Things To Do

Restaurants

~ The Pink Elephant ~ A BG staple. Great fresh comfort food. Finish your dinner off with a hummer, or grab one at the bar. ~ The Temptation ~ Locally dubbed "The Temp" and a favorite restaurant on the Island - Stop by for dinner or hit the bar late night. Locals say get the grouper! *reservations recommended ​ ~ Sisters ~ Great pizza spot. ​ ~ The Loose Caboose (Now Key Lime Bistro) ~ Stop by for lunch and don't leave without getting an ice cream cone. ​ ~ The Pink Pony ~ Spot to grab an ice cream cone in town. ~ The Outlet at the Innlet ~ Best breakfast on the Island - stop by for diner style breakfast on the Bayou. ​~ The Inn Bakery ~ A favorite spot for coffee and treats. Don't sleep on the donut holes.  ~ South Beach ~ A beachside spot for lunch and dinner on the south end of the Island. Stroll down for grouper tacos, onion rings and a pina colada! ​ ~ Eagle Grille & Miller’s Dockside ~ A “finer” dining waterfront restaurant on top, casual, waterfront restaurant downstairs.

Shark Tooth Hunting

Finding shark teeth along SW Florida's white sandy beaches is one of Bobby and Abbey's favorite pastimes. Located just south of the 'Shark Tooth Capital of the World,' you're likely to spot fossilized shark teeth while strolling along the beaches of Boca Grande. Tip: they're black and shiny!

Boca Grande Bike Path

Walk, bike, run or ride the 6.5 mi long paved bike and cart path. The northern portion of the path runs between Gasparilla Rd. and Railroad Rd., before following along Gulf Rd. to the south. [see "Plan Your Trip" for bike rentals]

Banyan Tree Pilates & Yoga

Fishing

Hire a guide to take you out in the Tarpon Capital of the World! ~ Gasparilla Outfitters ~ https://gasparillaoutfitters.com (941) 964-0907 ~ Reel Intense Fishing Charters ~ https://realintenseinshore.com (941) 468-1618 ~ Boca Boats ~ http://bocaboat.com/ (888) 416-2628

Golf

Gasparilla Golf Club is available for those staying at the Inn. The Inn partners with Ship Sticks to conveniently deliver your clubs directly to the hotel (ShipSticks.com). There are also several public courses off Island.

Croquet and Tennis

The Inn offers three USCA-certified croquet lawns and seven Har-Tru tennis courts. You must be a guest of The Gasparilla Inn and Club to play. Appropriate tennis apparel is required.

Beach

Public beach access is available throughout the island. 

Paddle boarding / Kayaking

Rentals available at Gasparilla Adventures (GasparillaAdventures.com)

Gasparilla Inn Beach Club

Lounge poolside and grab lunch at The Beach Club overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Note: The Beach Club is only accessible to guests staying at The Gasparilla Inn.

Port Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum

Located at the southernmost tip of the island, the Boca Grande Lighthouse has a beautiful view and a big shoreline to walk along, with tons of wildlife (dolphins, stingrays, fish) that can usually be spotted swimming off-shore. Built in 1890, the lighthouse has a free museum filled with the rich history of Gasparilla Island, open Tuesday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.