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island to see a variety of native wildlife, including alligators, manatees, and over 200 species of birds
  • Spend a day at the beach on Sanibel Island or Fort Myers Beach, known for their clear water and soft sand
  • Take a historic walking tour of downtown Fort Myers, where you can see the winter homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford
  • Visit the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum on Sanibel Island to learn about the diverse collection of shells found in the area
  • Take a sunset cruise or eco-tour to see the natural beauty of the area from a different perspective
  • Sample delicious seafood cuisine at one of the many restaurants in the area, featuring fresh fish, crab, and shrimp dishes

Where to Book

  • Relaxing on the beach - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau

  • Big Hickory Seafood Grille - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau

  • Couple walking from the beach - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau/Jason Lindsey

  • North Cayo Costa - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau

  • Kids with sandcastles in Fort Myers - Jason Lindsey

  • White Ibis, Boca Grande - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau/Jason Boeckman

  • Sailboat - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau/The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel

  • Barred owls, Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau/Tom Lonergan

  • Alligator, Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau/Stephen Royal

  • Couple kayaking - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau/The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel

  • Zebra swallowtail butterfly, Hickey Creek Mitigation Park - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau/Jason Boeckman

  • Kayaking solo - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau/The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel

  • Couple stroll along the beach after sunset - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau/Jason Lindsey

  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau

  • Fort Myers fishing pier - Lee County Visitor Convention Bureau

Average temperature

Information below is based on average highest temperature for each month.

  • 22℃
  • 24℃
  • 25℃
  • 28℃
  • 30℃
  • 31℃
  • 32℃
  • 32℃
  • 31℃
  • 29℃
  • 26℃
  • 25℃
  • 4
  • 3
  • 3
  • 3
  • 5
  • 12
  • 14
  • 15
  • 12
  • 5
  • 3
  • 3

Information above is based on the average number of days which experience some form of rainfall for each month.

Rainfall

When to Visit

Below gives you information and a rating of the best time of year to visit.

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Our Ratings

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