Gilchrist Park

Statue of Juan Ponce de Leon (1460?-1521), who was a Spanish explorer and soldier who was the first European to set foot in Florida. He also established the oldest European settlement in Puerto Rico and discovered the Gulf Stream (a current in the Atlantic Ocean). Ponce de Leon was searching for the legendary fountain of youth and other riches. #LikeALocal
Statue of Juan Ponce de Leon (1460?-1521), who was a Spanish explorer and soldier who was the first European to set foot in Florida. He also established the oldest European settlement in Puerto Rico and discovered the Gulf Stream (a current in the Atlantic Ocean). Ponce de Leon was searching for the legendary fountain of youth and other riches. #LikeALocal
Ponce de Léon statue.
Gilchrist Park in Punta Gorda Florida. Beautiful walks and scenery. #Waterlust #TroveronTuesday

Popular places to visit

Peace River not far from Fisherman’s Village, Punta Gorda, Florida.

Fishermen's Village

You can do some window-shopping at Fishermen's Village during your stay in Punta Gorda. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively bars.

Fishermen's Village
Dramatic red sunset viewed from Bayshore Waterfront Park, New Jersey featuring fishing pier on the background

Bayshore Park Fishing Pier

After visiting Bayshore Park Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charlotte Harbor. Wander the waterfront or discover the beautiful sunsets in this quaint area.

Bayshore Park Fishing Pier
Beautiful view at Ponce De Leon Park In Punta Gorda Florida. #OnTheRoad #Waterlust

Ponce de Leon Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ponce de Leon Park, a lovely green space in Punta Gorda.

Ponce de Leon Park
peace river at Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte

Port Charlotte Beach Park

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Port Charlotte Beach Park during your travels in Port Charlotte? Wander the waterfront and parks while you're in the area.

Port Charlotte Beach Park

A. C. Freeman House

You can find out about the history of Punta Gorda with a trip to A. C. Freeman House. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

A. C. Freeman House

Punta Gorda History Park

You can find out about the history of Punta Gorda with a trip to Punta Gorda History Park. Wander the waterfront or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Punta Gorda History Park

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Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton

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Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton
The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites

The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites

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1200 W Retta Esplanade Punta Gorda FL
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Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
101 E Retta Esplanade Punta Gorda FL
Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside

Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside

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33 Tamiami Trail Punta Gorda FL
Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Punta Gorda Harborside

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101 HARBORSIDE AVENUE Punta Gorda FL
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307 Taylor Street Unit b

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Budget Inn - Punta Gorda

Budget Inn - Punta Gorda

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1520 Tamiami Trail Punta Gorda FL
Budget Inn - Punta Gorda
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