Gateway Travel Guide
Fort Myers
Popular places to visit
Edison Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Edison Mall during your trip to Fort Myers. Attend a baseball game or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Edison and Ford Winter Estates
Explore the winter estates of two of the most famous men in American history. Tour their houses and gardens and learn more about their lives in the museum.
Bell Tower Shops
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bell Tower Shops during your stay in Fort Myers. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Manatee Park
Watch Florida’s most famous marine creature, the manatee, swim in its natural habitat at this non-captive park on the Orange River.
Barbara B Mann Hall
You can make plans for a show at Barbara B Mann Hall during your stay in Fort Myers. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Sanibel Harbour
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanibel Harbour during your travels in Fort Myers. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Marco Island: 10,000 Islands Shelling Boat Tour
Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise
Historic Walking Tour of Fort Myers
Haunted History of Fort Myers Walking Tour
Fort Myers Dolphin & Manatee Kayak or Paddleboard Tour
Self-Guided Fort Myers Scavenger Hunt: His Greatest Invention
Top hotels in Gateway
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
"Perfect stay. Staff were friendly. Restaurants had great service. Pool was very nice. Would come back again!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
"The Ocean view, Sunset Dj at the morning pool was Horrible They definitely need better DJ"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
"I checked on Sunday and the room we went in to drop our belongings and left. We came back that night and when I was about to take a shower, there was urine all on the right side of the toilet. There was pubic hair around the toilet and in the bathtub. I will not recommend this place at all to no ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
"We arrived to 4 cars of cops on the property and were told they were breaking up fights on the beach and at the bar. I was instantly concerned but assured that it was only because it was memorial Day weekend and the crowds would die down after. This was true. The following days were much calmer. ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
"Wonderful stay! The hotel exceeded my expectations. Beautiful, clean, and the service was outstanding."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Trianon Bonita Bay
"Hotel need improvement in the rooms condition, furniture inside the rooms , lamps too olds housekeeping service is not property: the bed arrangements is totally no professional and the collocation of the towels."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway
Arborwood
When in Arborwood, you can plan a visit to JetBlue Park at Fenway South and Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Daniels Corridor
While visiting Daniels Corridor, you might make a stop by sights like Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve and Lee Health Sports Complex.
Metro Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Metro Park and surrounding area, you can visit Edison Mall and Fort Myers Country Club.
Dunbar
While visiting Dunbar, you might make a stop by sights like IMAG History & Science Center and Dunbar Park.
Miromar Lakes
While visiting Miromar Lakes, you might make a stop by sights like Alico Arena and Gulf Coast Town Center.
Winkler
Winkler might not have many top sights, but Edison Mall and Fort Myers Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
