Marco Island Area Guide
Explore the Very Best Marco Island Has to Offer!
From its beautiful beaches to delicious restaurants and overall charming atmosphere, it's easy to see why so many people love visiting Marco Island.
Beyond the gorgeous scenery, you'll have a blast combing the beach for seashells, spending time in our many shops, setting sail for water sports, or exploring our many more family-friendly activities. We'll explore an overview of our favorites here in our Marco Island Area Guide!
Marco Island Beaches
Our area guide wouldn't be complete without touching on our favorite beaches on the island! You can't go wrong with any Marco Island Beaches, but some of our favorites are South Marco Beach and Tigertail Beach.
Both beaches have plenty of amenities to make sure your beach day is perfect, including public restrooms, picnic areas, water sport rentals, and more. Families will love visiting Tigertail Beach so your little ones can take advantage of the playground before splashing around in the shallow water!
Explore Marco Island Beaches
Shopping on Marco Island
Oh no! We've all been there before...you're all set and ready for a beach day when you realize you forgot to pack something essential. Whether it be sunscreen, a bathing suit, flip-slops, or something else you need at the beach, you're sure to find it in one of our many Marco Island Shops!
Beyond the essentials, if vacation time is your time to shop 'til you drop, we totally understand. Explore the many boutiques here on Marco Island during your trip and shop to your heart's content!
Marco Island Shopping
Family-Friendly Activities
One of the biggest concerns for families when heading out on vacation is making sure your kids will be entertained on the trip. Luckily, that's no issue here.
There are plenty of family-friendly activities on Marco Island to choose from. Whether you want to explore water sports, go to the zoo, or spend time in a museum, you and your family will have a blast during your trip. Make memories to last a lifetime on Marco Island!
Family-Friendly Activities
The Best Restaurants on Marco Island
You can't visit Marco Island without trying some fresh-caught seafood! We're famous for it, and for good reason. If you're looking for amazing seafood on your Marco Island Vacation, we highly recommend the Snook Inn and the Oyster Society.
Other favorite local spots of ours include Sunset Grille, 844 Gulf & Prime, Island Gypsy Cafe & Bar, and Marco Island Brewery. Even if you're not a seafood lover, you'll still find incredibly appetizing meals at these award-winning restaurants. Plus, you can kick back and enjoy a nice craft beer at the brewery!
Marco Island Restaurants
