Marco Island

Marco Island

Marco Island: Wildlife & Stunning Beaches

Marco Island, known for its warm beaches and abundant wildlife, is the largest of the Ten Thousand Islands.
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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Things To Do

There is an abundance of waterfront dining, high-end shopping and outdoor adventures waiting to be discovered in Marco Island – but you can start here.

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Dining

From sophisticated dining to a meal you caught with your own pole, dining in Marco Island couldn’t be more appealing. Delicious fresh-caught seafood is on the menu, complete with waterfront views and delightful island vibes. 

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Snook Fishing

Indigenous to Central and South Florida, this popular fish goes by many names – robalo, linesider, sergeant fish – but ‘snook’ is the name you’ll hear the most. Learn more about the catch everyone wants to bag.

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Tigertail Beach

Endless blue ocean or untamed wild lagoon? It’s a split decision at Tigertail Beach, where outdoor enthusiasts can explore both. Spend a day on the beach or explore the undeveloped mangroves – at Tigertail, you can choose your own adventure.

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History

Marco Island's beautiful, white crescent beach has attracted people in search of paradise for thousands of years. Discover the history of this popular destination.

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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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Island Trends
Shop island inspired shirts, clothing, swim, shoes, watches & accessories from Robert Graham, Nat Nast, Tori Richard, Tommy Bahama, Bogosse, Stone…
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Vacation Rentals | Hotels & Places to Stay
iTrip Marco Island
iTrip® Marco Island, a Vrbo Premier Partner and an Airbnb Superhost, helps guests find the perfect accomodation on Marco Island, whether it's a one…
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Fishing Guides & Charters | Outdoors
Jungle Jim's Safari
Join us on an unforgettable fishing charter off the coast of Marco Island and Naples. We offer the best backwater fishing in the 10,000 islands at an…
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Dining | Dining | Bar | Entertainment & Nightlife | Cigar Bar
Kane Tiki Bar & Grill
Kane Tiki Bar & Grill at JW Marriott Marco Island is a creative fusion of Polynesian street food in an outdoor tiki bar setting, offering an…
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Beaches | Outdoors
Keewaydin Island
Keewaydin Island is a barrier island located between Naples and Marco Island with nearly eight miles of untouched white sand beach. (Eighty percent of…
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Key West Express
READY FOR SOME FUN? Chill Out, Relax, Enjoy and Explore the vacation spot of pirates, poets, presidents & partygoers - Key West.  Travel aboard the…
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Korals at JW Marriott Marco Island
At Korals, you will discover an extensive selection of handcrafted cocktails, craft, domestic, and specialty beers, great wines, and small-batch…
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Kretch's Restaurant
Family owned and operated since 1986, Kretch's has been a local landmark for over two decades. They offer the finest in fresh seafood, prime meats and…
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La Tavola
La Tavola literally means the table. The place where family and friends gather to share laughter, love and life! We use only fresh, carefully sourced…
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Little Bar Restaurant
Located right on the water in the quaint fishing village of Goodland, Little Bar, a local tradition for 43 years, continues to serve consistently good…
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Maia
Maia is a vibrant, welcoming dining destination at JW Marriott Marco Island that celebrates the essence of coastal mornings. Overlooking the Gulf of…
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