Beth & Ned
Things To Do
Golf at Gasparilla Inn & Club
If you'd like to golf you must be staying at The Gasparilla Inn & Club. Daily greens fees for Inn guests is $125, per person. Cart fee is $25, per person, for 18 holes; $17, per person, for nine holes. Please fill out the following Golf Request Form: https://the-gasparilla-inn.com/activities/golf/golf-request-form/
Gasparilla Inn Beach Club
Gasparilla Island has some of the best beaches in Florida, with expansive white sands and world-class shelling. Access to the beaches can be done at many points along the western side of the island. Be sure to enjoy the beaches at their best - as the sun sets across the Gulf of Mexico. If you’re staying at the Inn, there’s a private beach at the Beach Club, otherwise, there is plenty of public beach access.
Gasparilla Adventures
Rent a golf cart, kayak, bike, SUP to explore Boca Grande. Ride down the bike path spanning the entire 7 mile island and take a stroll down Banyan Street. Other places to rent golf carts: Boca Grande Cart Rentals: 430 E Railroad Ave. (941) 964-1818 Kappy's: 5800 Gasparilla Road (located on north end of Boca Grande). (941) 964-2506
Cruise to Cabbage Key Island
Believed to be the inspiration behind Jimmy Buffet’s song, “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” Cabbage Key is a classic “old Florida” hide-a-way. Cabbage Key is a delightful 45-minute boat ride from Gasparilla. It's a great spot for lunch and outdoor games. Enjoy a 'Margaritaville' experience, Sign a dollar bill and tape it to the collection on the wall, Feed the ducks and climb the water tower.
Tarpon Fishing
Ned's favorite - Boca Grande is perhaps best known as a world-renowned sport-fishing destination. During this time of year, the deep and mile-wide Boca Grande Pass teems with silvery tarpon, as many as 10,000 at any one time, each weighing anywhere from 50 to 200 pounds. The World’s Richest Tarpon Tournament hands out a five-figure prize to the team that reels in the biggest fish each May. The rest of the year, the 39 members of the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association take out tourists from far-flung corners of the globe to catch saltwater species like redfish, trout, cobia, snapper and grouper.
Pink Elephant
Enjoy a casual lunch or dinner at The Pink Elephant, affectionately known as ‘The Pink’, where Inn guests and island residents alike have gathered at this charming restaurant for great food, signature drinks and refined service for over 60 years. The Boca Hummer - an adult milkshake - is a must have! Fresh local seafood and regional comfort food are served in the downstairs pub, upstairs dining room and on the outdoor patio.
Eagle Grille and Miller's Dockside
Located at Boca Grande Marina, Miller's Dockside offers great food and drinks in a fun, casual atmosphere where you will be able to watch the boats arriving and departing from the marina basin.
Loose Caboose Restaurant
A great casual lunch-spot, specializing in sandwiches and wraps, the Loose Caboose is most beloved by Beth for their Ice Cream shop. Eat out on the patio, and soak in the casual, laid-back life at Boca's "busiest" intersection.