Fort Myers River District Travel Guide

Fort Myers

A large, yellow colonial-style house surrounded by lush greenery and tall palm trees.
Outdoor dining at a restaurant with multiple tables and umbrellas.
A street lined with palm trees, a mix of commercial buildings, and parked cars.
A porch with white railings and a rocking chair.
A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, a chandelier, and glass-fronted cabinets.

Stay near popular Fort Myers River District attractions

Centennial Park with a statue, trees, and a brick wall.

Centennial Park

8.2/10 (185 reviews)
Just minutes from Fort Myers’ historic downtown district, this park’s centerpiece is the statue honoring three of the city’s most famous citizens.
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Things to do

Haunted History of Fort Myers Walking Tour

Haunted History of Fort Myers Walking Tour

฿1,002
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Haunted History of Fort Myers Walking Tour
Fort Myers: Guided Standup Paddleboarding or Kayaking Tour

Fort Myers Dolphin & Manatee Kayak or Paddleboard Tour

฿2,404
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Fort Myers Dolphin & Manatee Kayak or Paddleboard Tour
Private Transportation from Cape Coral hotels to Miromar Outlets

Private Transportation from Cape Coral hotels to Miromar Outlets

฿3,537
per adult
Private Transportation from Cape Coral hotels to Miromar Outlets
Private Day Cruise: Explore Cape Coral, Sanibel and Fort Myers

Private Day Cruise: Explore Cape Coral, Sanibel and Fort Myers

฿11,685
per traveller
Private Day Cruise: Explore Cape Coral, Sanibel and Fort Myers
Self-Guided Fort Myers Scavenger Hunt: His Greatest Invention

Self-Guided Fort Myers Scavenger Hunt: His Greatest Invention

฿411
per adult
Self-Guided Fort Myers Scavenger Hunt: His Greatest Invention
Close-up encounters with our beautiful Dolphins

Private Dolphin & Sightseeing Boat Day Tour

฿5,359
per adult
Private Dolphin & Sightseeing Boat Day Tour
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Top hotels in Fort Myers River District

Luminary Hotel & Co., Autograph Collection

Luminary Hotel & Co., Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2200 Edwards Drive Fort Myers FL
The price is ฿7,130 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿7,130
฿7,950 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Myers. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Luminary Hotel & Co., Autograph Collection
Hampton Inn Fort Myers Downtown

Hampton Inn Fort Myers Downtown

3 out of 5
2151 Johnson Street Fort Myers FL
The price is ฿3,682 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,682
฿4,105 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Myers. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Hampton Inn Fort Myers Downtown
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
17260 Harbour Pointe Dr Fort Myers FL
The price is ฿7,484 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿7,484
฿9,518 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Fort Myers. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"I love everything about this hotel"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

4 out of 5
251 Crescent Street Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿6,023 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿6,023
฿8,404 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,665 reviews)
"Very accommodating, staff was very, very friendly all around the whole vicinity very much enjoyed all the activities the music and everything they had to offer little expensive on the food at the restaurant, but I guess you get what you get all. I know it was wonderful and easy access to all other ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
1051 5th St Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿3,893 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿3,893
฿5,011 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,816 reviews)
"The hotel was not what we expected from the pictures they have online. Our room did not look like what we thought we were getting. The main pool picture in the listing isn’t even from the hotel. It was extremely hard to fall asleep at night with how loud the property is until midnight. I would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1538 Cape Coral Pkwy E Cape Coral FL
The price is ฿3,454 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,454
฿3,851 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Coral. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
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Where to stay in Fort Myers River District

Find the best Fort Myers River District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a bridge connecting two land masses, a beach, and a clear blue sky.

Iona

While visiting Iona, you might make a stop by sights like Estero Bay Preserve State Park and Tribby Arts Center.

A beach at sunset with the sun reflecting on the water, palm trees, and a clear sky.

Villas

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Villas. A stop by Bell Tower Shops or Regal Belltower might round out your trip.

A bridge over water with a clear sky.

Punta Rassa

Punta Rassa is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and waterfront views. You might want to check out attractions like Sanibel Harbour or Sanibel Harbour Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A pier extending into the water with two gazebos at the end, under a sunset sky.

South Fort Myers

If you're spending some time in South Fort Myers, Estero Bay Preserve State Park and Castle Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Two white birds on a tree branch over water.
Photo by Anthony Ball
Open Photo by Anthony Ball

Daniels Corridor

While visiting Daniels Corridor, you might make a stop by sights like Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve and Lee Health Sports Complex.

Fort Myers River District Travel Guide