Guidebook for Marco Island
Parks & Nature
Everglades National Park protects an unparalleled landscape that provides important habitat for numerous rare and endangered species like the manatee, American crocodile, and the elusive Florida panther.
An international treasure as well - a World Heritage Site, International Biosphere Reserve, a Wetland of International Importance, and a specially protected areas under the Cartagena Treaty.
350 locals recommend
Everglades National Park
Everglades National Park protects an unparalleled landscape that provides important habitat for numerous rare and endangered species like the manatee, American crocodile, and the elusive Florida panther.
An international treasure as well - a World Heritage Site, International Biosphere Reserve, a Wetland of International Importance, and a specially protected areas under the Cartagena Treaty.
This Marco Island Park is a center of community activity. Mackle park is now Dog friendly. The basketball courts are well maintained. The hiking paved path around the the 10 acre lake is paved and easy to walk on. The views often include visiting and native birds, reptiles and other wildlife. There is no boat ramp and no swimming is allowed. Mackle Park is now dog friendly, features a nice outdoor shuttle board area, a covered pavilion for basketball and concerts, custom bocci courts, and a water park for the children. There is a picnic area and some playground equipment. Mackle Park often features “Movies in the Park” and indoors, the workout room is used for various classes and workouts. Mackle Park also houses the offices for the City of Marco Island Department of Recreation.
28 locals recommend
Frank E. Mackle Park
1361 Andalusia TerraceThis Marco Island Park is a center of community activity. Mackle park is now Dog friendly. The basketball courts are well maintained. The hiking paved path around the the 10 acre lake is paved and easy to walk on. The views often include visiting and native birds, reptiles and other wildlife. There is no boat ramp and no swimming is allowed. Mackle Park is now dog friendly, features a nice outdoor shuttle board area, a covered pavilion for basketball and concerts, custom bocci courts, and a water park for the children. There is a picnic area and some playground equipment. Mackle Park often features “Movies in the Park” and indoors, the workout room is used for various classes and workouts. Mackle Park also houses the offices for the City of Marco Island Department of Recreation.
Drinks & Nightlife
Esplanade Shoppes at Marco Island
760 N Collier BlvdBlue Martini
9114 Strada PlaceFood Scene
Starbucks
796 5th Ave SCJ's on the Bay
740 N Collier BlvdItalian Deli and Market
902 Park AvenueSnook Inn offers Daily Specials!
Outside our "Chickee Bar" offers casual entertainment daily - See Calendar. Enjoy your favorite cocktail - or one of our frozen concoctions - TWO Happy Hours: 4p-6p, MON-FRI and 10p-Close, 7 days a week.
Best of all, Snook Inn provides one of the finest water views in Southwest Florida!
Lunch is served daily 11:00a to 4:00p and dinner from 4:30p to 10:00p seven days a week.
151 locals recommend
Snook Inn
1215 Bald Eagle DrSnook Inn offers Daily Specials!
Outside our "Chickee Bar" offers casual entertainment daily - See Calendar. Enjoy your favorite cocktail - or one of our frozen concoctions - TWO Happy Hours: 4p-6p, MON-FRI and 10p-Close, 7 days a week.
Best of all, Snook Inn provides one of the finest water views in Southwest Florida!
Lunch is served daily 11:00a to 4:00p and dinner from 4:30p to 10:00p seven days a week.
The Marco Walk Plaza have quickly become Marco Island’s premier shopping destination and favorite tourist attraction in town. Conveniently located at the intersection of South Collier Boulevard and Winterberry Drive, across from the Hilton and walking distance from Marriott and Marco Beach Ocean Resort. Tourists will find everything they need within easy reach, the Plaza combines a collection of specialty shops, salons and spas, and a nice variety of dining options that are anything but ordinary.
21 locals recommend
Marco Walk Plaza
599 S Collier BlvdThe Marco Walk Plaza have quickly become Marco Island’s premier shopping destination and favorite tourist attraction in town. Conveniently located at the intersection of South Collier Boulevard and Winterberry Drive, across from the Hilton and walking distance from Marriott and Marco Beach Ocean Resort. Tourists will find everything they need within easy reach, the Plaza combines a collection of specialty shops, salons and spas, and a nice variety of dining options that are anything but ordinary.
Da Vinci Ristorante Italiano
599 S Collier BlvdCocomo's Grill
1069 N Collier BlvdMANGO'S OFFERS WATERFRONT DINING AT ITS BEST ON MARCO ISLAND.
Our family-friendly restaurant offers a fun, tropical atmosphere that families love, and our huge bar, waterfall, salt water aquariums and outdoor dining options are a big attraction for every age. Our dishes are unique and made with the freshest ingredients. We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Come try our signature drink, the Smokehouse Martini, during our happy hour every day from 3 pm to 7 pm. Dogs are welcome for patio dining too. Or visit our home decor and gift shoppe next to the restaurant with items as unique as our dishes! We also offer premier catering services for all your personal and business events.
26 locals recommend
Mango's Dockside Bistro
760 N Collier BlvdMANGO'S OFFERS WATERFRONT DINING AT ITS BEST ON MARCO ISLAND.
Our family-friendly restaurant offers a fun, tropical atmosphere that families love, and our huge bar, waterfall, salt water aquariums and outdoor dining options are a big attraction for every age. Our dishes are unique and made with the freshest ingredients. We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Come try our signature drink, the Smokehouse Martini, during our happy hour every day from 3 pm to 7 pm. Dogs are welcome for patio dining too. Or visit our home decor and gift shoppe next to the restaurant with items as unique as our dishes! We also offer premier catering services for all your personal and business events.
The Dock At Crayton Cove
845 12th Ave SGreat waterfront open air restaurant in Naples.
Everything Else
Snook Inn offers Daily Specials!
Outside our "Chickee Bar" offers casual entertainment daily - See Calendar. Enjoy your favorite cocktail - or one of our frozen concoctions - TWO Happy Hours: 4p-6p, MON-FRI and 10p-Close, 7 days a week.
Best of all, Snook Inn provides one of the finest water views in Southwest Florida!
Lunch is served daily 11:00a to 4:00p and dinner from 4:30p to 10:00p seven days a week.
151 locals recommend
Snook Inn
1215 Bald Eagle DrSnook Inn offers Daily Specials!
Outside our "Chickee Bar" offers casual entertainment daily - See Calendar. Enjoy your favorite cocktail - or one of our frozen concoctions - TWO Happy Hours: 4p-6p, MON-FRI and 10p-Close, 7 days a week.
Best of all, Snook Inn provides one of the finest water views in Southwest Florida!
Lunch is served daily 11:00a to 4:00p and dinner from 4:30p to 10:00p seven days a week.
Sightseeing
Dolphin & Whale Watching, Eco Tours, Sightseeing Tours, Boat Tours & Water Sports, Tours, Outdoor Activities
Dolphin Study
951 Bald Eagle DrDolphin & Whale Watching, Eco Tours, Sightseeing Tours, Boat Tours & Water Sports, Tours, Outdoor Activities
Shopping
Waterside Shops
5415 Tamiami Trail NBeaches
Free public beach access
Marco Island Public Beach Access
290 S Collier BlvdFree public beach access
Residents' Beach
130 S Collier BlvdOne of the most beautiful beaches in SW Florida