Shell Harbor
Sanibel
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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.
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.
Things to do
Ft Myers Beach 2 Hour Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise
Southwest Florida Sunset Sail
Half-Day Private Tiki Boat Beach Tour from Fort Myers
Fort Myers Beach 90 Minute Round Tiki Boat Cruise
Top hotels in Shell Harbor
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Nice room and perfect location
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Excellent room and location
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
We were fretted by a young man who was friendly and polite. He handed us elastic bracelets with a tiny plastic tag on it. He said it was our key without much other explanation. He handed us a resort map and wrote our room number on it. Our room number didn’t appear on actual map. After walking around ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
The room was very clean with a beautiful Gulf view. The sand was beeautiful and white. The saff was very accomodating. The roof top restaurant was great for breakfast with a view. Sadly the rooftop bar wasn't open due to the weather being unseasonly cold. The best part of of our stay was Grace's ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
Great Location close to the beach
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Clean, friendly, helpful, heated clean pool, great made-to-order breakfasts…OUTSTANDING!!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shell Harbor
East End
While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse.
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.
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.
Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Gumbo Limbo
Though Gumbo Limbo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
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.
