Sanibel Island has over 15 miles of beaches, 25 miles of biking / walking trails and no traffic lights. It's home to 230 types of birds and 250 kinds of shells. Add to that activities like golfing, tennis and kayaking, plus great dining and shopping opportunities, and you'll quickly find there's no shortage of things to do.
Useful Links and Island Services
City of Sanibel - Information on island news, activities, tide schedule
There is a toll to cross the causeway onto the island, read about the options for paying the toll.
Billy's Rentals - Bikes, paddle boards, will deliver and pickup for small fee. New location next to Bailey's.
Island Rentals - Canopies, coolers and other beach gear, will deliver
Jerry's Shopping Center - Groceries, ice cream, coffee, clothing, art gallery
Bailey's - Groceries, hardware, coffee bar
Sanibel Marina - Boat rentals, fishing excursions, home of the Sanibel Thriller dolphin cruise
Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation - Exhibits, guided walks, a butterfly house and more
Sanibel Live Traffic Cameras - Or get the app by searching City of Sanibel Traffic Cameras in the App Store
Fun Sanibel Island Activities and Day Trips
Sanibel Recreation Center - Tennis courts, lap pool, gym, playground. Daily / weekly passes available
YOLO Watersports - Parasailing, Jet Ski rentals
Community Park and Playground with slides, swings, bathrooms, 2221 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel Lighthouse
Minnesota Twins Spring Training Game
Miracle Baseball
Artis - Naples, home of the Naples Philharmonic
Everglades National Park day safari
The Shell Factory
Annual Sanibel Island Events
Sanibel-Captiva Luminary Festival
Edison Festival of Lights
Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks
Taste of the Islands
Sanibel Music Festival
Sanibel Spring Festival
Sanibel School Seahorse Festival
Everglades Seafood Festival
