Naples Attractions

Big Cypress National Preserve
Wild animals and plants native to Florida are protected in this first preserve of the National Park System. Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, hiking and guided tours at any time of the year.
U.S. 41 in Ochopee, about 20 miles south of Naples. (239) 263-3532.

Caribbean Gardens
Monkeys, lions, kangaroos and an assortment of unusual species of plants and animals live in this tropical jungle paradise, where you can enjoy hiking trails, watch alligator feedings and find plenty of play areas for the kids.
1590 Goodlette Road. (239) 262-5409

Collier County Historical Museum
Old Florida acheology, Native American and pioneer culture, old locomotives and an orchid house highlight this Southwest Florida treasure.
3301 East Tamiami Trail. (239) 774-8476.

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Everglades City Museum
The history of the entire Everglades region is traced in exhibits featuring artifacts from the earliest human residents through contemporary civilization and environmental conditions.
105 West Broadway on the Circle. (239) 695-0008.

Everglades National Park
There is so much to see in this River of Grass, you could spend a lifetime exploring it. If you have the time, try pitching a tent in the public campgrounds near Flamingo, or if time is limited, take one of the many airboat tours available.
Gulf Coast Visitor Center, Everglades City. (239) 695-3311.
Shark Valley Visitor Center, along U.S. 41 (Tamiami Trail). (305) 221-8776

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Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve
A section of Big Cypress Swamp along Janes Memorial Scenic Drive, this preserve of old Florida cypress and rare native plants is fascinating to tour accompanied by an experienced guide, particularly in June when the Ghost Orchid is in bloom.
On State Road 29, just west of Copeland. (239) 695-4593.

Florida Sports Park
Swamp buggy races are held here, three times a year, along with many other racing and outdoor events throughout the year.
8850 Collier Boulevard. (239) 774-2701.

Immokalee Pioneer Museum
The history of cattle ranching and pioneer homesteading in old Southwestern Florida is remembered in exhibits at Roberts Ranch.
1590 Goodlette Road. (239) 658-2466.

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Naples Museum of Art
From the entrance gate crafted by Albert Paley, to the chandelier designed by Dale Chihuly, this three-story museum with a glass dome conservatory houses many internationally famous works of art.
5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard. (239) 597-1900

Naples and Marco Island Princess
Daily sightseeing or sunset cruises of the area, its waterfront mansions and natural wonders, are available either from Naples or Marco Island.
Naples Princess, 550 Port-O-Call Way. (239) 649-2275.
Marco Island Princess, 951 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island. (239) 642-5415.

Palm Cottage
This turn of the century cottage in the National Register of Historic Places is one of the few remaining structures built from sand and seashells, and was a popular party place for legendary movie stars.
137 12th Avenue. (239) 261-8164.

Teddy Bear Museum
Teddy bears of all sizes and made of all kinds of different materials, from all over the world, are on display at this one-of-a-kind museum which began years ago as a small private collection of the children’s toy named for Theodore Roosevelt, and later became the foundation for the Ideal Toy Company.
Call (239) 598-2711 for more information.

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