Everglades City

Everglades City

Everglades City: Historic Sites to Swamp Tours

Everglades City in Southwest Florida offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's history, complete with museums and natural wonders.
Aside from the renowned Everglades National Park, the area boasts various preserves such as the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, Big Cypress National Preserve, and more. Known as the "Stone Crab Capital of the World," visitors can savor the delicious claws of this crustacean at rustic seafood eateries during stone crab season, running from October 15 to May 1.
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History

The town that cost $800 in 1889 is now the Stone Crab Capital of the World and the western gateway to the legendary Florida Everglades.

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Attractions

From alligators to historic trading posts to one of the world's most elusive orchids, there's no shortage of things to see and do in the Everglades. 

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Stone Crab 101

Everglades City is the birthplace of the stone crab industry and the second-largest supplier of stone crab claws in the nation. And from October to May, it becomes the epicenter of all things stone crab. 

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Wellness & Ecotours

Less than an hour away from Naples sits one of the world's most unique ecosystems – where dolphins, manatees, alligators, crocodiles and panthers all co-exist.

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Airboat Tours

Discover the Everglades in an airboat. In these thrill-a-minute jaunts, you ride as part of a group — usually six to a dozen people, depending on the size of the boat. No two ways about it: an airboat ride is an absolute blast.

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Discover the cities and towns of Florida’s Paradise Coast using our interactive map of the area. From the Gulf coast to the Everglades, you’ll find a world of one-of-a-kind experiences.
Naples
Stroll leisurely through the palm-lined streets of Fifth Avenue South and Third Street South and you’ll encounter inviting art galleries, cafes and boutiques. Just steps from this historic downtown is Naples Beach, featuring the iconic Naples Pier where you can watch marine life frolick amidst the waves and witness one of the greatest Gulf sunsets the coast has to offer.
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Marco Island
Offering diverse natural habitats, thrilling outdoor activities and picturesque waterfront restaurants, this island community is brimming with local treasures. Catch your dinner on the coast, or spend the day golfing at one of many pro-designed courses. Or, of course, there's always 6 miles of soft, sandy beaches to enjoy, with some of the best shelling you’ll find anywhere.
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Everglades City
Aside from the renowned Everglades National Park, the area boasts various preserves such as the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, Big Cypress National Preserve, and more. Known as the "Stone Crab Capital of the World," visitors can savor the delicious claws of this crustacean at rustic seafood eateries during stone crab season, running from October 15 to May 1.
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Immokalee
As the largest inland community in Collier County, it has a thriving agriculture industry, producing a significant amount of the nation's fresh produce. Immokalee's walkable downtown features authentic Mexican restaurants and local shops as well as First Street Zocalo, a half-acre park with benches and shaded areas. Anglers will enjoy first-class fishing at Lake Trafford, with largemouth bass, black crappie and bluegill waiting to be caught.
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Ave Maria
Home to Ave Maria University, this master-planned community features a mix of restaurants, shops and services, as well as signature events such as the Winter Festival in January, Blues Brews & BBQ Festival in February and the Margarita & Taco Festival in March. From trolley tours to arts and craft festivals and seasonal farmers markets, there's plenty to discover in Ave Maria.
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Camellia Street Grill
Waterfront dining for lunch and dinner from 12 Noon until 8 pm Sunday through Thursday, and until 9 pm Friday and Saturday. Fresh seafood including…
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City Seafood
Fresh seafood from the boat, including stone crab in season October 15 through May 1. Dockside dining year round. Fresh seafood market. Open daily 11…
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Everglades Rod & Gun Club
The Rod and Gun Lodge is your western gateway to the Everglades National park. Historical Everglades City dates back over 1,000 years. The Rod and Gun…
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Grimm's Stone Crabs
Stop by Grimm's Stone Crab in Everglades City and pick up fresh stone crab claws and seafood TO GO.  We don't have dining at our location, but we'll…
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HavAnna Café
One of the Florida Everglades Best kept Secrets, Havana Cafe' is a delicious change of taste, specializing in Cuban-American food on Chokoloskee…
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Island Cafe
Every night different specialties will be explained by their servers. Complimentary house salad, medley of fresh vegetables and starch of the day…
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Joanie's Blue Crab Cafe
Crab cakes, gator fritters, American classics and seafood.  Open 11 am - 4 pm. Closed on Tuesdays.  Live music on weekends. 
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Triad Seafood Market & Cafe
Fresh stone crab and seafood on the docks. Dine on the river on our screened porch.  Featuring stone crab claws, shrimp, conch, smoked fish, frog…
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