Naples, Florida · Gulf Coast · 2026 Guide
Activities &
Attractions 2026.
From 9 miles of pristine Gulf beaches and world-class botanical gardens to Everglades adventures and legendary sunsets — this is your complete guide to experiencing Naples in 2026.
9
Miles of Beach
40 public access points
700+
Restaurants
Fine dining to casual
100+
Golf Courses
Golf Capital of the World
170
Acres Botanical Garden
World-class attraction
83°F
Avg. Temperature
Year-round sunshine
Beaches & Waterfront
9 miles of
pristine Gulf Coast.
Naples beaches consistently rank among Florida’s finest — soft white sand, warm clear Gulf water, and 40 public access points. The sunsets here are legendary, and the Naples Pier is the most iconic place to watch them.
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Naples Beach & Pier
The iconic Naples Pier — built in 1888 — is the social heart of the waterfront. The pier is undergoing reconstruction and expected to reopen in 2026. The beach itself remains open year-round. Best spot in Southwest Florida for sunset watching.
📍 25 12th Ave S · Free beach access · Sunrise to sunset
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Lowdermilk Park Beach
The premier family beach in Naples — restrooms, covered pavilions, playground, and beach volleyball. Free parking and a concession stand. The most visited beach park in Collier County, right on the Gulf.
📍 1301 Gulf Shore Blvd N · Free parking · Sunrise to sunset
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Clam Pass Park
A hidden gem requiring a short tram ride through stunning mangroves — keeping crowds low and water noticeably clearer than other beaches. The perfect quiet Gulf experience. Free tram from parking.
📍 410 Seagate Dr · Free tram · 8am–sunset
Downtown Naples
5th Avenue South &
3rd Street South.
The social epicenter of Southwest Florida. Over 100 restaurants, luxury boutiques, art galleries, and live entertainment — all within walking distance of the beach.
🍽️ 5th Avenue South
Over 100 shops, restaurants and galleries. Award-winning chefs, rooftop bars, and nightly live music in season. The premier Naples dining destination.
🛍️ 3rd Street South
Tree-lined boutique street with galleries and sidewalk dining. Saturday farmers market Oct–May. A charming, intimate alternative to 5th Ave.
⚓ Tin City Waterfront
Vibrant waterfront marketplace on Naples Bay. Shops, restaurants, and Pure Florida boat tours — the largest fleet in Naples departs here daily.
Nature & Wildlife
Wild Naples —
an underrated paradise.
The natural side of Naples is genuinely world-class — from the largest tropical botanical garden in Florida to the oldest cypress forest in North America, all minutes from the beach.
Must Visit · #1 TripAdvisor Naples
Naples Botanical Garden
A 170-acre world-class tropical paradise with plants from Brazil, Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and Florida. Plus 90 acres of restored natural habitats. The finest botanical garden in South Florida.
📍 4820 Bayshore Dr · Open daily 9am–5pm · Adults $27 · Children $12
Ramsar Wetland · Audubon · Est. 1912
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
The largest old-growth bald cypress forest in the world — trees nearly 600 years old. A 2.25-mile wheelchair-accessible boardwalk through an otherworldly wilderness. Undergoing a $20M renovation in 2026.
📍 375 Sanctuary Rd W · Open daily 8am · Adults $17 · Kids $6
Family Favorite · Nationally Accredited
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens
Malayan tigers, Florida panthers, giraffes, and endangered species set inside a historic tropical garden. The boat safari through primate islands is unlike anything else in Florida.
📍 1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd · Open daily 9am–5pm · Adults $27.95
Water Activities & Adventures
The Gulf of Mexico —
Naples’ front yard.
Calm, crystal-clear Gulf water makes every activity accessible — from a first-time kayaker to a serious deep-sea angler. And the Everglades are just 30 minutes from downtown.
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Boat Cruises & Sailing
The Naples Princess offers elegant sunset dinner and sightseeing cruises. Pure Florida at Tin City runs the largest fleet — dolphin watches, eco-tours, shelling, and fishing charters departing daily from Naples Bay.
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Kayaking & Paddleboarding
Get Up and Go Kayaking offers crystal-clear kayak tours through Naples’ back-bay mangroves — watch fish, rays, and sea turtles beneath you. Sunset LED glow tours at Wiggins Pass are unforgettable.
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Everglades Adventures
Everglades Excursions departs from Naples with transport included. Airboat rides, wildlife safaris, and Ten Thousand Islands shelling — world-class olive shells, whelks, and scallops.
Arts, Golf & Unique Experiences
Beyond the beach —
the full Naples experience.
Naples punches well above its size in arts and culture — with an internationally recognized performing arts center, world-class automotive museum, and the Golf Capital of the World.
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Artis–Naples & Baker Museum
Home of the Naples Philharmonic. The Baker Museum houses a permanent collection of modern and contemporary art with rotating international exhibitions. The premier cultural institution of Southwest Florida. Season runs October–May.
📍 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd · artisnaples.org
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Revs Institute
One of the world’s finest automotive museums — over 100 historically significant vehicles dedicated to the study of the automobile. A must for design and car enthusiasts. Advance tickets required online.
📍 Tue / Thu / Sat 10am–4pm · revsinstitute.org
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Championship Golf
100+ courses — more holes per capita than almost any other city on earth. Top public options include Tiburón at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples Grande Golf Club, and TPC Treviso Bay. Private memberships via RealEstate-Link.
📍 Available year-round · All skill levels
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Naples Depot Museum
A beautifully restored 1927 Seaboard Air Line Railway depot listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Free museum telling Naples’ fascinating early history. A hidden gem of Old Naples.
📍 1051 5th Ave S · Tue–Sat 10am–4pm · Free admission
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Waterside Shops & Mercato
Waterside Shops in Pelican Bay — Saks Fifth Avenue, Gucci, and fine boutiques in an open-air setting. Mercato in North Naples combines upscale retail, dining, and entertainment including Silverspot Cinema.
📍 Open daily · Pelican Bay & North Naples
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Day Trips from Naples
Marco Island (20 min) · Sanibel & Captiva (45 min) · Everglades City (35 min) · Fort Myers (40 min). Naples is the perfect base for exploring all of Southwest Florida’s Gulf Coast.
All within easy driving distance year-round
When to Visit
Naples is beautiful
every single month.
With an average of 83°F and nearly 300 days of sunshine per year, Naples is one of the few U.S. destinations that is genuinely enjoyable every month.
Peak Season
November – April
Perfect weather 72–82°F. Full cultural calendar, art walks, nightly music on 5th Avenue. Every restaurant, club, and attraction in full swing. The complete Naples experience. Book well in advance.
Value Season
May – October
Warm, uncrowded, 30–50% lower hotel rates. Gulf water at its warmest. Restaurants and shops fully open with shorter waits. Morning golf and outdoor dining are spectacular.
Year-Round
Always Open
Beaches, golf, Botanical Garden, Naples Zoo, Corkscrew Swamp, boating, fishing, restaurants, and shopping are available 365 days a year. Naples never truly closes — it just changes pace.
Plan Your Naples Experience