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| What's there to do in Fort Myers besides hit the beautiful beaches? Plenty. Check out some of these Fort Myers attractions ... some lesser-known than others. |
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2350 McGregor Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33901
239-334-7419 |
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Edison and Ford Winter Estates |
| The winter homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford are two of the major historic attractions in Fort Myers. Located on adjacent property on the banks of the Caloosahatchee River, the estates play host to thousands of visitors every year. Edison's home was completed in 1886 and named "Seminole Lodge." He retreated there during the winters until his death in 1931. Edison's friend, Henry Ford, eventually purchased the adjacent property in 1915, around the same time he opened his first Ford Car Dealership in Fort Myers. His property was dubbed "The Mangoes." The estates are open daily 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) and extensive tours are available. Visit http://www.efwefla.org for more information. |
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2000 Cranford Avenue
Fort Myers, FL 33916
239-337-3332 |
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Imaginarium Hands-On Museum |
| This science museum is perfect for the entire family. Located off Martin Luther King Boulevard, the Imaginarium is home to more than 60 interactive and educational exhibits. The exhibits allow children (and adults) to learn about marine life, the environment, hurricanes, physics and other topics. The Imaginarium Hands-On Museum is open daily. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays, noon to 4. |
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3450 Ortiz Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33905
239-275-3435 |
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Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium |
| This museum will teach you all about Southwest Florida's natural history. You'll get to hear from local experts about the indigious animals of Southwest Florida (and Fort Myers) and even get to see these animals up close and personal. Over at the planetarium, learn about constellations and other galaxies. Great for the entire family. Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium is open daily. Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays, 11 to 5. |
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1380 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33907
239-278-4422 |
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Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre |
| Fort Myers serves up healthy doses of theater (and vittles) at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre at Royal Palm Square. Each year the main stage plays host to at least seven Broadway-style musicals, in addition to a generous buffet. Check out www.broadwaypalm.com for showtimes and rates. |
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2787 North Tamiani Trail
North Fort Myers, FL 33903
239-995-2141 |
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Shell Factory and Nature Park |
| The Shell Factory is home to the largest collection of common and rare seashells, sponges, coral and other sea life specimens in the world. It's everything seashell at the Shell Factory, including inlaid seashell toilet seats and wall hangings. The Shell Factory also is home to the Nature Park, which has a petting zoo, environmental education center, and a botanical trail and garden. If that's not enough for the kids, there's also a Fun Park and Arcade to keep them busy. The Shell Factory and Nature Park, located in North Fort Myers, is open daily. Hours vary. Visit www.shellfactory.comfor more details. |
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