A beautiful beach community, Naples and the neighbouring Marco Island have become known as the ‘finest town in Florida’. Find an eclectic mix of restaurants and shops, pristine beaches and the lush, adventure-filled Everglades right on its doorstep.
Perfect for a beach holiday on it's own, or as an add-on after a fun-filled trip to Orlando or Miami, the Paradise Coast will have you feeling relaxed in no-time, with great weather all year round. 30 miles of pristine beaches, over 90 golf courses, and excursions galore means you can do as much or as little as your like.
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Hotels in Naples and Marco Island
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Marco Island
The largest of the Ten Thousand Islands and just to the south of Naples, Marco Island is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches with access to the Gulf of Mexico and mangrove-lined estuaries of the Everglades. Offering both a sophisticated resort area on four miles of pristine coastline and a funky fishing village with a historic nautical community, water is a way of life for Marco Island residents and visitors.
Naples
A stylish community often referred to as the region's hub, Naples is known for its sophisticated downtown, effortlessly blending nature and glamour. Here you will find award-winning white-sandy beaches, famed golf courses, an impressive selection of restaurants serving fresh-off-the-dock seafood, boutique and designer shops, and many cultural attractions while retaining its intimate, small-town feel.
Explore the Everglades
The Everglades National Park is officially recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is part of the largest wetlands ecosystem in the US. Where the mainland meets the ocean, this western entrance is FREE and the best way to experience the wilderness is by the very many guided tours on offer - whether it's by airboat or kayak!
It's the only sub-tropical mangrove wilderness in the U.S, featuring endangered and rare wildlife species in their natural habitat, and the only place in the world where alligators and crocodiles cohabit, plus over 350 species of birds.
The Everglades is a straightforward drive from Naples/Marco Island and will take approximately 2 hours, making it an easy day trip for an experience like no other.
Essential information for Naples and Marco Island
Local time
+ 19hrs
Currently
Language
American English
Currency
US Dollar $
Official currency of the United States
Flight information
9-10h
Orlando / Miami / Tampa
Direct flight
Flight schedule
Direct flights from UK airports to Orlando, Miami and Tampa
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Do I need a visa?
To travel to the USA, you will need an ESTA visa. Please make sure that you have this approved at least 3 days before you head off on holiday.
Marco Island and Naples are a 2 hour drive from Miami, a 2 hour 30 minute drive from Tampa and a 4 hour drive from Orlandos.
Best way to get around
Getting around Florida’s Paradise Coast is easy. NaplesWaterShuttle is a fun and affordable water taxi ferrying people between waterfront bars and restaurants along Naples Bay. BeachBugz offers golf carts and Vespa rentals to scoot around town and ExtremeFamilyFunSpot is ideal for bike, boat, kayak and paddleboard rentals.
Things to do and see
Of course, no holiday to The Paradise Coast could possibly be complete without a trip to, well, the coast. Finding an incredible stretch of sand to relax on isn’t exactly difficult — with some of the top beaches in the country to be found here — but we want to ensure you find the perfect beach spot for you:
Florida’s Paradise Coast is known for the finer things in life, and its great shopping is one of the destination's most enticing aspects. From eclectic, one-of-a-kind accessories at stylish boutiques to top fashions at major malls to discounted designer finds at outlet centres.
Depending on when you visit, there’s a whole host of exciting events to experience in Naples and Marco Island. Here’s some highlights to add to your diary:
June-September
Every year, SummerJazz on the Gulf Concert Series comes to Naples. Fun and free, the concert line-up is always impressive.
October
If you're visiting in October, head to Old Naples Waterfront for the annual Stone Crab Festival for a weekend of food, games, and live music, all in honour of the Florida crab.
November
This is the perfect event for history boffs and culture lovers alike. Hosted by the Collier County Museum, the festival takes you on a journey back in time to discover over 10,000 years of Naples' history, with re-enactments, folk music, and storytelling, plus plenty of food to keep you going. Kids and adults will all enjoy this 2-day event.
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