Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in North Captiva Island

"Travel to the eastern tip of Sanibel Island to reach Lighthouse Beach and Fishing Pier, which is owned and operated by the city and encompasses 32 acres of beachfront property. A fishing pier is open to visitors on the northern San Carlos Bay side of the park and a boardwalk nature trail is also available. The park's namesake 102-foot lighthouse was built in 1884 and is still functioning."

"If you’re looking for the perfect photo op, then of course you’re going to want the sunset and a lighthouse as your backdrop. At Sanibel Lighthouse Beach, one of the best beaches in Sanibel, you get both!. After you’ve crossed the Causeway connecting Fort Myers to Sanibel, turn left at the intersection."

"Lighthouse Beach is just off the causeway, to your left at the first intersection. In addition to a gorgeous white sand beach, there is a historic lighthouse, fishing pier and boardwalk nature trail. There are bike racks if you choose to cycle around the island."

"The name of this establishment pretty much sums up what you can expect!. Sanibel’s Best Homemade Ice Cream is among the best family friendly things to do in the area thanks to their welcoming atmosphere and virtually endless flavor options. Every flavor is made with the highest quality ingredients, giving you a perfect taste every time."

"A beautiful beach with stunning white sands, Gulfside City Park offers both grassy and sandy areas for visitors to spend some time and listen to the waves. This beach, despite being located on a highly popular touristic island, never gets too crowded, so it's a nice spot to visit if you're looking for a little peace and quiet. Restrooms and showers can be found here, and there are also picnic areas and even grills open for public use, so it's a super spot to visit on a sunny weekend or special occasion."

"This 27-acre mid-island Park located on Algiers Lane off of Casa Ybel Road goes by two names, Gulfside City Park and also Algiers Beach after the road it’s on. It’s a quiet, pet-friendly beach park with plenty of space for kids to run around and pets to play, but it’s also one of our favorite beaches on Sanibel for sunbathing because of its private feel. Algiers Beach is perfect for dog-lovers!"

"This beach is toward the middle of the island along Algiers Lane off Casa Ybel Road. It’s not normally as busy as other island beaches. Walking this Sanibel beach is a treat."

"Located on the eastern end of the island near Sanibel Lighthouse, the Sanibel Moorings Resort is a quiet getaway boasting a private beach with complimentary lounge chairs and umbrellas for guests' use. Nature-lovers will appreciate the guided beach walks and shelling lectures conducted weekly by a marine biologist, as well as tours of the property's six-acre tropical botanical garden, which includes a butterfly garden. Resort amenities include two heated pools plus a kids' area with a separate pool, two tennis courts, a fitness center and business center, self-serve laundry, library, and resort-wide Wi-Fi."

"Located right near the Sanibel Lighthouse and spread across six lush acres on the island’s east end, this large condo-style resort with a private beach and two heated pools is one of the best hotels on Sanibel Island. Choose from one-, two- or three-bedroom condos, all of which have full kitchens and screened-in first or second-story patios for relaxing outside sans mosquitoes. There’s a marina if you happen to have your own boat in tow."

"Whether you’re a guest or not, head over to the Sanibel Moorings Resort to check out their open-to-the-public six-acres of tropical botanical gardens, which are located near the Sanibel Lighthouse. The gardens include a hibiscus collection and a butterfly garden."

"Gulf Coast Fudge is handmade the old-fashion way from small batches of the finest ingredient. It's slow-cooked in a copper kettle using an original recipe that dates back to the 1800s. It is hand-poured and cooled on a marble slab table before being whipped into a loaf and individually sliced right before the eyes at the Shell Factory & Nature Park location."

"This beautiful 3500 acre wetland park is home to a plethora of amazing creatures including turtles, otters, alligators, birds, and more. At Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, you can walk along a boardwalk to get a close look at the wetlands or visit the interpretive center to learn more about the flora and fauna that live there. It is a great place to visit before heading to the Everglades if you want to develop a decent base of knowledge about what you will be seeing."

"Measuring roughly 3,500 acres, the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve has a fantastic 1.2-mile boardwalk through the Florida wetlands. Nature lovers will really enjoy taking a few selfies at this preserve’s many lookout points. This preserve is usually open between dawn and dusk every day, but always check the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve’s website for info on closures."

"Since opening on January 9, 2013, The Sandbar has quickly become known for its incredibly fresh seafood and quite possibly the best steaks on the islands. Address:2761 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957"

"Famous for its outdoor glider seating, the Sun Deck serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, with a 360-degree view of the Gulf of Mexico and Estero Island. This is the prime location for enjoying the magnificent sunsets."

"Famous for its glider outdoor seating, the Sun Deck serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily with 360-degree views of the Gulf of Mexico and Estero Island."

"There are two locations of the Lazy Flamingo on Sanibel and we visited them both. They ended up being one of our favorite Sanibel Island restaurants. Both have that total dive bar feeling with a menu to match."

"This casual dining locale offers seafood and mouthwatering wings. It’s also become somewhat of a Sanibel Island tradition. It’s not fancy, but it does have its own style."

"At two Sanibel locations, plus two more in neighboring Fort Myers and Pine Island Sound, this is a friendly neighborhood hangout enjoyed by...Read More"

"You might want to pamper yourself from head to toe at the Sanibel Day Spa. With a relaxing atmosphere and deluxe treatments, this spa facility guarantees to remove stress and alleviate weary muscles. So relax, and take your pick from an array of spa services at this facility, including salon services, pedicures, manicures, reflexology, facials, and massages."