Marco Island

From the east coast of South Florida, drivers can take Interstate 75 (Alligator Alley) westbound into the Naples-Marco Island Metropolitan Area. Drivers coming from the north can also take I-75 southbound.
There are no commercial airports within a short drive of Marco Island. The nearest international airports are in Fort Lauderdale (east), Miami (southeast), and Sarasota-Bradenton (north).

Marco Island is easily navigable by car and bicycle. It is also a great walking town, and pedestrians will appreciate the additional safety measure provided by large flashing signs at designated crosswalks.

The main highlight of Marco Island is the white-sand beach. Depending on the time of year you visit, it is rarely overly crowded (except on occasion outside of the major resorts), and aside from the water you can check out the countless seashells lining the shore. On a clear day, the view of the sunset is spectacular from the Marco Island beach.

Marco Island offers many activities. Some of them are as follows:

• Rent a boat and go sailing or fishing on the Gulf.
• Swim and/or sunbathe on the beach. The Gulf waters are refreshingly calm and cool.
• Go for a walk along Tigertail Beach, at the northern tip of Marco Island. You can check out the lagoon and the interesting wildlife there.
• Go para-sailing on the ocean. The ride is fun and the aerial views are incredible.
• Go biking or rollerblading along the streets of the island.
• Play golf or tennis at your hotel or at one of the city's recreational centers.

There is a variety of restaurants on the island. These range from the formal Italian cuisine found at Da Vinci's, to a more casual Mexican style found in Nacho Mama's.

There are a few bars in Marco Island, though the town itself is not much of a drinker's destination. For more options and variety, head north to Naples.

• Marco Island Florida Vacation Rentals

  address: 181 Bonita Ct.
  Spacious waterfront vacation homes with heated pools and beautiful water views, located in quiet neighborhoods.

• Horizons Rentals of Marco Island

  address: 661 South Collier Blvd
  Service offering dozens of vacation rentals (homes, condos, and more).

• JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort

  phone: +1 239-394-2511
  address: 400 S. Collier Blvd
  Recently renovated and expanded as of 2017, this family-friendly resort hotel is now a JW Marriott property, located right on the beach.

• Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort

  phone: +1 855-271-3621
  address: 560 S. Collier Boulevard
  Hilton resort with oversize guestrooms, beach activities, and more.

• Marco Beach Ocean Resort

  phone: +1-800-715-8517
  address: 480 S. Collier Boulevard
  Luxury hotel.

• Naples - A charming waterfront city, located about 20 miles (32 km) north of Marco Island.