Downtown Punta Gorda Travel Guide

Punta Gorda

Statue of Juan Ponce de Leon (1460?-1521), who was a Spanish explorer and soldier who was the first European to set foot in Florida. He also established the oldest European settlement in Puerto Rico and discovered the Gulf Stream (a current in the Atlantic Ocean). Ponce de Leon was searching for the legendary fountain of youth and other riches.

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Statue of Juan Ponce de Leon (1460?-1521), who was a Spanish explorer and soldier who was the first European to set foot in Florida. He also established the oldest European settlement in Puerto Rico and discovered the Gulf Stream (a current in the Atlantic Ocean). Ponce de Leon was searching for the legendary fountain of youth and other riches.

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Ponce de Léon statue.
Gilchrist Park in Punta Gorda Florida. Beautiful walks and scenery. 
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Nice bar between the US41 bridges.

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Top hotels in Downtown Punta Gorda

Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
101 E Retta Esplanade Punta Gorda FL
The price is Rp2.706.070 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
Rp2.706.070
Rp3.030.799 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside

Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside

3.5 out of 5
33 Tamiami Trail Punta Gorda FL
The price is Rp2.342.845 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
Rp2.342.845
Rp2.842.932 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
The location was great. The surrounding facilities were great.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Punta Gorda Harborside

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Punta Gorda Harborside

3 out of 5
101 HARBORSIDE AVENUE Punta Gorda FL
The price is Rp2.848.495 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
Rp2.848.495
Rp3.190.315 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (787 reviews)
Clean hotel, very friendly staff

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Punta Gorda Harborside
Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton

4 out of 5
5500 Sunseeker Way Punta Gorda FL
The price is Rp2.231.979 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
Rp2.231.979
Rp3.236.042 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Punta Gorda. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,724 reviews)
The overall aesthetic of the property is breathtaking, the landscaping the lobby the view of the harbor the rooms are nice the staff are very helpful, the manager that we had the pleasure of meeting (Carrissa) was so attentive she made sure that we were comfortable and all of our needs were met everything ...

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Charlotte, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Charlotte, FL

2.5 out of 5
24244 Corporate Ct Port Charlotte FL
The price is Rp1.668.277 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
Rp1.668.277
Rp1.868.423 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,197 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Charlotte, FL
Comfort Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
812 Kings Hwy Port Charlotte FL
The price is Rp1.588.302 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
Rp1.588.302
Rp1.778.898 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room was clean, staff was very attentive.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Punta Gorda

Ponce de Léon statue.

Historic District

While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Peace River and A. C. Freeman House.

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Charlotte Park

While there might not be top attractions in Charlotte Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fishermen's Village and Military Heritage Museum.

Charlotte Park
Peace River not far from Fisherman’s Village, Punta Gorda, Florida.

Punta Gorda Isles

If you're spending some time in Punta Gorda Isles, Fishermen's Village and Military Heritage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Punta Gorda Isles
Corvette!!

Burnt Store Isles

Though Burnt Store Isles may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park and Fishermen's Village.

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Eagle Point

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Eagle Point and surrounding area, you can visit Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park and Punta Gorda History Park.

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Maple Leaf

Though Maple Leaf may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Deep Creek Golf Club and Peace River.

Maple Leaf


Downtown Punta Gorda Travel Guide