Marco Island is a 24-square-mile island with more to do than most visitors expect. Beyond the beach, there are eco-tours through the Ten Thousand Islands, mangrove kayak trails, wildlife preserves, local museums, art galleries, and water activities from dolphin tours to sunset cruises. The island works for families, couples, and solo travelers, and most of the best experiences are outdoors and on the water. Here's what's worth your time. Explore top activity partners and local favorites — these fun things to do offer memories you’ll keep forever. Whether you’re searching for shells or exploring by boat, start with these curated collections. Explore every activity in the guide. Filter by what kind of Marco day you want. Banyan Charters offers Marco Island private charters that transform any day on the water into a “Banyan Day”—an old naval term for rest and relaxation at sea. Founder and captain Austin Wheeler has lived on Marco Island since 2001 and been boating here for more than 30 years. Their… Read more Naples manatee boat tours are one of the most memorable ways to experience Florida’s wildlife. Manatee Adventures departs from Port of the Islands Marina, where calm waters and lush mangroves set the stage for unforgettable encounters. Guests often see manatees up close, along with dolphins… Read more Take control of your own two-person catamaran (our exclusive Go Cat Boat!), as a guide leads you, exploring Marco Island’s backwaters and 10,000 Islands in style. These all-fiberglass vessels are built for performance—super fun, super dry, and super safe with a bimini top for shade. They handle… Read more The water around Marco and Naples doesn’t ask much of you. Show up, and the islands do the rest. Sand Dollar runs both sides of the bay for families, groups, and celebrations. Four private marinas with restrooms and showers. A tiki for 26 with a stand-up bathroom on board. From Goodland, on… Read more Breakwater Adventures delivers unforgettable tubing and water activities on the pristine waters of Marco Island and the 10,000 Islands. They offer private, fully customizable boat tours where each trip is designed for fun, comfort, and connection with nature. Guests can enjoy thrilling tubing rides… Read more Naples mini golf course Coral Cay Adventure Golf offers two 18-hole layouts that combine fun challenges with a tropical escape. Located on East Tamiami Trail, this 36-hole attraction is open daily and makes a perfect activity for families, friends, or date nights. Guests can choose the Cave Course… Read more Marco Island bike rentals make exploring the island easy, fun, and affordable. Island Bike Shop is the area’s oldest full-service rental and repair shop, proudly serving locals and visitors for more than 25 years. They offer the widest selection of bicycles, e-bikes, trikes, tandems, scooters… Read more We’ve seen people catch snook, snapper, mackerel, sheepshead, jacks and even shark from the rocks at the tip of South Beach. It’s a great place to watch the sunset and maybe you’ll be joined by a dolphin too! Open For Paddle Craft Vessels Only During Construction Marco Island’s only on-island boat launch ramp with quick access to the Gulf of Mexico and backwaters of the 10,000 islands. A small store sells bait & tackle, snacks and fuel. A picnic area and benches provide a convenient spot to enjoy the… Read moreThings To Do on Marco Island
Island Favorites
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Banyan Charters
Manatee Adventures
Go Cats on the Water
Sand Dollar Boat Tours | Marco Island & Naples
Breakwater Adventures
Coral Cay Adventure Golf
Island Bike Shop
Fishing from South Beach Rocks
Caxambas Park Marina
Things To Do on Marco IslandNico Moreno2026-05-06T22:09:17-04:00
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