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Sanibel Island

4.2
Wildlife Beaches Historic Sites
Take a trip to Sanibel Island if you like pretty sunsets and luxurious resorts. Most people go there for "shelling" on the beach--the "Sanibel stoop" remains a tourist favorite. It's a family-friendly destination with a village atmosphere and loads of chances for viewing local wildlife. Sanibel Island is in Southwest Gulf Coast. Plan your vacation with our United States road trip planner and discover the best things to do in Sanibel Island.
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Popular things to do in Sanibel Island

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J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge
4.4
Duration: 4​h
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Bowman's Beach
4.3
Duration: 2​h 30​min
Sanibel Causeway
4.3
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum
4.4
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Kid-friendly things to do in Sanibel Island

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Blind Pass Beach Park
4.2
Duration: 2​h 30​min
Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW)
4.2
Duration: 2​h
Gulfside Beach
4.0
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Sanibel Community Playground
4.8
Duration: 2​h

Shopping in Sanibel Island

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Sanibel Island Farmer's Market
4.8
Duration: 30​min
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Bailey's General Store
4.7
Duration: 1​h
Gene's Bookstore
4.9
Duration: 1​h 30​min
Adventures In Paradise Outfitters
5.0
Duration: 1​h

Hidden gems in Sanibel Island

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Dolphin & Whale Watching
5.0
Duration: 4​h
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Fishing Charters & Tours
5.0
Duration: 3​h 30​min
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Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens
4.3
Duration: 1​h 30​min
Whitney's Bait and Tackle
4.8
Duration: 3​h

Wildlife in Sanibel Island

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Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation
4.3
Duration: 2​h 30​min
Pond Apple Park
5.0
Duration: 30​min

Beaches in Sanibel Island

Tarpon Bay Beach
3.9
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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