Spend the day soaking up the sun on Marco Island’s beautiful white-sand beaches, or head out on the water with a boat tour to explore the Gulf of Mexico and the Ten Thousand Islands, where you can enjoy world-class shelling and dolphin watching. Because these landscapes are so iconic, many visitors schedule a professional beach photography session to capture their family’s milestones against the backdrop of the Gulf’s famous sunsets.
For a change of scenery, many travelers also pair their island time with Everglades airboat tours, offering a fast-paced look at Florida’s iconic wetlands and wildlife just a short drive away. Rent a boat to discover the secluded shores of Keewaydin Island, join a fishing charter to reel in local catches, or get your adrenaline pumping with water sports adventures like parasailing or a WaveRunner rental.
For a fun way to get around on land, rent an e-bike to explore at your own pace, or hop aboard the Marco Island Safari Truck Tour for a breezy, open-air sightseeing adventure through celebrity neighborhoods and wildlife hotspots. Families will also find plenty of fun kid-friendly activities, from banana boat rides to eco-tours that showcase the region’s unique wildlife. As the day comes to a close, a sunset cruise offers stunning views of the Gulf, making for an unforgettable finish to your island adventure.
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A two-hour guided paddle around Marco Island by stand-up paddleboard or two-person kayak, looking for dolphins, manatees and coastal birds, with stories of Olde Florida history along the way.
Capture the heart of your family’s dynamic with the Family Story Photography package, a session designed to document genuine laughter and connection in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Escape to Keewaydin Island with a private charter experience featuring shelling, sandbars, wildlife sightings, and relaxing Gulf waters aboard a comfortable coastal cruiser.
If you have ever wanted to try a WaveRunner, we’ve got you covered. You will receive instruction before you venture out, so you will be confident and safe.
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Step aboard The Dolphin Explorer for one of the most immersive wildlife experiences on Marco Island. Operated by the 10,000 Island Dolphin Study, this 47-foot catamaran carries guests on a three-hour eco-tour led by trained marine naturalists.
Located at the end of Winterberry Drive, next to Crystal Shores, the City South Beach Public Access offers a straightforward entry to Marco Island’s shoreline. A narrow walkway leads visitors directly to the sand, making it a convenient pedestrian and bike-friendly access point.
Marco Island Water Sports offers an exciting range of activities designed to make the most of Florida’s Gulf Coast waters. Guests can choose from guided WaveRunner tours that weave through mangrove islands and the open gulf, thrilling banana-boat rides perfect for families, high-flying parasail adventures with sweeping views, and shelling or eco-cruises aboard a comfortable catamaran.
Located near the intersection of Maple Avenue and South Collier Boulevard on Marco Island, City Mid Beach Public Access offers a low-profile way to reach the Gulf shoreline between the major resort stretches. The path is narrow and lined by condo landscaping, creating a tucked-away feel that’s well-suited for a quieter beach entry.
Located in Goodland, just minutes from Marco Island, Eco Endeavors & Breakwater Adventures offers unforgettable guided boat tours through the winding mangrove channels and barrier-island shores of the Ten Thousand Islands.
Glades Dayz Outfitters & Guide Service, based in Goodland just minutes from Marco Island, offers a full-range of guided water-experiences—from sport fishing excursions targeting tarpon, snook, redfish and permit to custom shelling and wildlife tours through the secluded barrier islands of the Ten Thousand Islands.
Nestled in the heart of Marco Island, Frank E. Mackle Park offers a delightful mix of recreation and relaxation for visitors of all ages. The park features a paved loop around a serene lake, shaded walking paths, a large playground and a splash-pad area perfect for young children to cool off on warmer days.
Marco Pedal Boat offers a unique, fun-filled spin on water tours around Marco Island with their spacious 31-foot catamaran. You’re welcome to pedal if you like, but if you prefer to kick back and relax, the on-board motor takes care of the movement while you enjoy cushioned bar-stool seating, ice coolers and music.
Sweet Annie’s Ice Cream Parlour is one of Marco Island’s original sweet spots, locally owned and beloved for decades.
Located just south of Marco Island in Goodland, Florida, Treasure Seekers Shell Tours invites you on an unforgettable adventure across the shimmering waters of the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge.
Florida Island Tours showcases the best of Marco Island and the Ten Thousand Islands with small-group boat tours led by certified naturalists and master captains.
Isle of Capri Marina is a welcoming, full-service marina and launch point for exploring the Ten Thousand Islands and surrounding mangrove estuaries.
Marco Watersports offers action-packed adventures on the waters of Marco Island. Guests can enjoy wakesurfing, wakeboarding, and waterskiing behind a premium Nautique G23 boat, with instruction and gear included.
Backwater Adventure takes you on a one-of-a-kind guided tour through the 10,000 Islands, where you get to drive your own two-person CraigCat catamaran while following an experienced guide.
Caxambas Park is a hidden gem on the southern tip of Marco Island, offering a peaceful waterfront setting with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico.
Hop aboard for a day-trip to the untouched beauty of Keewaydin Island with Hemingway Water Shuttle, departing from Rose Marina.
Capri Fish House combines casual waterfront dining with kayak rentals with ideal launch spot.
Goodland Boating Park spans 5.22 acres and offers direct access to the waterways of the Ten Thousand Islands and the Gulf of Mexico.
