Arts & Culture
One of the must-sees in Matlacha, just west of Cape Coral, is this wonderfully colorful gallery with it's fantasy garden in the backyard. Take a couple of hours to wander through Matlacha, and don't miss this spot!
24 locals recommend
Leoma Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens
4637 Pine Island RdOne of the must-sees in Matlacha, just west of Cape Coral, is this wonderfully colorful gallery with it's fantasy garden in the backyard. Take a couple of hours to wander through Matlacha, and don't miss this spot!
Wild Child in Matlacha (west of Cape Coral) justly boasts a wide variety of local artists. Browse its indoor gallery and backyard garden. See if you have time to take one of the classes offered by the artists who show there, and go home with your own creation!
15 locals recommend
Wild Child Art Gallery
4625 Pine Island RdWild Child in Matlacha (west of Cape Coral) justly boasts a wide variety of local artists. Browse its indoor gallery and backyard garden. See if you have time to take one of the classes offered by the artists who show there, and go home with your own creation!
Parks & Nature
Drive through this beautiful preserve, or take a walk on one of it's trails. Depending on the season (and your timing), aside from the scenic views, you may spot alligators and a variety of local birds. Don't forget your camera!
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J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
Drive through this beautiful preserve, or take a walk on one of it's trails. Depending on the season (and your timing), aside from the scenic views, you may spot alligators and a variety of local birds. Don't forget your camera!
Take a walk through this local preserve and view local wildlife, like osprey, egrets, herons and more. Just before the preserve on the left is a pier, perfect for sunsets and wildlife too. Bring the bug spray and your camera! If you get hungry, Tarpon Lodge restaurant is right there.
Calusa Island Preserve
Take a walk through this local preserve and view local wildlife, like osprey, egrets, herons and more. Just before the preserve on the left is a pier, perfect for sunsets and wildlife too. Bring the bug spray and your camera! If you get hungry, Tarpon Lodge restaurant is right there.
Yet another nature spot tucked away in St. James City off Pine Island is this idyllic preserve. You might spot an eagle or two, and certainly a variety of other local wildlife.
Galt Nature Preserve
3841 Stringfellow RdYet another nature spot tucked away in St. James City off Pine Island is this idyllic preserve. You might spot an eagle or two, and certainly a variety of other local wildlife.
Food Scene
A Cape Coral favorite (especially at sunset), you'll find this popular spot opposite the Cape Coral Yacht Club on the Caloosahatchee River. Walk the beach, take a stroll on the pier, and have a bite and/or a drink on the waterfront. It's all outdoors, so if appropriate, bring a jacket (or not)!
235 locals recommend
Boat House Tiki Bar & Grill - Cape Coral
5819 Driftwood PkwyA Cape Coral favorite (especially at sunset), you'll find this popular spot opposite the Cape Coral Yacht Club on the Caloosahatchee River. Walk the beach, take a stroll on the pier, and have a bite and/or a drink on the waterfront. It's all outdoors, so if appropriate, bring a jacket (or not)!
Have breakfast, brunch or take-home fresh breads and pastries. A great spot for German favorites, this place gives generous portions and the food is great. You can bring your dog to the outdoor patio.
Oltimes Bakery Inc
1507 SE 47th StHave breakfast, brunch or take-home fresh breads and pastries. A great spot for German favorites, this place gives generous portions and the food is great. You can bring your dog to the outdoor patio.
It opens early and serves up breakfast in the unique little town of Matlacha, FL, just outside of Cape Coral. Have a seafood omelet and a good cup of coffee. After you've eaten you can take a stroll around the colorful galleries and shops in Matlacha.
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Perfect Cup
4548 Pine Island RdIt opens early and serves up breakfast in the unique little town of Matlacha, FL, just outside of Cape Coral. Have a seafood omelet and a good cup of coffee. After you've eaten you can take a stroll around the colorful galleries and shops in Matlacha.