Marcus & Bernie's Favorite Places
Tours & Sightseeing
Here are the top attractions in Bonita Springs and surrounding areas.
Beautiful 2.5 mile boardwalk nature tour. Perfect for those looking to enjoy a quiet afternoon with nature. Proceeds support the Audubon Society.
See exotic birds, landscape, critters and even alligators up close along the trail. (Don't worry, you're on a boardwalk safely away from the alligators)
Gorgeous gift shop with affordable souvenirs, adult and children's books, toys, t-shirts, scenic photos, pillows, paintings and handmade wood carvings made by local artists.
You will find many books and decor sold here are featured in our vacation homes!
Binoculars available for $3 rental fee.
Small aquarium located in the lobby.
Snacks and drinks available to purchase.
Restrooms on site.
93 locals recommend
Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary-ONLINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. NO WALK-INS
375 Sanctuary Rd WBeautiful 2.5 mile boardwalk nature tour. Perfect for those looking to enjoy a quiet afternoon with nature. Proceeds support the Audubon Society.
See exotic birds, landscape, critters and even alligators up close along the trail. (Don't worry, you're on a boardwalk safely away from the alligators)
Gorgeous gift shop with affordable souvenirs, adult and children's books, toys, t-shirts, scenic photos, pillows, paintings and handmade wood carvings made by local artists.
You will find many books and decor sold here are featured in our vacation homes!
Binoculars available for $3 rental fee.
Small aquarium located in the lobby.
Snacks and drinks available to purchase.
Restrooms on site.
A beautiful, interactive 3.5-acre botanical jungle full of native trees and plants and specimens from around the world. Bags of animal food available for sale so while exploring, you’ll be able to feed the gorgeous flamingos and peacocks by hand as well as visit with the rescued birds and reptiles who’ve found their forever homes.
Many birds are not caged which makes for fabulous photo opts.
This is a great, inexpensive experience for visitors of all ages.
Events include learning about the animals, live alligator feedings, etc.
You can also plan children's birthday parties and weddings here!
Visit their website for details.
https://evergladeswondergardens.com/history/
75 locals recommend
Everglades Wonder Gardens
27180 Old 41 RdA beautiful, interactive 3.5-acre botanical jungle full of native trees and plants and specimens from around the world. Bags of animal food available for sale so while exploring, you’ll be able to feed the gorgeous flamingos and peacocks by hand as well as visit with the rescued birds and reptiles who’ve found their forever homes.
Many birds are not caged which makes for fabulous photo opts.
This is a great, inexpensive experience for visitors of all ages.
Events include learning about the animals, live alligator feedings, etc.
You can also plan children's birthday parties and weddings here!
Visit their website for details.
https://evergladeswondergardens.com/history/
Naples Botanical Garden is truly a must see!! NBG is a 170-acre, world-class garden paradise that features plants from around the world. We are also the youngest garden in history to receive the American Public Gardens Association’s prestigious Award for Garden Excellence.
259 locals recommend
Naples Botanical Garden
4820 Bayshore DrNaples Botanical Garden is truly a must see!! NBG is a 170-acre, world-class garden paradise that features plants from around the world. We are also the youngest garden in history to receive the American Public Gardens Association’s prestigious Award for Garden Excellence.
Local Beaches and Water Sports
In this section you will find our recommendations for beaches and water activities within 30 mins drive to your vacation home.
Beautiful beach, clean modern facilities, picnic, kayaking, parasailing and more!
142 locals recommend
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park
Beautiful beach, clean modern facilities, picnic, kayaking, parasailing and more!
Naples Pier
25 12th Ave SGorgeous beach, fishing off of pier, clean facilities
Seaside Kayaking
10901 Palm Beach BoulevardDog Beach Park is a great place to take your dog! Includes sand bars, water and off leash running with other pups!
104 locals recommend
Bonita Beach Dog Park
8800 Estero BlvdDog Beach Park is a great place to take your dog! Includes sand bars, water and off leash running with other pups!
A white-sand beach combined with a feeling of seclusion is the main attraction at this beachfront park. Surf fishing is a favorite pastime for visitors. The beach is wide and clean and offers restrooms, picnic tables and showers. A ramp runs from the parking lot to the sand allowing accessibility for wheelchairs. Parking $2 per hour. Hours: sunrise to sunset.
10 locals recommend
Little Hickory Beach Park
26082 Hickory BlvdA white-sand beach combined with a feeling of seclusion is the main attraction at this beachfront park. Surf fishing is a favorite pastime for visitors. The beach is wide and clean and offers restrooms, picnic tables and showers. A ramp runs from the parking lot to the sand allowing accessibility for wheelchairs. Parking $2 per hour. Hours: sunrise to sunset.
Shopping
Fabulous shopping and dining experience. Unique shops and chain stores. Delicious restaurants. A must visit for a great day of shopping!
218 locals recommend
Coconut Point
23106 Fashion DrFabulous shopping and dining experience. Unique shops and chain stores. Delicious restaurants. A must visit for a great day of shopping!
Visit this fun outdoor outlet shopping center to get great deals on all of your favorite brands. Dine in one of their many restaurants.
349 locals recommend
Miromar Outlets
10801 Corkscrew RdVisit this fun outdoor outlet shopping center to get great deals on all of your favorite brands. Dine in one of their many restaurants.
Located in Bonita Springs, we feature Florida Oranges and Grapefruit from Indian River, vine ripe tomatoes, herbs, local honey, Davidson of Dundee Marmalades, and a variety of in-season Florida fruits and vegetables. During season, we carry Plant City strawberries, peaches, “Strawberry” onions, blueberries, and avocados.
30 locals recommend
Flamingo Island Flea Market
11902 Bonita Beach Rd SELocated in Bonita Springs, we feature Florida Oranges and Grapefruit from Indian River, vine ripe tomatoes, herbs, local honey, Davidson of Dundee Marmalades, and a variety of in-season Florida fruits and vegetables. During season, we carry Plant City strawberries, peaches, “Strawberry” onions, blueberries, and avocados.
Local Attractions
This wonderful local park is home to many great events. On the Southern portion of Riverside Park, you will find a Bandshell for live performances such as big band, jazz & classical music concerts & plays.
Other events include art and food festivals and a weekly farmer's market.
Some of the recent events include Celebrate Bonita, Star Spangled Bonita, Taste of Bonita, Movies in the Park and many more!
Be sure to check out their Events Page to see what's coming up next! Events scheduled for almost every weekend of the year.
A Veteran's Brick walkway and Veteran's Memorial are also placed here as a remembrance of those that have served their Country.
There is ample green space for picnics, benches for relaxing, a beautiful fountain and two picnic shelters.
Some events are free and others have a fee. Bring one of the beach chairs we provide and a cooler, sit back, relax and enjoy the show!
For an little added adventure, you can hop in a kayak and paddle down the Imperial River to get to the park!
http://bonitasprings.hosted.civiclive.com/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11726542&pageId=13788734
13 locals recommend
Riverside Park
10450 Reynolds StThis wonderful local park is home to many great events. On the Southern portion of Riverside Park, you will find a Bandshell for live performances such as big band, jazz & classical music concerts & plays.
Other events include art and food festivals and a weekly farmer's market.
Some of the recent events include Celebrate Bonita, Star Spangled Bonita, Taste of Bonita, Movies in the Park and many more!
Be sure to check out their Events Page to see what's coming up next! Events scheduled for almost every weekend of the year.
A Veteran's Brick walkway and Veteran's Memorial are also placed here as a remembrance of those that have served their Country.
There is ample green space for picnics, benches for relaxing, a beautiful fountain and two picnic shelters.
Some events are free and others have a fee. Bring one of the beach chairs we provide and a cooler, sit back, relax and enjoy the show!
For an little added adventure, you can hop in a kayak and paddle down the Imperial River to get to the park!
http://bonitasprings.hosted.civiclive.com/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11726542&pageId=13788734
Casinos & Gambling, Fun & Games, Horse Tracks
10 locals recommend
Naples Fort Myers Greyhound Racing & Poker
10601 Bonita Beach Rd SECasinos & Gambling, Fun & Games, Horse Tracks
Farmer Mike's U-Pick is a small locally owned fruit and vegetable farm located at 26031 Morton Ave Bonita Springs FL. Specializing in homegrown fruits and vegetables Farmer Mike's is known for the freshest produce, and best "From the Farm" lunches in southwest florida. Farmer Mike's U-Pick is open seasonally Oct-May.
6 locals recommend
Farmer Mikes U Pick
26031 Morton AveFarmer Mike's U-Pick is a small locally owned fruit and vegetable farm located at 26031 Morton Ave Bonita Springs FL. Specializing in homegrown fruits and vegetables Farmer Mike's is known for the freshest produce, and best "From the Farm" lunches in southwest florida. Farmer Mike's U-Pick is open seasonally Oct-May.
Food, art and music festivals all year round. Bring your own beach chair for a free concert on the green.
For event schedule, check out the website below
lifeinbonitasprings. com/blog/downtown-bonita-springs-riverside-park-calendar-events-2022-2023/
13 locals recommend
Riverside Park
10450 Reynolds StFood, art and music festivals all year round. Bring your own beach chair for a free concert on the green.
For event schedule, check out the website below
lifeinbonitasprings. com/blog/downtown-bonita-springs-riverside-park-calendar-events-2022-2023/
Dining
(Close due to storm. Call for reopening date)
Local cuisine, Pizza, American, Bar, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly
122 locals recommend
Doc's Beach House
27908 Hickory Blvd(Close due to storm. Call for reopening date)
Local cuisine, Pizza, American, Bar, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly
Details
CUISINES
Seafood, American, Bar
SPECIAL DIETS
Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
MEALS
Lunch, Dinner
75 locals recommend
The Fish House Restaurant
4685 Bonita Beach Rd SWDetails
CUISINES
Seafood, American, Bar
SPECIAL DIETS
Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
MEALS
Lunch, Dinner
Food and ambience
Local cuisine, American, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
17 locals recommend
Watermark Grille
11280 Tamiami Trail NFood and ambience
Local cuisine, American, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
Food and ambience:
High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails & pork chops.
American, Steakhouse, Gluten Free Options
14 locals recommend
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
8985 Tamiami Trail NorthFood and ambience:
High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails & pork chops.
American, Steakhouse, Gluten Free Options
Food and ambience
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Persian, Fusion, Healthy
22 locals recommend
BHA! BHA! Persian Bistro
865 5th Ave SFood and ambience
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Persian, Fusion, Healthy
Food and ambience
Mexican, Southwestern, Latin, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
28 locals recommend
Iguana Mia Mexican of Bonita Springs
28051 S Tamiami TrailFood and ambience
Mexican, Southwestern, Latin, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
Serving breakfast and lunch, this local gem is one of my favorite places to get a quick, inexpensive and delicious meal!
Teri's Diner
28100 Imperial PkwyServing breakfast and lunch, this local gem is one of my favorite places to get a quick, inexpensive and delicious meal!
Truly a local favorite for breakfast, lunch and brunch. CUISINES
American, Cafe
SPECIAL DIETS
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
57 locals recommend
Skillets
9174 Bonita Beach Rd SE Truly a local favorite for breakfast, lunch and brunch. CUISINES
American, Cafe
SPECIAL DIETS
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
A true delight! Coconut Jack's is great little spot to enjoy Local cuisine, American, Caribbean, Bar, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly
113 locals recommend
Coconut Jack's Waterfront Grille
5370 Bonita Beach Rd SWA true delight! Coconut Jack's is great little spot to enjoy Local cuisine, American, Caribbean, Bar, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly
My favorite place to enjoy
Peruvian, Sushi, Asian, Thai and Japanese dishes.
Many Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan and Gluten Free Options
12 locals recommend
Komoon Thai Sushi & Ceviche - Bonita Springs
3300 Bonita Beach Rd SWMy favorite place to enjoy
Peruvian, Sushi, Asian, Thai and Japanese dishes.
Many Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan and Gluten Free Options
Craft Cocktail and Dessert Lounge with a 1930's vibe, located in the historic downtown Bonita Springs area.
Chartreuse Craft Cocktail Lounge
Craft Cocktail and Dessert Lounge with a 1930's vibe, located in the historic downtown Bonita Springs area.
Experience some of the best in International dinner dishes with a French influence, American contemporary appetizers, fresh salads using locally produced products, home made soups, including our signature French Onion, match this with a perfectly selected wine list in our appealing wine bar with its nautical blues, billowing white curtains and French bistro-style design and your dinner date should be certain to be a successful night to remember.
New American fare, tapas & fine wines served in a modern, neon-lit space with outdoor seating.
24 locals recommend
C Level Bistro & Wine Bar
4450 Bonita Beach Rd SWExperience some of the best in International dinner dishes with a French influence, American contemporary appetizers, fresh salads using locally produced products, home made soups, including our signature French Onion, match this with a perfectly selected wine list in our appealing wine bar with its nautical blues, billowing white curtains and French bistro-style design and your dinner date should be certain to be a successful night to remember.
New American fare, tapas & fine wines served in a modern, neon-lit space with outdoor seating.
Fun Activities for Adults and Families
This place is amazing!! Bowling, arcade, pool, bar and great food. A high energy, local favorite with 3 locations.
Visit website for more locations and to book your lane.
8 locals recommend
HeadPinz
8525 Radio LnThis place is amazing!! Bowling, arcade, pool, bar and great food. A high energy, local favorite with 3 locations.
Visit website for more locations and to book your lane.
Coral Cay Adventure Golf
2205 Tamiami Trail EA great mini golf experience for the entire family!!
You will not regret visiting the Naples Zoo!! A wonder experience for adults and children alike. Visit their website for events.
407 locals recommend
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens
1590 Goodlette-Frank RdYou will not regret visiting the Naples Zoo!! A wonder experience for adults and children alike. Visit their website for events.
SCUBAdventures Naples
971 Creech RdBonita Springs Community Pool
26890 Pine AveA cheap and close public pool.
Gaming & Gambling
I really enjoy going to Coastal Bingo!! Amy, the owner, is so friendly and sweet. They have so many unique games and great events. Prizes range from $50-$500! Video and paper bingo available, video poker,really great snack bar. It's a lot of fun. 18+ to play.
Coastal Bingo
I really enjoy going to Coastal Bingo!! Amy, the owner, is so friendly and sweet. They have so many unique games and great events. Prizes range from $50-$500! Video and paper bingo available, video poker,really great snack bar. It's a lot of fun. 18+ to play.