Janet's Guidebook

Janet
Janet's Guidebook

Neighborhoods

Marco Island Home to some of the world's most beautiful beaches, Marco Island offers access to both the Gulf of Mexico and the mangrove-lined estuaries of the Ten Thousand Islands. Marco Island's mood shifts from sophisticated resort area to historic and funky fishing village. Boating is a way of life here; many homes and rentals are on the water. Bring your appetite for seafood, which you can catch yourself or find at a local restaurant. For hidden gems, seek out the picturesque waterfront restaurants in the communities of Goodland and Isles of Capri.
123 locals recommend
Marco Island
123 locals recommend
Marco Island Home to some of the world's most beautiful beaches, Marco Island offers access to both the Gulf of Mexico and the mangrove-lined estuaries of the Ten Thousand Islands. Marco Island's mood shifts from sophisticated resort area to historic and funky fishing village. Boating is a way of life here; many homes and rentals are on the water. Bring your appetite for seafood, which you can catch yourself or find at a local restaurant. For hidden gems, seek out the picturesque waterfront restaurants in the communities of Goodland and Isles of Capri.

My Favorite Restaurants

I love their pizza. This has an outside deck on the water
28 locals recommend
The SpeakEasy Marco Island
1106 N Collier Blvd
28 locals recommend
I love their pizza. This has an outside deck on the water
Great appetizers and drink specials only at the bar. Must get there before 4:30 to get a seat.
42 locals recommend
Da Vinci Ristorante Italiano
599 S Collier Blvd
42 locals recommend
Great appetizers and drink specials only at the bar. Must get there before 4:30 to get a seat.
Located in Old Marco, cute tavern, entertainment and awesome food, especially vegetarian dishes
7 locals recommend
The Boardroom Tavern
174 Royal Palm Drive
7 locals recommend
Located in Old Marco, cute tavern, entertainment and awesome food, especially vegetarian dishes
Great food
16 locals recommend
Smith House
210 Royal Palm Dr
16 locals recommend
Great food
The only place on the island to get a good variety of craft beers.
24 locals recommend
Marco Island Brewery
1089 N Collier Blvd
24 locals recommend
The only place on the island to get a good variety of craft beers.
More upscale, but delicious seafood
32 locals recommend
Fin Bistro
657 S Collier Blvd
32 locals recommend
More upscale, but delicious seafood
Can walk from the house, usually has outside entertainment, I like their pizza too!
24 locals recommend
Sami's
227 N Collier Blvd
24 locals recommend
Can walk from the house, usually has outside entertainment, I like their pizza too!

Casual outdoor dining on the water

The stack crab or tuna tower appetizer is so good
34 locals recommend
Dolphin Tiki Bar & Grill
1021 Anglers Cove
34 locals recommend
The stack crab or tuna tower appetizer is so good
31 locals recommend
Island Gypsy Cafe & Marina Bar
292 Capri Blvd
31 locals recommend
Awesome seafood right from the boats. This is in Goodland, a small fishing village on the outskirts of Marco.
32 locals recommend
Little Bar Restaurant
205 Harbor Pl N
32 locals recommend
Awesome seafood right from the boats. This is in Goodland, a small fishing village on the outskirts of Marco.
Also in goodland, more of a local crowd.
13 locals recommend
Crabby Lady Restaurant
123 Bayshore Way
13 locals recommend
Also in goodland, more of a local crowd.

City advice

Getting around

Beaches

There are 2 public beaches on the island. Tigertail off Hernando Drive with ample parking and South Beach neat Cape Marco with limited parking. Parking is also available at the Turtle lot parking where there is Beach access at Crystal shores. Another beach access point is Madeira, located between the Royal Seafarer and the Madeira condos at 350 South Collier blvd.