Marti's Guidebook
Fun Things To Do
If you are looking for fun things to do in the area that are a bit more energetic than simply sightseeing.
Nicole and her husband will take good care of you whether you want to rent a kayak or paddle board, or take one of their guided tours. Dolphins, manatees and other interesting creatures maybe seen on your tour.
6 locals recommend
SUP Englewood
8450 Placida RoadNicole and her husband will take good care of you whether you want to rent a kayak or paddle board, or take one of their guided tours. Dolphins, manatees and other interesting creatures maybe seen on your tour.
Such a fun place to go and watch the boats come in and out, plus many times you will see dolphins and manatees here.
47 locals recommend
South Jetty Beach
2000 Tarpon Center DriveSuch a fun place to go and watch the boats come in and out, plus many times you will see dolphins and manatees here.
Busch Gardens
10165 McKinley DrThe Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum)
1 Dali BlvdFood scene
Farlows on the Water
2080 S McCall RdSuch a fun place! They have great grouper sandwiches and wonderful drinks.
57 locals recommend
Nokomo's Sunset Hut
690 S Tamiami TrailSuch a fun place! They have great grouper sandwiches and wonderful drinks.
Great atmosphere with outside seating, great food and very often live music. You have to go at least once!
159 locals recommend
SandBar Tiki & Grille
1975 Beach RdGreat atmosphere with outside seating, great food and very often live music. You have to go at least once!
Full on tourist experience with good food and fun atmosphere plus you can walk on the really high pier! The upstairs restaurant Fins is a little fancier than the downstairs, but both are great.
252 locals recommend
Sharky’s On The Pier
1600 Harbor Dr SFull on tourist experience with good food and fun atmosphere plus you can walk on the really high pier! The upstairs restaurant Fins is a little fancier than the downstairs, but both are great.
One of the best breakfast places we have found! Their staff is really friendly and their kitchen is fast!
6 locals recommend
Maria Restaurant
60 S Indiana AveOne of the best breakfast places we have found! Their staff is really friendly and their kitchen is fast!
Great place to sit with friends and watch the sunset. It can get crowded so reservations are a good idea.
56 locals recommend
The Lighthouse Grill at Stump Pass
260 Maryland AvenueGreat place to sit with friends and watch the sunset. It can get crowded so reservations are a good idea.
Another great breakfast and lunch place with many healthy options and lovely coffee.
49 locals recommend
Mango Bistro
301 W Dearborn St.Another great breakfast and lunch place with many healthy options and lovely coffee.
Cute patio with some nice quick bites and bloody Mary’s. Sometimes live music.
12 locals recommend
Blue Pineapple Bistro
470 W Dearborn St.Cute patio with some nice quick bites and bloody Mary’s. Sometimes live music.
Sit on the patio and watch the people go by! Grab one of their burgers or have a fancier meal upstairs.
70 locals recommend
The Waverly Restaurant & Bar
2095 N Beach RdSit on the patio and watch the people go by! Grab one of their burgers or have a fancier meal upstairs.
Lock 'N Key Restaurant
2045 N Beach RdShopping
Great shopping places!
Small, but cute shop with reasonably priced souvenirs. The owner is super friendly and helpful.
Tiki Tyme
1831 South Tamiami TrailSmall, but cute shop with reasonably priced souvenirs. The owner is super friendly and helpful.