The story goes that Thomas Edison was cruising down the Caloosahatchee River when he spotted Fort Myers and immediately purchased 13 acres. Book a Fort Myers vacation rental near the city center and you might be able to walk to his winter retreat, Seminole Lodge, the perfect place to learn about Edison's work and visit his restored lab. Henry Ford's winter estate is next-door and also open to the public. To keep little ones in your party happy on a rainy day, take a trip to the Imaginarium, a museum of hands-on exhibits that help kids explore scientific concepts.
People come to Fort Myers to relax, take it slow, and give themselves time to soak up all that warm weather. Stroll through downtown on the picturesque main road or on side streets lined with palms, or sign up for a guided tour hosted by a well-versed local expert from the Southwest Florida Museum of History. Hone your golf and tennis skills, take a dolphin-watching cruise or a sunset boat ride on the Gulf of Mexico. Day trips to the pristine beaches of nearby Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, or the Captiva Islands are a popular pastime.
The tropical savanna climate in Fort Myers creates a warm-weather atmosphere that's inviting all year long. Summer is the most popular season for visitors. Temps hit the 90s and rainy days are common, so bring your rain gear and look for a Fort Myers vacation rental with air conditioning. Winter earns a close second in the popularity contest. Average temps don't sink below the 60s, and walks on the beach are still pleasant. If you're looking for fewer crowds and bargain rates, book in spring or fall.
Set on the Caloosahatchee River and speckled with dozens of ponds, Fort Myers is a wetland wonder. Manatee Park is set around one of the rivers tributaries and provides access to a fan favorite: the shy, slow-moving, 100-pound manatee. They're easiest to spot in winter, but in summer, visitors can still enjoy the butterfly garden. The area has tons of rivers made for kayaking and canoeing. Watch out for alligators and some of Southern Florida's 250 bird species. Boat charters take nature lovers out to the Gulf of Mexico to look for dolphins or catch redfish, snook, and snapper.
Fly into Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.), the closest airport, located 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Punta Gorda, FL (PGD-Charlotte County), which is 20.6 mi (33.1 km) away.
Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 8,533 vacation rentals around Fort Myers. From 4,484 house rentals to 110 hotel rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.
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Vrbo offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in Fort Myers. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:
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