Lee County Attractions
There’s plenty to do for the whole family from tourist attractions to arts and culture displays, wildlife, daytrips, and more.
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall
13350 FSW Pkwy., Ft. Myers, FL 33919
Musicals, symphonies & events at this Florida SouthWestern State College performing arts hall. Visit Website (Opens Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall website in a New Window)
Bob Rauschenberg Gallery
8099 College Pkwy Bldg. L, Ft. Myers, FL 33919
The Gallery is open to the public and there is no charge for admission. Features rotating exhibitions. Visit Website (Opens Bob Rauschenberg Gallery website in a New Window)
The Butterfly Estates
1815 Fowler St., Ft. Myers, FL 33901
A nonprofit organization whose mission is to protect and raise our Florida native butterfly species. Visit Website (Opens The Butterfly Estates website in a New Window)
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
3450 Ortiz Ave., Ft. Myers, FL 33905
An environmental education center about the animals, plants and environment of Southwest Florida. Visit Website (Opens The Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium website in a New Window)
Edison & Ford Winter Estates
2350 McGregor Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33901
A historical museum, botanical garden, laboratory, and homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. Visit Website (Opens The Edison & Ford Winter Estates website in a New Window)
Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve
3800 Corkscrew Road, Estero, FL 33928
The first aquatic nature preserve established in Florida is a 10,000-acre Florida State Park. Visit Website (Opens Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve website in a New Window)
IMAG History & Science Center
2000 Cranford Ave., Ft. Myers, FL 33916
Offers fun for all ages to discover the wonders of science and history through hands-on activities. Visit Website (Opens IMAG History & Science Center website in a New Window)
Key West Express
1200 Main Street, Ft. Myers Beach, FL 33931
Ferry linking Fort Myers and Marco Island with Key West, offering snacks and a sundeck. Visit Website (Opens Key West Express website in a New Window)
Manatee Park
10901 Palm Beach Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33905
Waterfront park providing paved trails, up-close views of manatees, an amphitheater, and kayak rental. Visit Website (Opens Manatee Park website in a New Window)
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
2805 Colonial Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33966
Dinner-theater attraction offering a 5-course American meal and a comic mystery on a retro train ride. Visit Website (Opens Murder Mystery Dinner Train website in a New Window)
PopStroke
5531 Six Mile Commercial Ct, Ft. Myers, FL 33912
A golf and outdoor dining experience featuring two 18-hole Tiger Woods-designed putting courses. Visit Website (Opens PopStroke website in a New Window)
Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve
7751 Penzance Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33966
3,500-acre park offering wildlife, a butterfly garden and boardwalk trails through the wetlands. Visit Website (Opens Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve website in a New Window)
Shell Factory
2787 N Tamiami Trail, North Ft. Myers, FL 33903
Offers unique, outdoor family fun with over 400 animals, petting zoo, zip line, restaurants and retail area. Visit Website (Opens Shell Factory website in a New Window)
Sun Splash Family Waterpark
400 Santa Barbara Blvd., Cape Coral, FL 33991
Seasonal amusement park with 14+ acres of waterslides, a lazy river and kids’ water play area. Visit Website (Opens Sun Splash Family Waterpark website in a New Window)