Popular places to visit
Edison Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Edison Mall during your visit to Fort Myers. Attend a baseball game or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Edison and Ford Winter Estates
Explore the winter estates of two of the most famous men in American history. Tour their houses and gardens and learn more about their lives in the museum.
Sanibel Harbour
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanibel Harbour during your travels in Fort Myers. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Barbara B Mann Hall
You can get tickets for a performance at Barbara B Mann Hall on your trip to Fort Myers. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Florida Southwestern State College
Walk around the campus at Florida Southwestern State College as part of your travels around Fort Myers. Discover the beautiful sunsets and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Manatee Park
Watch Florida’s most famous marine creature, the manatee, swim in its natural habitat at this non-captive park on the Orange River.
Things to do
Marco Island: 10,000 Islands Shelling Boat Tour
Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise
Everglades City: Guided Kayaking Tour of the Wetlands
Fort Myers: Guided Sunset Kayaking Tour through Pelican Bay
Fort Myers: Guided Kayaking Eco Tour in Pelican Bay
Cape Coral and Fort Myers: Jet Ski Rental
Top hotels in Gateway
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Yes very much so.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Staff was great, bathtub was not very clean
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Breakfast was great but not included with the room price The 29 drink credit we had to ask them about it as we didn’t receive it upon check in. But they gave us a rum barrell drink ticket snd domestic beer drink ticket and he tossed in a couple of xtras. We don’t care for the rum drinks. But overall ...
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs
Room was spacious and clean. Pool and lazy river were fantastic. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Only downsides were no restaurant/bar after 7pm and it was not easy to get back and forth to the other Hyatt to go to dinner.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
Clean, spacious room, the staff were kind and attentive, the location on the beach was great, and the included breakfast had a great variety.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Staff was really nice, gym was clean, and room was super comfortable. Nice and quiet
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway
Arborwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Arborwood and surrounding area, you can visit JetBlue Park at Fenway South and Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve.
Daniels Corridor
While visiting Daniels Corridor, you might make a stop by sights like Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve and Lee Health Sports Complex.
Dunbar
If you're spending some time in Dunbar, IMAG History & Science Center and Dunbar Park are top sights worth seeing.
Miromar Lakes
While visiting Miromar Lakes, you might make a stop by sights like Alico Arena and Gulf Coast Town Center.
Winkler
Though Winkler might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edison Mall and Fort Myers Country Club.
Villas
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Villas. A stop by Bell Tower Shops or Regal Belltower might round out your trip.
