Butterknife
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 family-friendly 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 Butterknife
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
Clean room, changed linens
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Very nice hotel had a very good time. List of things that we found were positive about the hotel. Friendly and courteous of staff. Entire facility was kept clean. Pool area was large enough so did not feel cramped Had a good choice of restaurants on the site Had multiple areas you could sit an ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Room was clean, staff was attentive.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Staff here was friendly warm and welcoming
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Nice quiet and clean.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
All, best time ever staff was outstanding
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Butterknife
Ybel
Though Ybel may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Island Southern Beach 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.
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 Public Library.
Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Bright Water
Though Bright Water may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village.
Murex Lakes
While there might not be top attractions in Murex Lakes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village.
