Fort Myers River District Travel Guide
Fort Myers
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Popular places to visit
Centennial Park
Just minutes from Fort Myers’ historic downtown district, this park’s centerpiece is the statue honoring three of the city’s most famous citizens.
Florida Repertory Theater
You can enjoy a show at Florida Repertory Theater on your trip to Fort Myers. You can attend a baseball game while in the area.
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.
Things to do
IMAG History & Science Center: Skip-the-Line Ticket
Marco Island: 10,000 Islands Shelling Boat Tour
Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise
Historic Walking Tour of Fort Myers
Private Transportation from Cape Coral hotels to Miromar Outlets
Haunted History of Fort Myers Walking Tour
Top hotels in Fort Myers River District
Hampton Inn Fort Myers Downtown
"It has a convenient location."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
"Staff was great n clean property"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
"Staff was pleasant! Rooms were great! Lots of entertainment."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
"Loved staying here. Although there was someone else’s clothing in our dressers when we arrived but other than that the room was clean, staff was friendly (front desk clerk was not happy we booked the room through a third party/expedia and had some difficulties getting our room keys done), beach was ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
"Loved the place,easy to locate,parking little tough to get a spot. Check in process was a breeze,restraunts were very good. Room was nice,had a bit of odor,but I'd go back for sure."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
"cleaning girl was nice. that bathroom had leftover hair from previous guest. the carpets smelled either from carpet cleaner or mold and there was a strong mold odor in the hallways and room. there was also a strong odor trying to cover up the mold. very disappointing to pay premium price not be comfortable ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fort Myers River District
Downtown Historic District
While visiting Downtown Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center and Florida Repertory Theater.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Myers Historical Museum and City of Palms Park.
Dunbar
While visiting Dunbar, you might make a stop by sights like IMAG History & Science Center and Dunbar Park.
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.
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.
Whiskey Creek
While there might not be top attractions in Whiskey Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Barbara B Mann Hall and Vietnam War Memorial.
