Cabbage Key
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Cabbage Key is a 100-acre island about twenty miles northwest of Fort Myers. If you don't have a boat, you'll have to take a water taxi from Pineland Marina on Pine Island. The island is lush with... Read More
Cabbage Key is a 100-acre island about twenty miles northwest of Fort Myers. If you don't have a boat, you'll have to take a water taxi from Pineland Marina on Pine Island. The island is lush with tropical foliage and the Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant is striking, sitting high atop an Indian shell mound. Built in the 1930's, the Inn has a popular open-air restaurant, with hard wood floors, an old piano and dollar bills covering the ceiling and walls. Cheeseburgers are popular as it is said that Cabbage Key was the inspiration for Jimmy Buffet's hit song, "Cheeseburger in Paradise". The island is intoxicatingly relaxing and has fascinating trails. While you can feel the romance of Cabbage Key on a daytrip, you'll feel it times ten if you opt for an overnight stay at one of the seven private cottages.
Address:
Pine Island Sound
Fort Myers, FL
239-283-2278
Hours:
- Hours May Vary Seasonally
Website:
cabbagekey.com
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Gina Birch
Fort Myers Local Expert
- Romantic Things to Do: "Take a photo by the famous sign that reads; Conserve Water, Shower With a Friend"
- Best for Romantic Things to Do Because: Accessible only by boat, this island has lush trails, fun food and cozy cottages.
