Top Free Things to See & Do
Start your own shell collection, experience one of a kind art or spot unique Florida wildlife with this list of free activities.
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Affordable & Budget-Friendly Activities in the Naples Area
Experience paradise without breaking the bank.
From beachcombing for shells or browsing boutiques and art galleries to exploring the area's museums or scoping out wildlife in nature preserves, you’ll be amazed at all the free (or nearly free) things to do in Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades.
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Beaches with Natural Beauty
Visit one of the pristine beaches on Florida's Paradise Coast and you'll relax and play on powdery, sugar-white sands framed by inviting turquoise and…
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Shelling on Naples & Marco Island Beaches
Bring back more than a tan from your beach vacation on Florida's Paradise Coast. Join a shelling excursion and your souvenirs could include starfish,…
Get Easy Access to Nature With Trails, Boardwalks and Viewing Areas
Exploring the Paradise Coast’s wondrous, pristine natural areas and wildlife preserves is easy and convenient with a variety of nature trails, hiking…
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Naples Sunset: In Search of the Green Flash
Celebrate sunset on Florida's Paradise Coast – and get a glimpse of a rare phenomenon.Wherever you are in Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades,…
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Naples Pier
DUE TO DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE IAN, ONLY PART OF THE PIER IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. THERE IS NO FISHING ALLOWED ON THE PIER AT THIS TIME.
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Nathaniel P. Reed Visitors Center
The preserve provides regularly scheduled Ranger-led swamp walks, canoe/kayak trips, bike rides and other special activities and events throughout the…
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Paradise Coast Kayak Tours
If you have no experience in a kayak, or you have years of experience in a kayak, you will love this family-friendly, fun-filled private Eco Tour of…
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Pepper Ranch Preserve
The 2,512-acre Pepper Ranch Preserve is offers hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails and a campground. Located on the shores of Lake…
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Picayune Strand State Forest
The forest is home to many unique species of flora and fauna, as well as a multitude of recreational activities. Horse trails with equestrian camping…
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Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center
The Environmental Learning Center is a two-story, 16,500 square-foot facility with aquariums, interactive exhibits and an Art Gallery that features…
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Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Explore the Environmental Learning Center. Interactive exhibits focus on the plants and animals of the 110,000-acre Rookery Bay Reserve. Aquariums,…
Nature & Wildlife | Attractions | Zoos & Wildlife Refuges | Parks & Gardens | Outdoors | Conservation & Environment | Visitor Services
Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge
Most of the Refuge is boat accessible only, and is open to fishing and waterfowl hunting. Hike the 1mi Marsh Trail for spectacular birdwatching &…
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The Naples Preserve
A unique green space located in the heart of Naples. An elevated boardwalk enables visitors to take a .4-mile self-guided tour through this pristine…
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Veterans Community Park
Home of the City of Marco Island Farmer's Market every Wednesday between mid-November and late April. Shop for fresh produce, local arts and crafts,…
