Mid Island Travel Guide
Sanibel
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Popular places to visit

Periwinkle Way
During your trip to Sanibel, you can do some window-shopping at Periwinkle Way. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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 family-friendly area.

Bailey's Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bailey's Beach during your trip to Sanibel?

Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?

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.

Bowman's Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bowman's Beach during your travels in Sanibel? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Top hotels in Mid Island

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Clean location beach and pool perfect and staff went out of there way to change our accommodations as Expedia did not give us the room we thought we had. Thank staff!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Kona Kai Motel
Our room was spotless, the entire property was well maintained and clean. The staff was amazing, friendly and helpful in all ways. We have already booked our stay for next year!!!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Casa Ybel Resort
The location was everything we could have hoped for!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

THE Palmview AND Sandpiper Inns

Sanibel Siesta on the Beach
Other neighbourhoods around Mid Island

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Butterknife
While there might not be top attractions in Butterknife, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way.
