Captiva Island

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For a secluded island getaway, look no further than Captiva Island, just north of Sanibel Island and an hour from Fort Myers on Florida’s Southwest Coast.

Long stretches of white-sand beaches and turquoise waters set the stage for water activities of all kinds. Book a boat tour and spot wild dolphins, hit the beach, snorkel or scuba dive, set sail, or go for a kayaking or paddleboarding adventure.

Fish from the shore at Turner Beach or book a fishing charter to venture farther out for a wide range of species.

Bike or walk to restaurants like The Mucky Duck Neighborhood Pub and the colorful RC Otter’s Island Eats. For a resort experience, ’Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa and South Seas Island Resort offer private beaches and beautiful views of the Gulf.

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BEACHES

Step onto the white-sand beaches of Captiva Island.

• Turner Beach
• Alison Hagerup Beach Park
• More beach information

FAMILY FUN

Kids of all ages will love Captiva’s outdoor activities, from spotting dolphins and stingrays on a boat cruise to hunting for shells on the beach.

• Captiva Cruises

MUSEUMS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

See local art and listen to live music.

• Jungle Drums Gallery
• Island Hopper Songwriter Fest

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Fish, spot wild dolphins, snorkel, dive, or just watch the breathtaking Gulf sunsets from Captiva Island.

• Fishing charters
• Boat cruises
• Snorkeling and diving
• More outdoor activities

DINING

Take in the incredible views while dining at Captiva’s favorite restaurants.

• The Shipyard
• Old Captiva House
• Crow’s Nest Steakhouse
• More places to eat

SHOPPING

Browse a wide selection of items at the island’s shops.

• Historic Captiva Island Store
• More places to shop

SPAS AND WELLNESS ACTIVITIES

Relax and unwind at Captiva Island’s spas.

• The Spa at ’Tween Waters
• Ambu Yoga

PLACES TO STAY

Plan a luxurious stay on the edge of the Gulf at one of Captiva Island’s resorts.

• ’Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa
• South Seas Island Resort
• Vacation rentals
• More places to stay