East End
Sanibel
Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.
Things to do
Southwest Florida Sunset Sail
Fort Myers Beach Sunset and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Fort Myers Beach Dolphin & Sightseeing Tour Refreshments Included
Ft Myers Beach 2 Hour Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise
Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Bunche Beach
Top hotels in East End
Sanibel Inn
We had a wonderful stay overall. It would have been even better if greater attention had been given to environmental sustainability—for example, providing recycling options in the rooms and avoiding plastic straws, cups, and cutlery at the pool restaurant. Sanibel Island is a beautiful and fragile ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Sunshine Island Inn
Very nice. Clean room next to the pool. Will stay here again the next time I visit Sanibel.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Tarpon Tale Inn
We enjoyed a superb week! Staff was extremely helpful, our room was clean and quiet. The inn provided beach chairs, towels, and carts for the 10 minute walk to the beach, even a shell cleaning station. Plenty of bikes for guests to use. Excellent dining and ice cream shop available across the street. ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Seahorse Cottages on Sanibel - Adults Only
Our stay at Seahorse Cottages was absolutely perfect! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated. The kitchen had everything you could ever need. The bed had high quality sheets and the mattress was very comfortable. The grounds around the cottages were ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Shell Island Beach Club
Very clean. Excellent location, close to beach, walkable to restaurants.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East End
Shell Harbor
While Shell Harbor isn't home to many top sights, Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel Sea School are some notable places to visit nearby.
The Dunes
While there might not be top attractions in The Dunes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way.
Beachview Country Club Estates
While visiting Beachview Country Club Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Sanibel Isles
While Sanibel Isles isn't home to many top sights, Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way are some notable places to visit nearby.
Gumbo Limbo
Though Gumbo Limbo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
