Title: Downtown Punta Gorda Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Punta Gorda, Punta Gorda Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Punta Gorda](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Punta-Gorda-Hotels.d939438643798708224.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Punta Gorda](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Punta-Gorda.d9394.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Downtown Punta Gorda Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Punta-Gorda.d939438643798708224.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Punta Gorda Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Punta-Gorda.d939438643798708224.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Punta Gorda Travel Guide ## Punta Gorda ![Punta Gorda, FL / USA - 12 25 2019: Punta Gorda city downtown building and blue sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/939438643798708224/125a72e4-58fc-4156-820c-3140cbb716d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Punta Gorda, FL / USA - 12 25 2019: Punta Gorda city downtown building and blue sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/939438643798708224/125a72e4-58fc-4156-820c-3140cbb716d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Statue of Juan Ponce de Leon (1460?-1521), who was a Spanish explorer and soldier who was the first European to set foot in Florida. He also established the oldest European settlement in Puerto Rico and discovered the Gulf Stream (a current in the Atlantic Ocean). Ponce de Leon was searching for the legendary fountain of youth and other riches. #LikeALocal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128518/f238d0e9-58d4-4237-a38c-144e8cc99a25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ponce de Léon statue.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128518/17d9f01b-f512-4a3c-9b05-a2de8a885476.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gilchrist Park in Punta Gorda Florida. Beautiful walks and scenery. #Waterlust #TroveronTuesday](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128518/a9417266-c311-4b3e-9d73-5fdb3aee3457.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Punta Gorda Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Punta Gorda travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Gorda.dx9394) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Statue of Juan Ponce de Leon (1460?-1521), who was a Spanish explorer and soldier who was the first European to set foot in Florida. He also established the oldest European settlement in Puerto Rico and discovered the Gulf Stream](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128518/f238d0e9-58d4-4237-a38c-144e8cc99a25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gilchrist Park Gilchrist Park is just one of the places to see in Punta Gorda, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gilchrist-Park-Historic-District.d6128518.Attraction) ![Peace River not far from Fisherman’s Village, Punta Gorda, Florida.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558039117/f166b1bf-aa91-4ab1-b6f4-19dee69319b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fishermen's Village You can search for that perfect souvenir at Fishermen's Village during your visit to Punta Gorda. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fishermens-Village-Punta-Gorda.d553248621558039117.Attraction) ![Dramatic red sunset viewed from Bayshore Waterfront Park, New Jersey featuring fishing pier on the background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621593240879/23667d16-4cc3-46bb-acc9-9d66ab2f2765.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bayshore Park Fishing Pier After visiting Bayshore Park Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charlotte Harbor. Wander the waterfront or discover the beautiful sunsets in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bayshore-Park-Fishing-Pier-Punta-Gorda.d553248621593240879.Attraction) ![Statue of Juan Ponce de Leon (1460?-1521), who was a Spanish explorer and soldier who was the first European to set foot in Florida. He also established the oldest European settlement in Puerto Rico and discovered the Gulf Stream](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128518/f238d0e9-58d4-4237-a38c-144e8cc99a25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gilchrist Park Gilchrist Park is just one of the places to see in Punta Gorda, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gilchrist-Park-Historic-District.d6128518.Attraction) #### Blanchard House Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Blanchard House Museum in Punta Gorda. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blanchard-House-Museum-Punta-Gorda.d724958590647382016.Attraction) #### A. C. Freeman House You can find out about the history of Punta Gorda with a stop at A. C. Freeman House. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/A-C-Freeman-House-Historic-District.d553248621561884426.Attraction) ### Things to do !["The Oasis" Tiki Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49764282/9d55d914-7128-4959-aebf-9b17ee7efd98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Tiki Boat Cruise (BYOB) £50 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-tiki-boat-cruise-byob.a49764282.activity-details) ![Night Sky Stargazing Tour in Punta Gorda Florida](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45669326/ba66d1dc-7f05-4521-b486-c50d47784190.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Night Sky Stargazing Tour in Punta Gorda Florida £43 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/night-sky-stargazing-tour-in-punta-gorda-florida.a45669326.activity-details) ![Fort Myers Beach: Adults only BYOB Tiki Pub Daytime Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47979072/6e9ee73a-5c48-4bd8-98b3-22dd86a327e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort Myers Beach: Tiki Pub Fun In The Sun Dolphin Cruise £47 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fort-myers-beach-tiki-pub-fun-in-the-sun-dolphin-cruise.a47979072.activity-details) ![Historic Walking Tour of Fort Myers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/695633/2418783c-3df6-4cbb-8025-d5362f92e84d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historic Walking Tour of Fort Myers £19 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historic-walking-tour-of-fort-myers.a695633.activity-details) ![Self-Guided Fort Myers Scavenger Hunt: His Greatest Invention](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2562412/3c0078fc-b00f-434d-b203-922eca3d5a9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Self-Guided Fort Myers Scavenger Hunt: His Greatest Invention £9 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-fort-myers-scavenger-hunt-his-greatest-invention.a2562412.activity-details) ![Private Shopping Tour from Fort Myers Hotels to Miromar Outlets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47205950/ca734551-516f-47cb-aa93-3752d3122ee4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Shopping Tour from Fort Myers Hotels to Miromar Outlets £81 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-shopping-tour-from-fort-myers-hotels-to-miromar-outlets.a47205950.activity-details) [See all activities in Punta Gorda](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Punta-Gorda.d9394.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Punta Gorda ![Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2200000/2193300/2193202/79d5d50b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel 101 E Retta Esplanade Punta Gorda FL £192 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Clean room and lobby, comfortable vet, friendly staff, and convenient parking Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=2193202&PinnedHotelID=2193202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939438643798708224) ![Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2657300/2657255/277fe43e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside 33 Tamiami Trail Punta Gorda FL £198 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Beautiful room and high quality bedding. The young woman named Lauren who checked us in was a breath of fresh air. She was attentive and patient, showing excellent social skills. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=2657255&PinnedHotelID=2657255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939438643798708224) ![SpringHill Suites by Marriott Punta Gorda Harborside](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27370000/27365000/27364907/909166c0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SpringHill Suites by Marriott Punta Gorda Harborside 101 HARBORSIDE AVENUE Punta Gorda FL £221 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (810 reviews) The best Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=27364907&PinnedHotelID=27364907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939438643798708224) ![Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101510000/101505800/101505781/a4bc3bc9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton 5500 Sunseeker Way Punta Gorda FL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £173 11 Mar - 12 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa resort in Punta Gorda. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,802 reviews) Room was very clean and came with great amenities. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026&selected=101505781&PinnedHotelID=101505781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939438643798708224) ![The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52080000/52074900/52074809/ba7422d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites 1200 W Retta Esplanade Punta Gorda FL £236 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this condo in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,091 reviews) Awesome, spotless rooms and easy check-in. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=52074809&PinnedHotelID=52074809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939438643798708224) ![Comfort Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2210000/2202400/2202318/a6b8efcf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn & Suites 812 Kings Hwy Port Charlotte FL £123 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews) The room was clean and staff were courteous. Breakfast could have been better. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=2202318&PinnedHotelID=2202318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939438643798708224) [See all 5,143 properties in Downtown Punta Gorda](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=939438643798708224) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Downtown Punta Gorda hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=939438643798708224&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=939438643798708224&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=939438643798708224&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=939438643798708224&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=939438643798708224&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=939438643798708224&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Punta Gorda ![ John's Pass Village and Boardwalk is an outdoor shopping paradise. a variety of restaurants, the local fishing fleet, dolphin watching. Madeira Beach, FL](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473001/20a67cd2-496f-487b-b8a8-959fbce9a374.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic District While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Peace River and A. C. Freeman House. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Gorda-Historic-District.dx553248635976473001) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Charlotte Park While there might not be top attractions in Charlotte Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Punta Gorda History Park and Fishermen's Village. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Charlotte-Charlotte-Harbor-Charlotte-Park.dx553248635976477129) ![Peace River not far from Fisherman’s Village, Punta Gorda, Florida.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558039117/f166b1bf-aa91-4ab1-b6f4-19dee69319b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Punta Gorda Isles If you're spending some time in Punta Gorda Isles, Fishermen's Village and Punta Gorda History Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Gorda-Punta-Gorda-Isles.dx553248635976420425) ![Corvette!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473856/03a649c1-29af-4a88-9fa1-29efea0a3379.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Burnt Store Isles Though Burnt Store Isles may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park and Punta Gorda History Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Gorda-Burnt-Store-Isles.dx553248635976473856) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Eagle Point If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Eagle Point and surrounding area, you can visit Alligator Creek Preserve and Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Charlotte-Charlotte-Harbor-Eagle-Point.dx553248635976481191) ![The peace river at Punta Gorda, Florida, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481507/af728a1b-16a9-4ea8-a843-8a567b4f0bef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maple Leaf Though Maple Leaf may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peace River and Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens. 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