Visit Southwest Florida: Best of Southwest Florida, Florida Travel 2025

Where to stay in Southwest Florida

North Captiva

Visitors to North Captiva enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, North Captiva Island Beach is worth a stop.

Siesta Key Village

5/5(1 area review)

Siesta Key Village is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Siesta Key Beach and Siesta Key Farmers Market, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Siesta Key.

South End

If you're spending some time in South End, South Marco Beach and Marco Island Ski & Watersports are top sights worth seeing.

South Bradenton

While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.

Pelican

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Pelican, you might make a stop by sights like Tarpon Point and Harbour View Gallery.

Naples Botanical Garden featuring a garden and a pond

East Naples

5/5(2 area reviews)

Beaches, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of East Naples. Make a stop by Gulf Shores Marina or Fifth Avenue South while you're exploring.

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Popular places to visit

Siesta Key Beach

4.5/5(33 reviews)

The soft, white sand on Siesta Key’s award-winning family-friendly beach is perfect for relaxing under a sun umbrella and taking part in a game of volleyball.

Lido Beach

4.5/5(31 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Venice Beach

5/5(17 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Venice Beach, a popular beach in Venice.

St. Armands Circle

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers.

Mall at University Town Center

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall at University Town Center during your trip to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Turtle Beach

4.5/5(10 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Turtle Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Siesta Key. Wander the seaside or discover the sunsets in this relaxing area.