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Overview
Located in the town of Marco Island, Marco Island Beach is a long, wide, and white sand beach that is considered among the most popular beaches on Marco Island. A small lagoon separates Marco Island Beach from Sand Dollar Island which is home to many birds including pelicans, bald eagles, falcons, osprey, least terns, red knots, and piping and snowy plovers. Marco Island Beach is also a popular birdwatching destination and was listed as one of the best birding sites in Southwest Florida by the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Amenities
Although Marco Island Beach does not have lifeguards, the beach offers many amenities including restrooms, picnic tables, playgrounds, a snack bar, and a small café named Nicky P’s Café. If you are looking for additional amenities, you can rent kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, chairs, umbrellas, and cabanas from a hut-shaped concession stand on the beach.
Activities
There are many fun activities at Marco Island Beach including swimming, kayaking, sailing, birdwatching, and stand-up paddleboarding. Visitors can also watch dolphins swimming offshore and collect shells on the beach. Please note that Marco Island Beach remains open from 8 a.m. till sunset.
Parking
Getting to Marco Island Beach is very easy – the beach’s paid parking lot is situated at the intersection between South Collier Boulevard and Winterberry Drive and is a few yards from the beach. There is an $8 fee at the parking lot, which has 210 parking spaces.
Attractions
If you are looking for attractions near Marco Island Beach, you can drive five minutes to a few nearby attractions. Marco Island Historical Museum features exhibitions that provide information on the Calusa Indians and the history of development on Marco Island. Marco Island Center for the Arts is a fun tourist attraction that offers monthly art exhibits, classes, and workshops for children, adults, and families. Another great attraction near Marco Island Beach is The Island Country Club, a country club with a golf course, café, and tennis courts.
Restaurants
If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a three-minute drive of Marco Island Beach. Italian Deli and Market is a waterside restaurant with a nice menu that includes portobello mushroom dishes, pasta, gnocchi, and desserts. The American restaurant CJ’s on the Bay serves starters, salads, burgers, rolls, tacos, wines, and vegan items. Another good restaurant near Marco Island Beach is Sami’s, a pizza restaurant featuring homemade pizza, breadsticks, and chicken wings.
Hotels
If you are looking for a hotel near Marco Island Beach, you can drive two minutes to the 4-Star Marriott's Crystal Shores features a bar, fitness center, snack bar, game room, an open-air restaurant, fishing tours, and two pools. Marco Beach Vacation Suites is an upscale 3-Star hotel with a pool and Raquetball room. If you are looking for an affordable hotel near Marco Island Beach, The Boat House Motel is a 2-Star hotel that welcomes pets and offers a pool – and boating and canoeing tours.
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Top Traveler Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!
Does Marco Island Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?
No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.
Does Marco Island Beach have lifeguards?
No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.
Is Marco Island Beach a family-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.
Is Marco Island Beach good for swimming?
No, this Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.
Does Marco Island Beach have restrooms?
Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.
Is Marco Island Beach a nude beach?
No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.
Is there food near Marco Island Beach?
Yes, this Beach has multiple restaurant options near or on the beach.
What are the activities at Marco Island Beach?
Yes, this Beach is a good place to Bike Paths
Does Marco Island Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?
No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.
Is Marco Island Beach a dog-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.
Is Marco Island Beach good for surfing?
No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.
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