USEFUL INFORMATION
SANIBEL & CAPTIVA ATTRACTIONS BAILEY-MATTHEWS NATIONAL SHELL MUSEUM
3075 Sanibel-captiva Road, Sanibel
239-395-2233 • shellmuseum.org
Come see why Sanibel and Captiva are among the top destinations in the world for shelling. The museum features full displays from geographical, historical, scientific and artistic perspectives, and a new aquarium.
THE BAILEY TRACT
Tarpon Bay Road, Sanibel
239-472-1100 • fws.gov/dingdarling Discover a network of short trails through freshwater wetlands and along the Sanibel River. Open from sunrise to sunset daily.
BIG ARTS (BARRIER ISLAND GROUP FOR THE ARTS)
900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel
239-395-0900 • bigarts.org
Whether your interest is in music, dance, the visual arts, lectures, film, live theater or classes and workshops, BIG ARTS has something for everyone.
CAPTIVA MEMORIAL LIBRARY
11560 Chapin Lane, Captiva Island 239-533-4890 • leegov.com/library/
about/branches/cv
Residents and visitors have access to the collections of the entire library system, as well as Internet access and resources that emphasize local information and nature sources.
CAYO COSTA STATE PARK
941-964-0375 • floridastateparks.org/cayocosta Cayo Costa is a barrier island park accessible only by boat. The park offers overnight accommodations, including tent sites and cabins that sleep up to six people.
CHAPEL BY THE SEA
239-472-1646 • captivachapel.com
Originally built in 1901, the Chapel by the Sea was a schoolhouse that was used as a church on Sundays. Today, it houses a seasonal Christian ministry and is a popular wedding spot. Open from November through April.
THE HERB STRAUSS THEATER
2200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel
239-472-6862 • bigarts.org
The 160-seat BIG ARTS Herb Strauss
Theater presents professional live theater and offers Broadway-caliber talent in an intimate atmosphere.
J.N. “DING” DARLING NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
1 Wildlife Drive, Sanibel
239-472-1100 • fws.gov/dingdarling
The refuge is especially well-known for its abundant birdlife. The best months to visit for birding are December through March, and the best time to view wildlife is during low tide when the birds are feeding on the exposed mud flats. There are trails, an education center and special events all year.
SANIBEL HISTORICAL MUSEUM AND VILLAGE
950 Dunlop Road, Sanibel
239-472-4648 • sanibelmuseum.org Dedicated to the pioneer families of Sanibel and Captiva from the 19th and early 20th centuries, the site features a pioneer garden, an antique Model T truck, Bailey’s General Store, the original schoolhouse, a Sears Roebuck catalog home and more.
SANIBEL LIGHTHOUSE
Directions: Turn left on Periwinkle Way from
Causeway Road and continue to the eastern
tip of Sanibel Island.
Built in 1884 with a height of 102 feet, this functioning landmark lighthouse is an opensteel structure that cannot be entered. It's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, it still beams an electric welcome and promises safety to all who approach by sea.
SANIBEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel
239-472-2483 • sanlib.org
Find the latest in books, movies, magazines and music. The library offers a state-of-the-art computer lab, a warm and inviting children’s room and a customer-focused staff that is ready to help. Everyone is welcome.
HOUSES OF WORSHIP
ANNUNCIATION GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers 239-481-2099, annunciation.fl.goarch.org
BAT YAM TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel batyam.org
CAPTIVA CHAPEL BY THE SEA 11580 Chapin Lane, Captiva 239-472-1646, captivachapel.com
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST 2950 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel 239-472-8684, christiansciencesanibel.com
REDEEMER CHURCH
8400 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers redeemerchurchlife.org
SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel 239-472-2684, sanibelchurch.com
SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel 239-472-0497, sanibelucc.org
SAINT ISABEL CATHOLIC CHURCH 3559 Sanibel-captiva Road, Sanibel 239-472-2763, saintisabel.org
SAINT MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH
2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel 239-472-2173, saintmichaels-sanibel.org
We are proud to be a participant in the Florida Green Lodging Program, which was established in 2004 by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) with the intent of recognizing and rewarding environmentally conscientious lodging facilities in the state. Through this rapidly growing program, DEP encourages the lodging industry to conserve and protect Florida’s natural resources. The Florida Green Lodging Program is unique in that it covers an all-inclusive list of environmental initiatives that are specific to protecting and preserving Florida’s environment.
Your participation in our conservation efforts during your stay can have a positive impact on Florida’s environment. Here’s how you can help:
TURN IT OFF WHEN NOT IN USE
RAISE THERMOSTAT WHEN YOU LEAVE THE ROOM
PARTICIPATE IN TOWEL-AND-LINEN REUSE PROGRAM
LET US KNOW IF YOU OBSERVE DRIPS OR LEAKS
REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE
HELP US TO MAINTAIN A SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT
HOW ARE WE DOING? SHARE YOUR IDEAS FOR “GREENING” YOUR STAY