Tradewinds Travel Guide
Sanibel
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Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Beach
Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)
Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise
Southwest Florida Sunset Sail
Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach
Top hotels in Tradewinds
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
We had an amazing view of the sunset...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Clean room, newly redone since the hurricane a few years back. A few steps to the beach. Enjoyed the tiki bar. Restaurant food was very good. Would have liked a few more options for breakfast. I would recommend this resort for all the above.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Very clean room, comfortable bed and sheets. Good breakfast-especially the coffee!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Yes
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Yes
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Room and it is ina swamp. Low died stinks. Way over priced. Sprinklers from the well left spots on the car that we haven’t gotten off yet.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tradewinds
Chateaux Sur Mer
While Chateaux Sur Mer isn't home to many top sights, Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are some notable places to visit nearby.
Gulf Shores
When in Gulf Shores, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gulf Pines
While Gulf Pines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Heron's Landing
When in Heron's Landing, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and Blind Pass Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Rocks
While there might not be top attractions in East Rocks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
