Bonita Springs guidebook
Food scene
Mr. Big Fish
754 Neapolitan WayIncredible Service and FOOD!
ook no further than around the corner for fantastic seafood at excellent prices with tremendous service! Their menu caters to all food preferences: low carb, gluten free, and vegetarian. Excellent Fish!
75 locals recommend
The Fish House Restaurant
4685 Bonita Beach Rd SWook no further than around the corner for fantastic seafood at excellent prices with tremendous service! Their menu caters to all food preferences: low carb, gluten free, and vegetarian. Excellent Fish!
Bottomless Mussels $25pp Mon-Thurs 4-6 pm; Martini Hour Nightly 5-6pm with $7 Signature Martinis at the BAR ONLY; Ladies Night on Wednesday with $10 Bottomless Wines 5-8pm.; Prix Fixe Early Wine & Dine Menu $60 per couple - see Website to see offering. Good THING it’s just around the corner also! You can walk home!
A rustic Italian Restaurant. Since 1985, Enzo's goal has been to share its cultured passion for quality fine foods & wines with its dining community.
19 locals recommend
Enzo's Italian Restaurant
4351 Bonita Beach Rd SWBottomless Mussels $25pp Mon-Thurs 4-6 pm; Martini Hour Nightly 5-6pm with $7 Signature Martinis at the BAR ONLY; Ladies Night on Wednesday with $10 Bottomless Wines 5-8pm.; Prix Fixe Early Wine & Dine Menu $60 per couple - see Website to see offering. Good THING it’s just around the corner also! You can walk home!
A rustic Italian Restaurant. Since 1985, Enzo's goal has been to share its cultured passion for quality fine foods & wines with its dining community.
Don’t forget about ICE CREAM!!!! Over the years, Royal Scoop Homemade Ice Cream has become a Bonita Tradition! We like to say, we have been “time tested and taste bud approved”! We make the richest, most flavorful products and provide unmatched customer service. Our homemade ice cream is served in dipping stores, restaurants, country clubs and assisted living facilities throughout the area.
30 locals recommend
Royal Scoop Homemade Ice Cream
15 8th StDon’t forget about ICE CREAM!!!! Over the years, Royal Scoop Homemade Ice Cream has become a Bonita Tradition! We like to say, we have been “time tested and taste bud approved”! We make the richest, most flavorful products and provide unmatched customer service. Our homemade ice cream is served in dipping stores, restaurants, country clubs and assisted living facilities throughout the area.
A gourmet shopping extravaganza unlike any other and a “must visit” on a trip to Naples, FL. Huge selections of practically anything edible. Top quality throughout, incredible wine, seafood, meat, vegetables, ice cream, baked goods, places to eat, and even face painting and a playroom for children! Unlike any other food shopping experience and fresh from the farm.
90 locals recommend
Oakes Farms Seed to Table Market
4835 Immokalee RdA gourmet shopping extravaganza unlike any other and a “must visit” on a trip to Naples, FL. Huge selections of practically anything edible. Top quality throughout, incredible wine, seafood, meat, vegetables, ice cream, baked goods, places to eat, and even face painting and a playroom for children! Unlike any other food shopping experience and fresh from the farm.
Incredible food! A hidden gem with great happy hour prices on food & spirits!
12 locals recommend
Hogfish Harry's Restaurant + Bar
600 Neapolitan WayIncredible food! A hidden gem with great happy hour prices on food & spirits!
Neighborhoods
Bonita Shores is an established community of single-family homes located in Bonita Springs. As one of Bonita Springs earliest developments, Bonita Shores has old Florida charm throughout the community.
Community amenities include a clubhouse and a boat launch with access to Hickory Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Residents enjoy biking from Bonita Shores to the nearby Gulf beaches.
Bonita Shores is located in Bonita Springs and is bounded Bonita Beach Road to the north, Vanderbilt Beach Road to the east, Audubon Country Club to the south and West Avenue to the west. The Imperial Shores neighborhood is located directly across Bonita Beach Road to the north.
Bonita Shores
Bonita Shores is an established community of single-family homes located in Bonita Springs. As one of Bonita Springs earliest developments, Bonita Shores has old Florida charm throughout the community.
Community amenities include a clubhouse and a boat launch with access to Hickory Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Residents enjoy biking from Bonita Shores to the nearby Gulf beaches.
Bonita Shores is located in Bonita Springs and is bounded Bonita Beach Road to the north, Vanderbilt Beach Road to the east, Audubon Country Club to the south and West Avenue to the west. The Imperial Shores neighborhood is located directly across Bonita Beach Road to the north.
Things to do
A local award-winning miniature golf course, considers itself to be more than just a game. Instead, it considers itself to be an adventure packed with fun memories for the entire family. Each hole is specifically designed to reflect natural environmental attractions, and the course as a whole takes players through a diverse collection of challenges. There are tranquil waterfalls, caves filled with mystery, and even tropical rainforests for players to explore alongside the course’s avatars, Stanley and Livingstone.
23 locals recommend
Congo River Golf
24270 S Tamiami TrailA local award-winning miniature golf course, considers itself to be more than just a game. Instead, it considers itself to be an adventure packed with fun memories for the entire family. Each hole is specifically designed to reflect natural environmental attractions, and the course as a whole takes players through a diverse collection of challenges. There are tranquil waterfalls, caves filled with mystery, and even tropical rainforests for players to explore alongside the course’s avatars, Stanley and Livingstone.
Depending on the time of year, guests who visit can expect anything from fresh strawberries to fresh corn, tomatoes, bell peppers, and more. A visit to this farm typically entails wandering the rows of fresh produce and fruit while carrying a basket to fill at the guests leisure with whatever catches their eye. There is nothing fresher than right off the plant, and guests can find that, and more, from Farmer Mike’s U Pick. At various times of the year there are special events, like a giant corn maze, pumpkin patch, and even a fall festival filled with tasty treats and activities.
6 locals recommend
Farmer Mikes U Pick
26031 Morton AveDepending on the time of year, guests who visit can expect anything from fresh strawberries to fresh corn, tomatoes, bell peppers, and more. A visit to this farm typically entails wandering the rows of fresh produce and fruit while carrying a basket to fill at the guests leisure with whatever catches their eye. There is nothing fresher than right off the plant, and guests can find that, and more, from Farmer Mike’s U Pick. At various times of the year there are special events, like a giant corn maze, pumpkin patch, and even a fall festival filled with tasty treats and activities.
11902 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs, FL 34135, Phone: 239-948-7799
One of Bonita Springs premier weekend shopping destinations. Featuring over 600 booths, from clothing to hand crafted arts, jewelry, food, and more, customers at Flamingo Island Flea Market can almost always find what they are looking for. The Flamingo Island Flea Market has plenty of special events throughout the year so be sure to check out their calendar before scheduling a visit.
30 locals recommend
Flamingo Island Flea Market
11902 Bonita Beach Rd SE11902 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs, FL 34135, Phone: 239-948-7799
One of Bonita Springs premier weekend shopping destinations. Featuring over 600 booths, from clothing to hand crafted arts, jewelry, food, and more, customers at Flamingo Island Flea Market can almost always find what they are looking for. The Flamingo Island Flea Market has plenty of special events throughout the year so be sure to check out their calendar before scheduling a visit.
Bonita Springs Farmers Market
26795 S Bay Dr, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Every Saturday from 8am through noon, October through April, guests are invited to shop, eat, and partake. The market itself is situated in the Bonita Bay community, very near to The Promenade Shopping Center. There are a large number of stalls, and the merchandise available ranges from fresh fruits and vegetables to cut flowers, take home plants, baked goods, seafood, locally sourced honey, and more. There are vendors selling freshly prepared food for breakfast and lunch, vendors selling prepared drinks, and even a small collection of artists and crafters showcasing their merchandise.
LOCAL ROOTS FARMERS MARKET
26795 S Bay DrBonita Springs Farmers Market
26795 S Bay Dr, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Every Saturday from 8am through noon, October through April, guests are invited to shop, eat, and partake. The market itself is situated in the Bonita Bay community, very near to The Promenade Shopping Center. There are a large number of stalls, and the merchandise available ranges from fresh fruits and vegetables to cut flowers, take home plants, baked goods, seafood, locally sourced honey, and more. There are vendors selling freshly prepared food for breakfast and lunch, vendors selling prepared drinks, and even a small collection of artists and crafters showcasing their merchandise.
27908 Hickory Blvd, Bonita Springs, FL 34135, Phone: 239-825-7559
Fun for the whole family, providing a unique and quintessential Florida experience on the water. The company has been in operation since 1988 and has long since worked out the best practice to make their customers as happy as possible. They are located near to Doc’s Beach House Restaurant and provide water sports fun for adults and children alike. Although they specialize in jet ski rentals and parasail expeditions, they also offer guided tours, dolphin sighting trips, and more. Customers who prefer to take things into their own hands may enjoy renting a paddle board, kayak, paddle boat, or even a Hobie Cat sailboat to explore on their own.
27 locals recommend
Bonita Jetski & Parasail
27908 Hickory Blvd27908 Hickory Blvd, Bonita Springs, FL 34135, Phone: 239-825-7559
Fun for the whole family, providing a unique and quintessential Florida experience on the water. The company has been in operation since 1988 and has long since worked out the best practice to make their customers as happy as possible. They are located near to Doc’s Beach House Restaurant and provide water sports fun for adults and children alike. Although they specialize in jet ski rentals and parasail expeditions, they also offer guided tours, dolphin sighting trips, and more. Customers who prefer to take things into their own hands may enjoy renting a paddle board, kayak, paddle boat, or even a Hobie Cat sailboat to explore on their own.
Big Hickory Island, Bonita Springs Water Tower, FL 34134, Phone: 239-601-6974
Originally founded by Jo and Glenn Novotny, and the company focuses on eco-friendly guided tours for children and adults alike. The company has been providing kayak tours since 2007, and typically offer sessions that range between 2-3 hours or go for the whole day. They offer both kayaks for independent rent as well as guided tours, depending on the needs and desires of the client. The guides are knowledgeable on all the local flora and fauna and are more than happy to cater the expedition to fit the expectations of the guests.
Adventures Kayaking
Big Hickory Island, Bonita Springs Water Tower, FL 34134, Phone: 239-601-6974
Originally founded by Jo and Glenn Novotny, and the company focuses on eco-friendly guided tours for children and adults alike. The company has been providing kayak tours since 2007, and typically offer sessions that range between 2-3 hours or go for the whole day. They offer both kayaks for independent rent as well as guided tours, depending on the needs and desires of the client. The guides are knowledgeable on all the local flora and fauna and are more than happy to cater the expedition to fit the expectations of the guests.
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center’s Dalton Discovery Center features a touch tank, a live sea turtle display, a 5,000-gallon patch-reef aquarium, daily nature programs, free electric boat rides and wildlife hospital exhibits. Abundant learning opportunities for the entire family
36 locals recommend
Conservancy of Southwest Florida
1495 Smith Preserve WayThe Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center’s Dalton Discovery Center features a touch tank, a live sea turtle display, a 5,000-gallon patch-reef aquarium, daily nature programs, free electric boat rides and wildlife hospital exhibits. Abundant learning opportunities for the entire family
5,000 sq. ft. farmer’s market-inspired store in North Naples and find fresh produce from our farms, a butcher shop, fish market, 2-story wine section, full-service bakery, several restaurants & food kiosks, ice cream shop, a cafe, juice & smoothie bar, wine bar, large deli, cheese section, sushi bar, large all-organic section, ready-made meals, playground for the kids, and fresh garden center with plants/herbs/flowers.
90 locals recommend
Oakes Farms Seed to Table Market
4835 Immokalee Rd5,000 sq. ft. farmer’s market-inspired store in North Naples and find fresh produce from our farms, a butcher shop, fish market, 2-story wine section, full-service bakery, several restaurants & food kiosks, ice cream shop, a cafe, juice & smoothie bar, wine bar, large deli, cheese section, sushi bar, large all-organic section, ready-made meals, playground for the kids, and fresh garden center with plants/herbs/flowers.
Sightseeing
503 Barefoot Beach Blvd Bonita Springs, FL 34134
With over 342 acres of natural lands accessible to visitors, Collier County’s Barefoot Beach Preserve is one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands located along Florida’s southwest coastline. The preserve is open for sunbathers, swimmers, joggers, and more, and has a few access points through which guests can enter. There are facilities at a nearby beach, including restrooms, showers, concession stands, and additional parking. The Barefoot Beach Preserve is home to numerous animal species, so guests are encouraged to treat any wildlife they encounter with respect by not feeding them and keeping their distance.
79 locals recommend
Barefoot Beach Preserve
505 Barefoot Beach Blvd503 Barefoot Beach Blvd Bonita Springs, FL 34134
With over 342 acres of natural lands accessible to visitors, Collier County’s Barefoot Beach Preserve is one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands located along Florida’s southwest coastline. The preserve is open for sunbathers, swimmers, joggers, and more, and has a few access points through which guests can enter. There are facilities at a nearby beach, including restrooms, showers, concession stands, and additional parking. The Barefoot Beach Preserve is home to numerous animal species, so guests are encouraged to treat any wildlife they encounter with respect by not feeding them and keeping their distance.
27180 Old 41 Rd. Bonita Springs, Florida 34135, Phone: 239-992-2591
Originally opened in 1936, a dream project between Bill and Lester Piper, brothers, who wanted to establish a Reptile Garden for tourists visiting the area. This small project eventually grew and grew, as it was the perfect pitstop for people passing through on the Tamiami Trail. The wildlife in the gardens, as well as the botanical exhibits, continued to grow and thrive, providing guests with a chance to experience diverse Floridian plants, animals, and more.
75 locals recommend
Everglades Wonder Gardens
27180 Old 41 Rd27180 Old 41 Rd. Bonita Springs, Florida 34135, Phone: 239-992-2591
Originally opened in 1936, a dream project between Bill and Lester Piper, brothers, who wanted to establish a Reptile Garden for tourists visiting the area. This small project eventually grew and grew, as it was the perfect pitstop for people passing through on the Tamiami Trail. The wildlife in the gardens, as well as the botanical exhibits, continued to grow and thrive, providing guests with a chance to experience diverse Floridian plants, animals, and more.
Beaches
27954 Hickory Blvd., Bonita Springs, FL 34134
This beautiful beach front park is on the southern tip of Bonita Beach. It offers a variety of amenities. You will find restrooms, shelters with tables and grills, and a sand volleyball court. Parking is available for $2 per hour. Lee County Parking Stickers are not accepted at this park.
34 locals recommend
Bonita Beach Park
27954 Hickory Blvd27954 Hickory Blvd., Bonita Springs, FL 34134
This beautiful beach front park is on the southern tip of Bonita Beach. It offers a variety of amenities. You will find restrooms, shelters with tables and grills, and a sand volleyball court. Parking is available for $2 per hour. Lee County Parking Stickers are not accepted at this park.
8700 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
Lovers Key is a 2.5-mile stretch of beautiful beach along the shore of the Gulf of Mexico. It was selected as the No. 4 beach in Florida by the Travel Channel.
A courtesy tram is available to the south beach where a gazebo, restroom and picnic area are located.
A beautiful walk over two bridges takes you to the mid-portion of the beach, which is left natural with no facilities. The north beach is accessible through the north honor gate at Big Carlos Pass.
We suggest you explore all three areas of the beach and discover their unique attributes.
280 locals recommend
Lovers Key State Park
8700 Estero Blvd8700 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
Lovers Key is a 2.5-mile stretch of beautiful beach along the shore of the Gulf of Mexico. It was selected as the No. 4 beach in Florida by the Travel Channel.
A courtesy tram is available to the south beach where a gazebo, restroom and picnic area are located.
A beautiful walk over two bridges takes you to the mid-portion of the beach, which is left natural with no facilities. The north beach is accessible through the north honor gate at Big Carlos Pass.
We suggest you explore all three areas of the beach and discover their unique attributes.
26082 Hickory Blvd Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Also known as access #10, Little Hickory Island Park is in an isolated location just off Little Hickory Island with public restrooms, shelters, picnic tables and a great view of the gulf. Accessible parking is available. Parking fee is $2 per hour. Lee County Parking Stickers are accepted at this access. Bon Fires are not permitted per the Bonita Springs Fire Department. A Saltwater Fishing License is required to saltwater fish from shore. There is no fee for Florida residents.
10 locals recommend
Little Hickory Beach Park
26082 Hickory Blvd26082 Hickory Blvd Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Also known as access #10, Little Hickory Island Park is in an isolated location just off Little Hickory Island with public restrooms, shelters, picnic tables and a great view of the gulf. Accessible parking is available. Parking fee is $2 per hour. Lee County Parking Stickers are accepted at this access. Bon Fires are not permitted per the Bonita Springs Fire Department. A Saltwater Fishing License is required to saltwater fish from shore. There is no fee for Florida residents.
Fort Myers Beach
Barefoot Beach Road off of Bonita Beach Road.
$8 to park. Go all of the way through gated community, follow signs to beach!
Though it’s easy to reach, Barefoot Beach makes you feel miles away from highways and highrises. It’s one of the last undeveloped barrier islands on Florida’s southwest coast.
Barefoot Beach Preserve County Park is located at the end of Barefoot Beach Road off of Bonita Beach Road — 15 minutes west of I-75. To reach the park, you wind through a residential community of million-dollar homes.
92 locals recommend
Barefoot Beach
Barefoot Beach Road off of Bonita Beach Road.
$8 to park. Go all of the way through gated community, follow signs to beach!
Though it’s easy to reach, Barefoot Beach makes you feel miles away from highways and highrises. It’s one of the last undeveloped barrier islands on Florida’s southwest coast.
Barefoot Beach Preserve County Park is located at the end of Barefoot Beach Road off of Bonita Beach Road — 15 minutes west of I-75. To reach the park, you wind through a residential community of million-dollar homes.