Sanibel Island takes you back to what vacation is all about. Connecting with family, exploring the world around, and relaxing all week long.
If you’re thinking about heading to Sanibel Island with your family this year, you won’t regret this decision. Sanibel Island, Florida is a family-friendly vacation destination and one of my favorites in the US.
There are so many activities to do with kids. Follow the photo story below to gather ideas that you may enjoy when vacationing on Sanibel Island.
Follow these recommendations and you will have a fantastic family vacation to Sanibel Island this year!
Rent A Convertable
There’s no better way to explore this tropical location that with the roof down and the wind in your face.
Go straight to the beach.
There is so much to explore right outside your hotel, both on the beach and in the water.
Your whole family will enjoy spending hours exploring all the creatures they find!
There are sand dollars, crabs, starfish, and shells as far as you can see!
Rent bikes and tour the island on the many paths and dirt roads.
The bike shops will deliver bikes to & from your resort!
Do the biking treasure hunt
It will have you exploring the island and the kids get a kick out of checking stop off!
Head to Jerry’s Supermarket and visit the Parrots.
Please tell Ceasar we said hello! If you’re lucky, you’ll get to see him “dance”!
Head to another beach and explore more shells
Remember to bring mesh bags to hold your shells!
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Book a chartered fishing trip
You never know what will be on the end of that line!
Drive Up To Captiva Island
Make sure to stay for the sunset. Captiva has the most beautiful sunsets!
Grab dinner or a drink at the Mucky Duck while in Captiva.
The outside area has a tiki bar, family friendly games, and lots of seating.
Try Dinner & Dancing At Traditions
Catch a Crab Racing Show at ‘Tween Waters
It’s fun for kids and adults! Make sure to get there early to get a seat at the table!
Grab a burger at CheeBurger CheeBurger
There is a burger contest where you can make the photo wall & get a photo with the big burger!
Then come back the next year & find yourself on the wall!
Rent a golf cart and drive the beautiful Sanibel Golf Course At Dusk. Grabbing Dinner there is a good idea too!
There is lots of wildlife to check out such as these iguanas!
Get Ice Cream
Spend Quality Family Time All Week Long
Have you been to Sanibel Island? What were your favorite things to do?!
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Kristie says
I have heard great things about Sanibel Island, and these photos look beautiful! Sounds like a fun family destination.
Create Kids Club says
Thanks, Kristie! It really is the ideal family destination for those looking to relax and explore what nature has to offer! 🙂
alison netzer says
I love the crab racing show, so fun!
Brianna says
These are great tips. Sanibel looks beautiful.
Create Kids Club says
Thanks, Brianna! It is one of my favorite destinations 🙂