Things To DoThings To Do

Captiva Farmer's MarketCaptiva Farmer's Market

Tuesdays from 9am to 1pm. This is right outside of South Seas Resort. It has a lot of the same vendors as the Sanibel Farmer's Market but smaller.

YOLO Watersports, Inc.YOLO Watersports, Inc.

Rent bikes, e-bikes and golf carts from YOLO if you're staying on Captiva. They are located near the public beach access where you can also rent beach accessories (parasailing anyone?).

Boop's Ice Cream Parlor & CaféBoop's Ice Cream Parlor & Café

This is probably the best coffee spot (there is one Starbucks at the entrance of South Seas). Boops also has pastries, breakfast sandwiches, shakes and the iconic Bubble Room cakes.

The Bubble Room RestaurantThe Bubble Room Restaurant

A Captiva staple! Big portions, the BEST desserts, colorful and kitschy restaurant. Expect long waits.

Captiva CruisesCaptiva Cruises

Get out on the water! You can enjoy a guided cruise on one of their larger boats but one of our favorite things to do is to rent a boat for the day. You'll get a map and can stop at the various islands along the way - highly recommend lunch at Cabbage Key! It's totally remote and true island life.

The Mucky Duck RestaurantThe Mucky Duck Restaurant

The Mucky Duck is another staple on Captiva! It's currently closed due to Hurricane Helene and Milton but they plan to rebuild in 2025. This is a casual beach spot with delicious bbq shrimp, cold beer and beach access. Highly recommend you catch the sunset here. Be prepared for a long wait!

Keylime BistroKeylime Bistro

A Holly favorite. Dine outside on the patio and listen to live music. Save room for the Key Lime Pie... it's the best.

Jensen's Twin Palm Cottages & Marina ResortJensen's Twin Palm Cottages & Marina Resort

This is a historic fisherman's getaway. You can stay in their cottages but also rent boats for the day or get a guide to take you fishing. The manatees LOVE hanging out at the marina here.

The Green Flash RestaurantThe Green Flash Restaurant

Delicious restaurant that overlooks the bay. Lori Robbins (Holly's mom) favorite! Highly recommend the bacon wrapped shrimp and dirty martinis.

J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife RefugeJ.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge

You can bike all around Ding Darling, fish or drive through the park. Small fee. Best time of day is high/low tides. Keep your eye out for alligators, roseate spoonbills, white pelicans and more!

Rosalita's Cantina SanibelRosalita's Cantina Sanibel

Best Mexican food on the island (although it's no Chuy's!). Logan and Holly are excited to host the welcome party here. Margaritas on us!

Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & AquariumBailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium

Over Easy CafeOver Easy Cafe

Tasty breakfast spot.

Tarpon Bay ExplorersTarpon Bay Explorers

Great spot to rent kayaks and explore the mangroves.

Sanibel Island Farmers MarketSanibel Island Farmers Market

Sundays from 9am to 1pm. We love quiche and pastries at the French food truck! There's also a stand that makes the best Guacamole.

Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel IslandLighthouse Cafe of Sanibel Island

Cheeburger CheeburgerCheeburger Cheeburger

Logan gets after the burgers here...

Periwinkle PlacePeriwinkle Place

Outdoor shopping mall, all local stores as Sanibel and Captiva don't have chains! Great spot to get some souvenirs.

She Sells Sea ShellsShe Sells Sea Shells

Sanibel and Captiva are known for finding amazing seashells on the beach. Stop in this store to see some other amazing shells or pick up a souvenir!

The Shack of SanibelThe Shack of Sanibel

The best ice cream and concrete concoctions.

MudBugs Cajun KitchenMudBugs Cajun Kitchen

Tasty cajun food and live music! Holly loves it here.

Gramma Dot's RestaurantGramma Dot's Restaurant

The best coconut shrimp. This is a Robbins favorite and on a marina. Watch for dolphins!

Sanibel LighthouseSanibel Lighthouse

Public Parking/Beach area (gets crowded at peak times). The lighthouse is iconic and has survived all of the hurricanes. We like to rent bikes on Sanibel and make a day of it!

Finnimore's Bike and Beach RentalsFinnimore's Bike and Beach Rentals

Rent bikes, e-bikes and golf carts here. They deliver/pick-up from where you're staying, if needed.