Palm Island Travel Guide

Placida

Famous lighthouse on ocean shore and expensive residential houses in island small town Boca Grande on Gasparilla Island in southwest Florida
Aerial photo of green palms and sea with beach
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Popular places to visit

Little Gasparilla Island Beach

Little Gasparilla Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Little Gasparilla Island Beach during your trip to Placida? Wander the marina and beaches in this relaxing area.

Little Gasparilla Island Beach

Don Pedro Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Don Pedro Island Beach during your trip to Placida?

Don Pedro Island Beach

Don Pedro Island State Park

5/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Don Pedro Island State Park during your travels in Placida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Don Pedro Island State Park

Things to do

Sunset Tiki Boat Cruise

Sunset Tiki Boat Cruise (BYOB)

Rp1.170.102
per adult
Sunset Tiki Boat Cruise (BYOB)
This a 2022 Sportsman 232. It fits six people.

Punta Gorda/Cayo Costa/Cabbage Key

Rp9.723.825
per traveller
Punta Gorda/Cayo Costa/Cabbage Key
Remote Island Charter

Private Boat Charters in Saint James

Rp9.326.900
per traveller
Private Boat Charters in Saint James
Boca Grande Inshore Fishing Trip

Boca Grande Inshore Fishing Charter

Rp15.007.830
per traveller
Boca Grande Inshore Fishing Charter
4 Hour Eco-Tour and sandbar adventure.

Punta Gorda / Boca Grande 4hr Beach or Sandbar Adventure

Rp9.750.850
per traveller
Punta Gorda / Boca Grande 4hr Beach or Sandbar Adventure
Local Island Shells

Punta Gorda /Boca Grande Four Hour Beach Day/ Cayo Costa Beach

Rp10.155.000
per traveller
Punta Gorda /Boca Grande Four Hour Beach Day/ Cayo Costa Beach
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Top hotels in Palm Island

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp3.063.129 per night from 10 May to 11 May
Rp3.063.129
Rp4.292.796 total
10 May - 11 May
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! (2,412 reviews)
Amazing hotel !! It has everything! Views , food and service !!

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton
Days Inn by Wyndham Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda

Days Inn by Wyndham Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda

3 out of 5
1941 Tamiami Trl Port Charlotte FL
The price is Rp1.370.110 per night from 3 May to 4 May
Rp1.370.110
Rp1.534.523 total
3 May - 4 May
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! (1,015 reviews)
Parking was great room smelled like dog pee

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda
Inn at the Beach

Inn at the Beach

3 out of 5
725 West Venice Avenue Venice FL
The price is Rp3.133.636 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
Rp3.133.636
Rp3.985.465 total
27 Apr - 28 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
Stayed here multiple times. Everything is always clean

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Inn at the Beach
Best Western Plus Ambassador Suites Venice

Best Western Plus Ambassador Suites Venice

2.5 out of 5
400 Commercial Ct Venice FL
The price is Rp2.035.495 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
Rp2.035.495
Rp2.300.109 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Good stay

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Best Western Plus Ambassador Suites Venice
Ramada by Wyndham Venice Hotel Venezia

Ramada by Wyndham Venice Hotel Venezia

3.5 out of 5
425 Us Highway 41 Byp N Venice FL
The price is Rp2.032.074 per night from 3 May to 4 May
Rp2.032.074
Rp2.296.346 total
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,014 reviews)
Room keys would not work constantly. Staff came at 9:00 pm stating pool was closed and he had to lock gates. At 10:30 pm went outside to see pool was still open, about 15-20 kids and adults still using.

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Venice Hotel Venezia
The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites

The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites

3 out of 5
1200 W Retta Esplanade Punta Gorda FL
The price is Rp3.911.058 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
Rp3.911.058
Rp4.380.385 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this condo in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,165 reviews)
Excellent stay! Suites are clean and spacious. Staff were great. Perfect location!

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Palm Island

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Windward

While Windward isn't home to many top sights, Don Pedro Island Beach and Don Pedro Island State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Windward
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Cape Haze

Travellers like the parks in Cape Haze, and Don Pedro Island Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cape Haze
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Placida Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Placida Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Little Gasparilla Island Beach and Gasparilla Marina.

Placida Bay
Pier on Cape haze pioneer bike trail

Rotonda Sands

While there might not be top attractions in Rotonda Sands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Little Gasparilla Island Beach and Don Pedro Island Beach.

Rotonda Sands
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Coral Creek

When in Coral Creek, you can plan a visit to Gasparilla Marina and Little Gasparilla Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Coral Creek
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Rotonda Meadows

Rotonda Meadows might not have many top sights, but Little Gasparilla Island Beach and Gasparilla Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rotonda Meadows

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