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. Jet Ski Dolphin Tour begins the journey with Avi’s Watersports, a family‑owned, family‑run business on Marco Island. This friendly outfit specializes in small‑group dolphin jet‑ski tours and is praised for its “family fun” ethos. Experienced guides lead you 30 miles round‑trip deep… Read more Marco Island cruise tours come to life with Sunshine Tours, a locally operated company sailing since 1984. Guests board the 90‑foot Marco Island Princess at Rose Marina to cruise pristine waterways with friendly crew, fresh meals and two full‑service bars. Locals and visitors love the… 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 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 Explore the pristine wilderness of South Florida with Eco Endeavors Boat Tours, your gateway to the breathtaking Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge and the coastal mangrove ecosystems surrounding Marco Island and Goodland. Eco Endeavors offers unforgettable boat tours and charters that… Read more Marco Island kayak rentals are easy at Capri Fish House on Johnson Bay. Launch from the sandy waterfront and paddle calm, protected water. Slip into mangrove trails and watch for birds, dolphins, and manatees. Choose kayaks or paddle boards and explore at your own pace, any day of the week. When… Read more Naples nature education center Rookery Bay invites curious minds to explore Florida’s wild side. Located at 300 Tower Rd in Naples, this interactive destination is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 am–4 pm. Inside, discover a 2,300-gallon mangrove aquarium with a soaring 14-foot red mangrove… Read more Walking, biking, adventure playground, picnic area, soccer, bocce courts, shuffleboard, indoor games room, kids’ spray park and two dog parks. A great place to take the kids to let off a litttle bit of steam! The Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge is located 20 miles east of Naples at the northwest corner of the intersection of I-75 and State Road 29 (I-75 exit 80).The refuge consists of 26,400 acres and is located within the heart of the Big Cypress Basin, encompassing the northern reach of the… Read moreThings To Do on Marco Island
Island Favorites
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Avi’s Water Sports
Sunshine Tours
Florida Boy Charters
Breakwater Adventures
Eco Endeavors
Capri Fish House Kayak Rentals
Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center
Frank Mackle Community Park
Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge
Things To Do on Marco IslandNico Moreno2026-05-06T22:09:17-04:00
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