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. Enjoy Marco Island dolphin eco-tours let you pilot a two-seater CraigCat boat through the scenic backwaters of Southwest Florida. These 2½-hour guided trips depart from Goodland and explore the hidden creeks and bays of the Ten Thousand Islands. You’ll follow a local guide by walkie-talkie while… Read more Marco Island fishing charters with Florida Boy Charters deliver the ultimate Southwest Florida adventure. With over 30 years of experience, Captain Shaun Chute and his crew guide guests through the beautiful 10,000 Islands and Gulf waters. Trips are family-friendly, relaxed, and tailored to both… Read more 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 mangrove kayak tours meet science and adventure at Rising Tide Explorers. It’s the only local eco‑tour firm led entirely by active biologists. Founded by scientists, the crew uses their research experience to lead fun, family‑friendly kayak and boat tours. A portion of every tour… Read more Marco Island boat tours don’t get more fun and relaxing than an outing with Floating Turtle Cruises. This local favorite offers a comfortable way to explore the sparkling waters, spot playful dolphins, and soak in stunning Gulf Coast sunsets. Their welcoming crew makes every trip easy, enjoyable… 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 The most northerly beach access point, Tigertail Beach can be reached by taking either Tigertail or Kendall Dr from North Collier Blvd and then turning left onto Hernando. There is parking for over 225 vehicles and it is free for Collier County residents who display a permit and for all other… Read more This public water access point is located on Collier Blvd just north of the Jolley Bridge. Access parking for vehicles and trailers but it does get busy in season. Located on the east side of Collier Blvd with two ramps for launching water vessels. No facilities. 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!Things To Do on Marco Island
Island Favorites
Curated collections
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Marco Island Eco Tours
Florida Boy Charters
Banyan Charters
Rising Tide Explorers
Floating Turtle Cruises
Island Bike Shop
Tigertail Beach Park & Lagoon
Collier Blvd Boat Ramp
Fishing from South Beach Rocks
Things To Do on Marco IslandNico Moreno2026-05-06T22:09:17-04:00
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