Fort Myers Beach
Seven miles of pristine beach, legendary sunsets, and a lively beach town atmosphere. The quintessential Gulf Coast beach experience.
25 min
From Airport
20 min
From Sanibel
7 mi
Of Beach
$3-5/hr
Parking
Areas to Explore
Times Square
The heart of Fort Myers Beach with bars, restaurants, shops, and the famous pier. Party atmosphere on weekends.
Vibe: Lively & funFort Myers Beach Pier
Historic fishing pier stretching into the Gulf. Free to walk, great for fishing, sunrise and sunset views.
Vibe: Classic beachLovers Key State Park
Secluded beach just south of FMB. Kayaking, dolphins, manatees, and uncrowded shores.
Vibe: Romantic & peacefulLynn Hall Memorial Park
Main public beach with lifeguards, picnic areas, and beach rentals. Perfect for families.
Vibe: Family-friendlyBeach Dining
Nervous Nellie's
$Seafood & Bar
Boat-up dining, live music daily
Doc Ford's Rum Bar
$Caribbean
Great rum selection, sunset views
Parrot Key
$Caribbean
Multi-level deck, tropical cocktails
The Whale
$Seafood
Fresh catch, casual beachfront
Pinchers
$Crab & Seafood
Stone crab specialists
The Salty Crab
$Seafood
Beachfront with great grouper
Beach Day Tips
Arrive Early
Parking fills by 10 AM on weekends. Get there by 9 for a spot near Times Square.
Beach Trolley
Free trolley runs the length of the beach. Skip parking hassles entirely.
Sunset Spot
Times Square pier offers the best unobstructed sunset views.
Happy Hour
Most beachfront bars have happy hour 3-6 PM. Half-price drinks and appetizers.
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