Gumbo Limbo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.
Causeway Islands Park B
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Causeway Islands Park B might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sanibel. Wander the seaside or discover the breathtaking sunrises in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Sunset Dolphin Cruise with Sanibel Lighthouse Views
Southwest Florida Sunset Sail
Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Beach
Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)
Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise
Our pick of the best Gumbo Limbo Hotel Deals
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
Clean and comfortable room, easy parking, restaurantes and shops nearby, friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Very loud music and shouting late into the night. And we were on the 4th floor, away from the beach.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Quiet location. Clean, comfortable room and huge bathroom. Food was readily available on site with a small Cafe. It was a great night's stay!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Room, staff and beach were terrific. Now to the negatives. The hotel charges $20 a day for guests to park which in itself is offensive. The general public (non guests) can park in the hotel parking lot as well for $20. So non guests pay the same amount to park as guests and take up parking spaces ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
breakfast was very good wide variety of foods to choose from
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
Fun pools and great free breakfast loved the chairs and umbrellas on the beach. We have come here for many years. Was very disappointed in the low rise building this trip. Liked our room but access to beach and pool is very poorly designed. Longer walk than necessary around pools our through parking ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gumbo Limbo
Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Beachview Country Club Estates
While visiting Beachview Country Club Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
The Dunes
While there might not be top attractions in The Dunes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way.
Sanibel Isles
While Sanibel Isles isn't home to many top sights, Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way are some notable places to visit nearby.
Butterknife
While there might not be top attractions in Butterknife, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way.
Ybel
Though Ybel may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way.
