East End
Sanibel
Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel when you stop by Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village in Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.
Things to do
Fort Myers Beach Sunset and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Ft Myers Beach 2 Hour Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise
Southwest Florida Sunset Sail
Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach
Top hotels in East End
Sanibel Inn
Room was great staff was fantastic good stay 5th time there over last decade. Hoping I'll get a special offer to go again.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Tarpon Tale Inn
Our room was clean and comfortable and the staff was friendly and helpful. We loved our visit to Sanibel and staying at the Tarpon Tale Inn and look forward to going there again some day.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Seahorse Cottages on Sanibel - Adults Only
Lovely stay.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Sunshine Island Inn
Cute Inn within very short walk to the beach. Clean modern room, with convenient kitchen efficiency including a sizable refrigerator. Friendly staff, easy parking. Close drive/bike ride to Lighthouse Park and nearby shops and food. We enjoyed the frozen custard from The Shack, dinner at Tutti Pazzi, ...
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East End
Shell Harbor
Though Shell Harbor might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel Sea School.
The Dunes
When in The Dunes, you can plan a visit to Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Beachview Country Club Estates
If you're spending some time in Beachview Country Club Estates, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Mid Island
While visiting Mid Island, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach.
Sanibel Isles
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sanibel Isles and surrounding area, you can visit Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way.
Gumbo Limbo
While Gumbo Limbo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
