The Dunes Travel Guide
Sanibel
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 beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Fort Myers Beach Dolphin & Sightseeing Tour Refreshments Included
Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach
CLEAR Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach
Top hotels in The Dunes
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Bkfast was fine and parking lot was safe
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Yes
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Last minute decision to go to Sanibel and was pleasantly surprised to find available at such a great resort! Updated rooms, great pool and bar, beach front and lunge chairs and hammocks! Would definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
I will never go to that place again
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
great breakfast on the sundeck. good food good value. great beach view.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
As soon as we arrived, my daughter’s room needed to be changed immediately. There were stains all over the lampshades the couch had stains all over it, and I actually found a piece of bacon on the couch. We switched her room and honestly the second room they gave her was not much better. My room ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Dunes
Shell Harbor
While Shell Harbor isn't home to many top sights, Sanibel Sea School and Dunes Golf and Tennis Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Gumbo Limbo
Though Gumbo Limbo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
East End
While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse.
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.
