{"id":14464,"date":"2020-09-23T13:00:29","date_gmt":"2020-09-23T11:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/sanibel-and-captiva-islands\/"},"modified":"2026-05-09T21:14:27","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T19:14:27","slug":"sanibel-and-captiva-islands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/en\/sanibel-and-captiva-islands\/","title":{"rendered":"Sanibel and Captiva Islands"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Sanibel<\/strong> and <strong>Captiva<\/strong> are among the most beautiful barrier islands on the southwest coast of Florida. They appear in most travel guides, and I can confirm that they are well worth the detour if you are in the area. Since we live nearby, we go there from time to time, usually out of season to avoid the crowds.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WBXEUiAyesg\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10373\" height=\"195\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/chaine_1-600x600.png\" width=\"282\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/map-SanibelCaptiva.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"map-SanibelCaptiva\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5484\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/map-SanibelCaptiva.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>The Sanibel Causeway<\/h2>\n<p>To reach Sanibel Island, you cross the <strong>Sanibel Causeway<\/strong>, which is already a beautiful experience in itself. The views over the water are magnificent, and the approach immediately sets the tone. Access to Sanibel and Captiva is not free, so it is worth planning for the toll.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7894.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7894\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5387\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7894-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7896.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7896\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5388\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7896-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7899.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7899\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5390\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7899-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7902.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7902\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5391\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7902-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>The beaches with nearby parking<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_111113.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8666\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_111113.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_111923.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8667\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_111923.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_112136.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8668\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_112136.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_115032.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8669\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_115032.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_122234.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8671\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_122234.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>One of the strengths of the islands is the variety of beautiful public beaches. Names worth knowing include <strong>Tarpon Bay Beach<\/strong>, <strong>Bowman\u2019s Beach<\/strong>, <strong>Turner Beach<\/strong>, and <strong>Lighthouse Beach<\/strong>. Each beach has its own character, but together they create the image of the islands: white or gray sand, a relaxed atmosphere, and shells everywhere in some areas.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/IMG-20170513-WA0006.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8682\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/IMG-20170513-WA0006.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Beach-a-1024x538.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13697\" height=\"368\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Beach-a-1024x538.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/18403737_1356667904440199_3689214216871141853_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8691\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/18403737_1356667904440199_3689214216871141853_n.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Shells and landscapes<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_145904.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8686\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_145904.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_145944.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8687\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20170513_145944.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51874670_2098997280207254_2252201397422391296_o.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13688\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51874670_2098997280207254_2252201397422391296_o.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51927964_2098997543540561_7301770726225215488_o.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13689\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51927964_2098997543540561_7301770726225215488_o.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51672198_2098997130207269_8836519955932381184_o.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13687\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51672198_2098997130207269_8836519955932381184_o.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51592145_2098997013540614_8573242042690306048_o.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13685\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51592145_2098997013540614_8573242042690306048_o.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Sanibel is famous for shell collecting. Depending on the spot, you can find shells in remarkable quantities. The scenery is soft, natural, and very different from the more urbanized coastlines elsewhere in Florida.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/20190113_154919.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13693\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/20190113_154919.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG-20170513-WA0021-1024x768.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13670\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG-20170513-WA0021-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/IMG-20170513-WA0024.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8685\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/IMG-20170513-WA0024.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8239.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8239\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5455\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8239-768x1024.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Ice cream break<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8449.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8449\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5460\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8449-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8452.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8452\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5462\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8452-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8451.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8451\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5461\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8451-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>For ice cream lovers, places such as <strong>Pinocchio\u2019s Italian Ice Cream<\/strong> are part of the island experience and add an easy family-friendly stop to the day.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8437-825x406-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13671\" height=\"344\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8437-825x406-1.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8438-1024x768-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13672\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8438-1024x768-1.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/20180127_1444321.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12440\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/20180127_1444321.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/20180127_1448031.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12438\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/20180127_1448031.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Things to see beyond the beaches<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8171.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8171\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5441\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8171-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8177.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8177\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5442\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8177-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The islands are not only about the beach. You can also discover the <strong>Sanibel Historical Village<\/strong>, the <strong>Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum<\/strong>, small local shops, chapels, and a generally very pleasant island atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8806.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Processed with Rookie Cam\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5526\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8806.jpg\" width=\"705\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8181.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8181\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5444\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8181-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8184.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8184\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5446\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8184-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8185.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8185\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5447\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8185-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8191.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8191\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5449\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8191-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8193.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8193\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5450\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8193-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Nature and wildlife<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8194.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8194\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5451\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8194-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20160611_142102.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"20160611_142102\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5502\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20160611_142102-768x1024.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8805.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Processed with Rookie Cam\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5525\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8805-1024x1024.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8218.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8218\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5476\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8218-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>J.N. \u201cDing\u201d Darling National Wildlife Refuge<\/strong> is another essential part of the destination. It reminds visitors that Sanibel and Captiva are also major natural spaces with rich wildlife and beautiful preserved landscapes.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8407.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8407\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5468\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8407-768x1024.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8232.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8232\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5454\" height=\"379\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8232-1024x555.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7947.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7947\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5399\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7947-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51472151_2098996790207303_7579788718119059456_o.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13684\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51472151_2098996790207303_7579788718119059456_o.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Why we love these islands<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20160611_132155.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"20160611_132155\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5506\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20160611_132155-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_81571.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8157\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5508\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_81571-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7913.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7913\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5395\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7913-768x1024.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8221.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8221\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5466\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8221-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8225.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8225\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5467\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8225-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/18555850_1362975137142809_6881919278714211246_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13667\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/18555850_1362975137142809_6881919278714211246_n.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Sanibel and Captiva combine beautiful scenery, a peaceful atmosphere, beaches, wildlife, and that soft Florida lifestyle that many travelers dream about. They are charming, relaxing, and absolutely worth discovering if you are on the Gulf Coast.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20170513_130623-722x406.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-13668\" height=\"406\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20170513_130623-722x406.jpg\" width=\"722\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7992.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7992\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5413\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7992-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7989.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7989\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5411\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7989-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7981.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7981\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5408\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7981-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51626391_2098997713540544_1946797010422071296_o.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13686\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/51626391_2098997713540544_1946797010422071296_o.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>More places to enjoy on the islands<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7968.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7968\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5406\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7968-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7967.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7967\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5405\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7967-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7960.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7960\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5404\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7960-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7959.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7959\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5403\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7959-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7958.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7958\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5402\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7958-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Another pleasure on Sanibel and Captiva is simply driving or cycling around and enjoying the very different rhythm compared with mainland Florida. The islands have a softer, more discreet atmosphere, with charming corners, marinas, local addresses, and many views that make you want to stop every few minutes.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8145.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8145\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5438\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8145-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7998.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_7998\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5415\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_7998-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/DFMT8938.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"DFMT8938\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5386\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/DFMT8938-1024x1024.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8464.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8464\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5463\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8464-1024x1024.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20170513_133756-1024x576.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13662\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20170513_133756-1024x576.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Near Lighthouse Beach there is also a lovely small marina that adds to the charm of the area. Even outside the main beaches, the islands constantly offer photo opportunities and peaceful moments.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20170513_142958-1024x576.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13664\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20170513_142958-1024x576.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20170513_143043-1024x576.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13665\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20170513_143043-1024x576.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8057-e1465729930959.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8057\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5427\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8057-e1465729930959-768x1024.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8023.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8023\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5420\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8023-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8032.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8032\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5422\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8032-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20170513_133941-576x1024.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-13663\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/20170513_133941-576x1024.jpg\" width=\"576\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>For visitors who love nature<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8067.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"IMG_8067\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5429\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_8067-768x1024.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=k8m5r-9nnvY\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10373\" height=\"187\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/chaine_1-600x600.png\" width=\"270\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>These islands are especially enjoyable for travelers who appreciate nature, slower tourism, and beautiful scenery more than nightlife or major entertainment. They are perfect for beach walks, shell collecting, wildlife watching, and simply taking your time. That is one of the reasons we like them so much.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15021\" height=\"509\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/31302011_1702830459823940_6912324583840284672_o.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15022\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/floridaandbeyond.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/31306793_1702830933157226_891069614996324352_o.jpg\" width=\"700\"\/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sanibel and Captiva are among the most beautiful barrier islands on the southwest coast of Florida. They appear in most travel guides, and I can confirm that they are well worth the detour if you are in the area. 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