Sanctuary 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?
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.
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.
Sanibel Island Northern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Northern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
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.
Activities
Sunset Dolphin Cruise with Sanibel Lighthouse Views
Fort Myers Beach: Tiki Pub Fun In The Sun Dolphin Cruise
Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)
Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise
Fort Myers Beach 90 Minute Round Tiki Boat Cruise
Our pick of the best Sanctuary Hotel Deals
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Bb
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Staff was very nice. A problem we had was their were 4 of us in the room and trying to get 4 towels and washcloths was a hard task, also coffee in room.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
The room was very clean; staff was responsive to all of our questions about the area as well as hotel. Ms Leslie responded to my request to have the fridge looked at in a very timely manner. She stayed in constant contact with us throughout our stay. We were on mini vaca do we didn't really need ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Clean and comfortable room, excellent location to beach,restaurants, shells. Courteous staff
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Everything was wonderful, attentive staff, clean room, excellent amenities and the best margarita I have ever had thanks to Carl the bartender.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
DiamondHead Beach Resort
Pool and beach area was nice. Room only cleaned day before we left. Over on end of bed was dirty when we arrived and tv did not work. Fixed one and then bedroom tv quit working. We were not impressed with restaurant meal. Steak was tough and not cooked as requested.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sanctuary
Del Sega
If you're spending some time in Del Sega, Blind Pass Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are top sights worth seeing.
Heron's Landing
When in Heron's Landing, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and Blind Pass Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tradewinds
While there might not be top attractions in Tradewinds, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
Chateaux Sur Mer
While Chateaux Sur Mer isn't home to many top sights, Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are some notable places to visit nearby.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Gulf Shores
When in Gulf Shores, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
