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Sanibel Island

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Nature & Parks · Beaches · Lighthouses
Take a trip to Sanibel Island if you like pretty sunsets and luxurious resorts. Most people go there for "shelling" on the beach--the "Sanibel stoop" remains a tourist favorite. It's a family-friendly destination with a village atmosphere and loads of chances for viewing local wildlife. Plan a trip to United States easily and quickly by telling Inspirock to suggest an itinerary.
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    Top Sanibel Island tours

    FROM $70 BOOK WITH VIATOR Sunset Sail
    5.0
    Duration: 2 hours
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    FROM $70 BOOK WITH VIATOR Copacetic Day Sail
    4.2
    Duration: 2 hours
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    FROM $650 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cape Coral Inshore Fishing Charter
    Duration: 4 to 8 hours
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    FROM $299 BOOK WITH VIATOR Fort Myers Beach Jet Ski Free-Range Rental
    Duration: 4 hours
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    FROM $447 BOOK WITH VIATOR West Coast Tour Gulf of Mexico/Naples/Ft.Myers/Sanibel/Outlet Shopping Two Days.
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    Popular things to do in Sanibel Island

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    Nature / Park
    J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge
    4.4
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Sanibel Causeway ©
    Scenic Drive
    Sanibel Causeway
    4.4
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum
    4.4
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Bowman's Beach ©
    Beach
    Bowman's Beach
    4.2
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Side trips from Sanibel Island

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    Boat Tour
    Boat Tours & Water Sports
    Cape Coral
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Captiva Beach ©
    Beach
    Captiva Beach
    Captiva Island
    4.4
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    Fishing Charter / Tour
    Fishing Charters & Tours
    Captiva Island
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    Parasailing / Paragliding
    Parasailing & Paragliding
    Captiva Island
    4.6
    Duration: 4 hours

    Kid-friendly things to do in Sanibel Island

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    Blind Pass Beach Park ©
    Beach
    Blind Pass Beach Park
    4.2
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    Boat Tour
    Boat Tours & Water Sports
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Sanibel Community Playground ©
    Playground
    Sanibel Community Playground
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Tarpon Bay Beach ©
    Beach
    Tarpon Bay Beach
    4.2
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Shopping in Sanibel Island

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    Sanibel Island Farmer's Market ©
    Flea Market
    Sanibel Island Farmer's Market
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Bailey's General Store ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Bailey's General Store
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Gene's Books ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Gene's Books
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    B Unique Boutique ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    B Unique Boutique
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Hidden gems in Sanibel Island

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    Fishing Charter / Tour
    Fishing Charters & Tours
    5.0
    Duration: 4 hours
    Dolphin / Whale Watching
    Dolphin & Whale Watching
    5.0
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Gulfside Beach ©
    Beach
    Gulfside Beach
    4.3
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Whitney's Bait and Tackle
    Outdoor Activity
    Whitney's Bait and Tackle
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Parks in Sanibel Island

    Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW)
    Nature / Park
    Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW)
    4.2
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Pond Apple Park
    Park
    Pond Apple Park
    5.0
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Lighthouse Beach Park
    Park
    Lighthouse Beach Park
    4.3
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens
    Garden
    Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens
    3.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min

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    Where to stay in Sanibel Island

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    Condos, apartments, and guesthouses personalized by their owners tend to stick to the beachside and include stunning views and private pools. Book in advance online or over the phone, as prices can be dear if you wait until the last minute.
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    Places to visit with Sanibel Island

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