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Things to do in Fort Myers: 2 local trip ideas

2 ready-made day trips in Fort Myers, Florida: family and scenic. Each one strings together a handful of stops in order.

FamilyScenic
Family trip

Family Fun in Fort Myers

5 stops · about 8 hr 15 min of stops · ~$235 per person

Enjoy a seamlessly routed family day in Fort Myers, transitioning from a famous downtown breakfast spot down to a nearby hands-on science center, before enjoying a scenic park lunch and a lively evening of miniature golf, games, and outdoor dining.

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    Bare Roots Coffee House

    2011 Bayside Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
    Bare Roots Coffee House, Fort Myers

    Arrive early to snag their famous hand-cut Maple Bacon donuts and fresh in-house roasted coffee [2.1.1].

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$30 per person · Directions
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    IMAG History & Science Center

    2000 Cranford Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916, USA
    IMAG History & Science Center, Fort Myers

    Interactive STEM exhibits, a touch tank, and live animal shows that kids will love.

    ★ 4.2 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · ~$65 per person · Directions
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    Lakes Park

    7330 Gladiolus Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908, USA
    Lakes Park, Fort Myers

    Ride the miniature train, play at the playgrounds, and pay a small parking fee.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Lakes Park

    7330 Gladiolus Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908, USA
    Lakes Park, Fort Myers

    Grab a casual lakeside lunch of pizzas, hot dogs, and ice cream right inside the park.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 45 min · ~$35 per person · Directions
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    PopStroke Ice Cream

    5531 Six Mile Commercial Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33912, USA
    PopStroke Ice Cream, Fort Myers

    Play outdoor mini-golf, let the kids use the playground, and enjoy family-friendly dinner dining on-site.

    ★ 4.1 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$90 per person · Directions
Scenic trip

Riverside Charm to Island

5 stops · about 6 hr 15 min of stops · ~$73 per person

This scenic day-long journey guides you from the historic, palm-lined streets of Downtown Fort Myers down along the sun-kissed coast of Estero Island to the untouched beaches of Lovers Key.

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    Ella Mae's Diner

    2200 Edwards Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
    Ella Mae's Diner, Fort Myers

    Kick off the morning with a Southern breakfast in this chic, retro diner inside the Luminary Hotel.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Edison & Ford Winter Estates

    2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
    Edison & Ford Winter Estates, Fort Myers

    Capture stunning photos of massive banyan trees, historic homes, and scenic Caloosahatchee River vistas.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Dixie Fish Co.

    714 Fishermans Wharf, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, USA
    Dixie Fish Co., Fort Myers

    Enjoy a casual, open-air seafood lunch on the docks where you can watch shrimp boats glide by.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Lovers Key State Park

    8700 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, USA
    Lovers Key State Park, Fort Myers

    Take a scenic drive down Estero Blvd to this untouched park, perfect for spotting manatees and exploring quiet trails.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$8 per person · Directions
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    Flippers

    8767 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, USA
    Flippers, Fort Myers

    Wrap up the day with upscale bayside dining and a front-row view of the legendary Gulf Coast sunset.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · Directions

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