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Which is better for me, Fort Myers Beach or Sanibel Island?
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Oct 13, 2026
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It depends on what you want: by our listings Fort Myers Beach has more going on — more places to eat, drink and visit — while Sanibel is the quieter pick.
Beaches: Fort Myers Beach 1 vs Sanibel 0
Restaurants: Fort Myers Beach 39 vs Sanibel 17
Bars and clubs: Fort Myers Beach 20 vs Sanibel 7
Hotels and inns: Fort Myers Beach 18 vs Sanibel 4
Attractions, museums and parks: Fort Myers Beach 17 vs Sanibel 8
The most-loved spots on each side, from our listings:
- Mr. Waves Island Bar (4.8★), Fort Myers Beach
- Paradise Parasail Inc (4.8★), Fort Myers Beach
- Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant (4.8★), Sanibel
- Sanibel Community Church (4.9★), Sanibel
Paradise Parasail Inc
Parasailing ride operator · Tourist attraction
1028 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach
(239) 463-7272 Open until 4:00 PM
4.8
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Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant
Restaurant
362 Periwinkle Way #2, Sanibel
(239) 472-0011 Open until 9:00 PM
4.8
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Mr. Waves Island Bar
Bar · American restaurant
1028 Fifth St, Fort Myers Beach
(239) 299-9311 Open until 2:00 AM
4.8
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Sanibel Community Church
Church · Tourist attraction
1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel
(239) 472-2684 Closed
4.9
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