Museums and Nature Centers:

Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum (239) 395-2233
The only one of its kind in the US! Exhibits related to shells, shell art, fossil shells, and local shelling.

"Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge
One of the top ten birding spots in the nation.

Mel Fisher's Treasure Exhibit (239) 395-3473
See the treasure of the sunken Spanish galleon, the Nuesta Senora de Atocha, including gold, silver and "pieces of eight."

Everglades Day Safari (239) 472-1559
Enjoy a guided eco-tour of the Big Cypress preserve and Everglades outback.

There is no shortage of things to do during your visit to Captiva Island. There are numerous attractions on Captiva Island, and neighboring Sanibel, that include boat tours, snorkeling, kayaking, biking, nature tours, museums and much, much more.

Sailing/Boat Rentals/Cruises:

Captiva Cruises (239) 472-5300
Cruise to local island destinations or select a "Photo safari cruise."

New Moon Sailing (239) 395 1782
Day sailing on board a private sailing sloop along the Lee Island Coast.

Paradise Holiday Rentals (239) 645-4217
Powerboat and waterski rentals by the day or week.

Adventures in Paradise (239) 472-8443
Cruises and tours by sailboat, canoe and kayak.

Bicycle Rentals:

Billy's Rentals (800) 575-8717
Rent bicycles, surrey bikes, and jogging strollers. Free delivery. Segway tours available as well!

Finnimore's Cycle Shop (239) 472-5577
Bikes, inline skates, child trailers and more. Free delivery on multi-day rentals.

The Bike Route (941) 472-1955
Road, mountain, hybrid and tandem bikes. Car racks also available.