HISTORICAL SITES
In the Third Street South shopping neighborhood, the old Mercantile Building, now an Italian bistro, dates back to 1903, and old, restored Cracker cottages provide charming reminders of days gone by. Near Fifth Avenue South, the Naples Depot, circa 1930, serves as a community center.
Naples Fishing Pier - The 1,000-foot pier remains Old Naples' focal point. Florida's longest no-fee pier, it is a popular gathering spot for fishermen, strollers, sunset gazers, pelicans and dolphins. Located at the west end of 12th Avenue South; (239) 434-4696.
Palm Cottage -- Built in 1895, the simple cottage was one of Naples' earliest buildings and one of the first in Southwest Florida to be constructed of local materials. Furnished with period pieces, it is headquarters for the Naples Historical Society and open for tours. Located near the pier at 137 12th Avenue South; (239) 261-8164.
The eclectic combination of shopping, outdoor adventure, boat tours, the arts, dining and fun family activities prompted the Travel Channel to select Naples as its Best All-Around Beach for 2005, and Condé Nast Traveler magazine selected Naples, Florida as one of the 20 Best Beaches in America 2006.
The tropical ambiance of Naples and nearby Marco Island adds to the area’s appeal by offering beachfront resorts, guided Waverunner tours of the Ten Thousand Islands, fishing charters, boat rentals, sightseeing tours, family attractions, waterfront dining and more. The beach resort areas are complemented by the vast Everglades ecosystem, providing unique choices for outdoor adventure, bird and wildlife watching, guided nature tours and more...read more »
