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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Explore Paradise

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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Calusa Spirit Shelling & Dolphin Watch Cruise
Calusa Spirit, our comfortable 45 ft catamaran, departs directly from Marco Island beachfront and glides smoothly across the Gulf into the 10,000…
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Dolphin Explorer
Join our dolphin research team and get to know the local dolphins on our Marco Island dolphin cruise – both fun and educational! Launched February 1,…
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Dreamlander Tours
Small boat tours for dolphin watching, shelling, fishing and exploring the Ten Thousand Islands waters around Marco Island. We also offer a guided…
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Florida Adventures and Rentals
Florida Adventures and Rentals is a family owned company passionate about sharing the best adventures Marco Island has to offer. We believe that…
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Hemingway Water Shuttle
At Hemingway Water Shuttle, we provide a safe, fast, and fun water transportation service. We are based out of Marco Island and have daily routes to…
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Paradise Coast Marine Services
Custom bespoke private boat charters including sunset, shelling, dolphin, private beach and Port Royal real estate tours, waterfront bar tours, water…
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Reel Kind Fishing & Tours
Our unmatched knowledge of the 10,000 Island's and the Everglades gives us a distinct advantage. We take you by boat to pristine, nearly untouched…
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Six Chuter Charters Inc
Catch Florida's best game fish in the scenic Backwater among the Ten Thousand Island or venture into the Gulf of Mexico for a day of fishing the…
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Southwest Florida Guide Service
Southwest Florida Guide Service provides private, small-party fishing excursions for professionals and beginners alike. Captain Evan is a lifelong…
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