Gumbo Limbo Travel Guide
Sanibel
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Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.
Causeway Islands Park B
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Causeway Islands Park B might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sanibel. Wander the seaside or discover the breathtaking sunrises in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Bunche Beach
CLEAR Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach
Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)
2 hour Tiki Pub Sensational Dolphin Sunset Cruise (Adults only)
Ft Myers Beach 2 Hour Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise
Top hotels in Gumbo Limbo
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
"Horrible servicio del personal de la recepción. La limpieza no es buena tampoco"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
"Great place great time"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
"Clean, spacious room, few steps from the beach. I wish pool hours were opening earlier and closing later."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
"very nice all rooms are beach side. great view. Floor in room little dirty and damaged. Every thing else was on point."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
"Holiday and will always be my favorite place to go because it's always clean fresh my room is always nice cold AC with a beautiful pool that overlooks downtown Cape Coral if you get a room from the fifth floor you can see the ocean from your room if you get the quiet side opposite of the street side ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
"Great place for families with kids, to include grandparents. View from room was spectacular! Also loved that the balcony is a screened-in porch; it made sitting out there in the evenings very pleasant."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gumbo Limbo
Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Beachview Country Club Estates
While visiting Beachview Country Club Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
The Dunes
While there might not be top attractions in The Dunes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way.
Sanibel Isles
While Sanibel Isles isn't home to many top sights, Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way are some notable places to visit nearby.
Butterknife
While there might not be top attractions in Butterknife, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way.
Ybel
Though Ybel may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way.
